Epilepsy Awareness
At Northbrook we’re driven by a passion for elevating social care standards across the UK. Our Epilepsy Awareness course is built on years of hands-on experience supporting care professionals who work with life-changing conditions daily. We’ve witnessed the transformative impact that informed, confident carers can have on individuals with epilepsy, and we’re here to pass that expertise on to you. With practical insights and real-world focus, we’re your trusted partner in mastering epilepsy care.
Unlock the Power of Epilepsy Awareness
Ready to boost your confidence in supporting people with epilepsy? Our Epilepsy Awareness course delivers a clear, hands-on introduction to understanding seizures and empowering those affected. Crafted by care experts and grounded in Northbrook’s practical approach, this training brings epilepsy to life with real examples and actionable skills. Bring our expertise to your team and step into your role with the tools to make a real difference.
What Makes This Training Essential?
Epilepsy affects over 600,000 people in the UK, and the right knowledge can revolutionise how you support them. This course equips you to spot seizures, debunk myths, and deliver effective care—skills that enhance safety, wellbeing, and independence. It’s a must-have for meeting Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards, advancing your career, or simply gaining the assurance to excel in your role. With epilepsy awareness training from Northbrook, you’re investing in better outcomes for those you care for.
What You’ll Learn
Get to grips with epilepsy through an engaging, practical curriculum. You’ll explore:
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What is Epilepsy: The basics of this neurological condition and its causes.
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What are Seizures: How they happen and what they mean for the individual.
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Types of Seizures: From tonic-clonic to absence seizures, with real-life examples of what they look and feel like.
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Myth Busting: Debunking common misconceptions to build informed confidence.
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Supporting During a Seizure: Step-by-step guidance on keeping someone safe and calm.
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Impact on Lifestyle: How epilepsy shapes daily life and ways to promote independence.
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Anti-Epileptic Drugs: An overview of treatments and their role in care.
Loaded with relatable scenarios, this course ensures you walk away with skills you can use immediately, aligned with UK epilepsy care best practices.
Who’s It For?
This Epilepsy Awareness training is perfect for anyone in the care sector or beyond looking to support people with epilepsy effectively. Care workers, support staff, team leaders, and even family members across the UK will find it invaluable. Whether you’re in residential care, domiciliary settings, or healthcare, this course is tailored to your needs—ideal for organisations seeking bespoke epilepsy training for their teams.
Assessment & Certification
We keep it practical—no formal exams, just active learning you can rely on. Through discussions, real-life examples, and hands-on scenarios, you’ll show your grasp of epilepsy care. Upon completion of this course you will be issued a certificate of completion highlighting the learning undertaken.
Other organisations may call this training Epilepsy Training, Seizure Awareness Course, or Understanding Epilepsy in Care—whatever the name, it’s the same high-quality learning experience designed to empower you and your team.
