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Epilepsy Awareness & Buccal

The Epilepsy Awareness & Buccal Training Course is designed to educate healthcare professionals, carers, and educators on seizure management, emergency response, and safe administration of Medications

This course ensures compliance with HIQA (Health Information & Quality Authority) and HSE (Health Service Executive) guidelines, equipping participants with the skills to recognise different types of seizures, implement seizure first aid, and administer emergency medication safely and effectively.

👉 Duration: Half-Day (4 Hours)
👉 Location: Available at our training centre or onsite for groups
👉 Certification: PSTC Epilepsy Awareness & Buccal Midazolam Certificate (Valid for 2 Years)

💡 This course meets HIQA and HSE training requirements for staff working with individuals diagnosed with epilepsy.

This Epilepsy Awareness & Buccal Midazolam Course is ideal for:
✔️ Healthcare assistants, nurses, and carers
✔️ Nursing home and residential care staff
✔️ School staff, SNAs (Special Needs Assistants), and childcare workers
✔️ Community and home care workers
✔️ Social care and disability support workers
✔️ Employers ensuring compliance with seizure management protocols

By the end of this course, participants will:
✅ Understand epilepsy, its causes, and different seizure types
✅ Recognise triggers, warning signs, and how to manage seizures safely
✅ Learn seizure first aid and emergency response techniques
✅ Correctly administer Buccal Midazolam following medical protocols
✅ Understand the legal responsibilities and documentation requirements
✅ Reduce risks and provide appropriate care for individuals with epilepsy

📌 Instructor-led classroom training with experienced healthcare trainers
📌 Live demonstrations of seizure first aid techniques
📌 Hands-on practical session for Buccal Midazolam administration
📌 Case studies and scenario-based learning tailored to real-life situations
📌 Final theory and practical assessment for certification

Upon successful completion, participants receive a PSTC Epilepsy Awareness & Buccal Midazolam Certificate, valid for 2 years.

💡 Next Steps: Employers and carers may also benefit from our Safe Administration of Medications Training or Infection Control Training.