Epilepsy Awareness Course

Epilepsy affects more than half a million British citizens every year, and over 50 million people worldwide suffer from it. It is one of the most common neurological conditions, caused by the discharge of electrical activity in different areas of the brain. During a seizure, some parts of the brain may stop functioning while other parts continue to function as usual. In the Epilepsy Awareness Certificate Course, you will learn more about epilepsy and how to respond correctly.

What You Will Learn in the Epilepsy Awareness Certificate Course

• Understanding Epilepsy: Learn what epilepsy is and the reasons for seizures.
• Describing Seizures: How to use the right words to describe epileptic seizures.
• Seizure Phases: Understand what happens before, during, and after an epileptic seizure.
• Brain Activity During Seizures: Discover what happens in the brain during an epileptic attack.
• Recognising Seizures: Learn how to recognise signs of a tonic-clonic seizure.
• Epilepsy Treatments: Explore treatments for epilepsy, including medications, surgery, and dietary interventions.

Benefits of Taking The Epilepsy Awareness Certificate Course

• Increased Knowledge: Knowing more about the causes, symptoms, and treatments can help you assist yourself and others.
• Reducing Stigma: Understanding the causes, symptoms, and management strategies helps combat the social stigma surrounding epilepsy.
• Seizure Identification: Learn to identify the signs of an epileptic seizure and provide the necessary help.
• Spreading Awareness: Help spread awareness about epilepsy among your family and friends.
• Supporting Others: Gain the skills to support individuals with epilepsy in various settings, whether at home, school, or in the workplace.
• Improving Confidence: Enhance your confidence in managing epilepsy and providing first aid during seizures.

By completing the Epilepsy Awareness Certificate course, you will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to effectively support individuals with epilepsy and raise awareness about this common neurological condition. You will also be able to educate others, making a positive impact on your community by reducing misconceptions and promoting understanding.

For more information on epilepsy, visit Epilepsy Action: https://www.epilepsy.org.uk and the Epilepsy Society: https://www.epilepsysociety.org.uk.