24HS02 - Epilepsy

Content:

This course will provide online training for teachers around how to manage students with epilepsy. 

Topics include:

• basic facts and figures about epilepsy
• what to do if a pupil has a seizure at school
• some issues that affect children and young people with epilepsy
• what the law says about supporting pupils with epilepsy
• what to include in an individual healthcare plan (IHP) and school medical conditions policy
• how epilepsy can affect learning, behaviour, and wellbeing
• safety and including pupils with epilepsy

Expected Impact on Schools:

Staff have greater awareness of epilepsy, seizures and training to support pupils in school with epilepsy

Target Group:  School leaders, teachers, and staff responsible for special educational needs or additional learning needs

Course Deliverer:  Angela Richardson - Children's Epilepsy Specialist Nurse / South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Cost:  Free