Epilepsy Awareness & Buccal Midazolam Training - Course Overview

This Epilepsy Awareness and Buccal Midazolam Training course is designed to provide learners with the knowledge and confidence to support individuals with epilepsy and safely administer buccal midazolam when required. The course explains why some people need emergency medication, how to recognise prolonged seizures (including status epilepticus), and the correct procedures to follow in line with individual care plans.

The training is suitable for those working in care settings who may be required to support individuals with epilepsy. The course lasts approximately 3 hours and is delivered to a maximum of 12 learners to ensure a high-quality, interactive learning experience.

Contents / Learning Outcomes

Epilepsy Awareness Training includes:

What epilepsy is
Types of seizures
Seizure first aid
Seizures that last too long and status epilepticus
Individual care plans
Risk assessments
SUDEP (Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy)
Interactive case discussions
Cultural awareness
Psychosocial issues

Buccal Midazolam Training includes:

What buccal midazolam is
Different preparations of buccal midazolam
Different methods of administration
Practical demonstrations using visual aids
Using water in a syringe to practise administration techniques
Identifying and following an individual’s buccal midazolam care plan
Recognising prolonged and non-convulsive seizures
Possible side effects
When to seek medical assistance
Recording administration of buccal midazolam
Safe storage requirements

Care home providers should ensure staff complete annual reviews of their knowledge, skills, and competencies related to managing and administering medicines.
Additional training should be identified where staff are responsible for administering medication.
More frequent reviews may be required following any medicines-related safety incident.
A buccal midazolam care plan template can be downloaded, or a paper copy can be requested via the Epilepsy Action Helpline.

Course Reviews

T. Walters, Walsall
I have just completed the First Aid at Work Requalification course. This is my ninth renewal but I have always faced it with a feeling of dread, however, 3 years ago I was introduced to First Response First Aid. I was so impressed with the standard of presentation and delivery, my employers now use your service for the retraining of all our First Aiders...and I admit to enjoying my latest course! Thank you
First Aid at Work Course
Lynda, Warwickshire
This is my 4th first-aid course & best by far. The teaching technique was excellent and it was easy to digest.
Level 3 Paediatric First Aid
Andy Malcolm,
Great first aid course made enjoyable by the guys teaching us.I came away confident I could make the difference to somebody if needed Excellent thanks
First Aid at Work course
Fiona, Solihull
Brian delivered the course content in a highly informative manner. Excellent opportunities to practice CPR techniques and bandaging skills.
First Aid at Work course
Amanda, Solihull
I am writing to offer some feedback around the recent training that Nigel recently received courtesy of SMBC Early Years. Nigel has a training background himself and he came back from the course full of compliments for ‘Glenn' from First Response, he said the trainer was supportive, informative and very professional. He delivered the course at an even pace to cater for the participants learning need, he demonstrated patience when members in the group did not fully understand anything, the occasions for which were in themselves few and far between. The course was enjoyable and he certainly benefited from the updates that it included. We will be recommending your services.
Paediatric First Aid Training course
Manjeet, Walsall
Usually when I go on a course like this one a trainer is rarely able to keep my attention because he/she talk and I listen (well try to), HOWEVER, Tom was outstanding as he kept me on my toes and I actually am confident in remembering my first aid better. Thank you!
Level 3 Paediatric First Aid course
Sarah, Walsall
I took part in your one-day first aid at work course today at the golf club Aldridge, and I would just like to say that I have done many first aid courses in my time but the one I did today was absolutely fantastic!! The two gents that hosted the course were inspirational and I can promise you we will recommend your company to everyone that walks through our door! I feel for the first time ever, after a course that I would be confident in doing all I could in saving someone's life. I walked out wishing I did the 3-day course, Thank you again and see you in 3 years!!
Level 2 Emergency First Aid at Work
Cliff Roberts, Director at Performance Fasteners Ltd, Walsall
Just had feedback from my guys who attended the First Aid Course yesterday. I have never received such good feedback from any course I have sent the guys on. They were all very impressed with the whole days course and the trainers were said to be "fantastic". This morning I was waiting for the moans and groans but it was totally the opposite and sang your praises to the highest level! A particular mention was for Laura who was apparently VERY VERY good and very impressed with the way she delivered the course. So from me, thank you for delivering what was said to be a very enjoyable and very informative course!
Emergency First Aid at Work Course
Berkshire
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Emergency First Aid
David Bessant, Birmingham
Delivered with ease and professionalism, willing to explain in detail any points not felt clear. Good use of stories to home in points to fix in memory. Interaction excellent linked in with each participant. Well Done...Best training in 30 years.
Paediatric First Aid course - Level 3
Sharon, Staffordshire
Please can I ask you to pass on my compliments for the first aid training yesterday at Reginald Mitchell Court. Glenn Hulse the trainer presented the course very well, we were all very impressed, and we enjoyed the day which is what matters.
Care Home First Aid - Bespoke course
Dave, Managing Director, Redditch
Hi Bill, Thank you for your email with the register, feedback and certificates. We have used your company a number of times and have been impressed every time. Thank you for all your support, and we will be in touch for the next course, I am sure. Thanks, Dave, Managing Director
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Epilepsy Awareness & Buccal Midazolam Training