Description
Epilepsy Level 3 eLearning Course
Epilepsy Level 3 eLearning provides a deeper understanding of epilepsy, seizure types, and safe support practices. Learners explore common triggers, how to recognise different seizures, and how to respond confidently using advanced first aid.
The course also covers administering emergency medication such as Buccal Midazolam and Rectal Diazepam, following individual care plans, and ensuring safety throughout an episode. Ideal for care, education, and health professionals who need stronger, practical epilepsy management skills.
As this is an advanced course, prior completion of the Epilepsy Awareness eLearning course is recommended but not essential.
If you prefer face‑to‑face epilepsy training delivered onsite, discuss with our team. We also offer open courses. Visit the Open Courses section to book at £65.00 per person for epilepsy medication training which covers Buccal Midazolam and Rectal Diazepam.
Course Information:
- Developed by professionals
- CPD Approved
- 100% online, learn at your own time and pace
- Translates into over 100 different languages
- Instant certificate downloaded
- Progress tracker
- Easy to use interface
Course Topics
The following topics are covered in the Epilepsy Level 3 course:
- Define epilepsy – understand what epilepsy is, its causes, and how common it is
- Identify seizure types – recognise generalised, focal, absence, tonic, atonic, and myoclonic seizures
- Administer emergency medication – safely give Buccal Midazolam and Rectal Diazepam following protocols
- Apply first aid management – carry out safe, advanced first aid during a seizure
- Manage risks – understand seizure triggers and use an epilepsy care/support plan
- Follow safety procedures – understand primary surveys and the recovery position
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this epilepsy level 3 course, you will be able to:
- Understand epilepsy – what it is, why seizures happen, common triggers, and the neurological basis
- Identify seizure types – recognise generalised, tonic‑clonic, absence, focal and other seizure presentations
- Provide first aid and emergency care – respond confidently, use the recovery position, and know when to call for medical help
- Administer emergency medication – understand how to give Buccal Midazolam or Rectal Diazepam safely, following individual care plans
- Manage risks effectively – create, implement, and review epilepsy risk assessments and support plans
- Apply legal and ethical requirements – understand responsibilities around medication storage, documentation, and reporting errors
- Offer holistic, person‑centred support – understand the physical, social, and emotional impact of epilepsy and how to support individuals appropriately.
