Epilepsy and Buccal Medication
At Northbrook Training & Consultancy, we’re committed to raising social care standards across the UK with training that’s both practical and impactful. Our Epilepsy and Buccal Medication course stems from our extensive experience equipping care professionals to handle complex conditions with confidence. We’ve seen how skilled intervention with Midazolam can transform outcomes during epileptic seizures, and we bring that expertise to you through hands-on, expert-led learning.
Master Epilepsy Care with Confidence
Ready to take your epilepsy support skills to the next level? Our Epilepsy and Buccal Medication course offers in-depth knowledge and practical training on managing seizures, including how to safely administer emergency Buccal Midazolam as a rescue medication. With real-world scenarios and hands-on practice, this course empowers you to act decisively in critical moments. Bring our expertise to your team and enhance your ability to care effectively.
What Makes This Training Essential?
Epilepsy affects over 600,000 people in the UK, and prolonged seizures demand swift, skilled responses. This course gives you the tools to understand epilepsy deeply and administer life-saving rescue medication like Midazolam confidently—skills that can reduce risks like SUDEP (Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy) and improve quality of life. It’s vital for meeting Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards and ensuring you’re prepared for emergency care challenges.
What You’ll Learn
Dive into a comprehensive, hands-on curriculum designed for real-world application. You’ll cover:
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What is Epilepsy: The condition’s causes and effects.
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What are Seizures: How they occur and their impact.
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Types of Seizures: Recognising tonic-clonic, focal, and more with practical examples.
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Myth Busting: Dispelling misconceptions for informed care.
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Diagnosis of Epilepsy: Understanding the process and implications.
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Treatment Options: From medication to lifestyle adjustments.
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Risk Assessing & Care Planning: Building safe, effective strategies.
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Supporting During a Seizure: Practical steps to assist safely.
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Impact on Lifestyle: How epilepsy shapes daily living and how to help.
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Status Epilepticus: Managing prolonged seizure states.
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Prolonged Seizures: Recognising and responding effectively.
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Risk of SUDEP: Awareness and prevention insights.
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Anti-Epileptic Drugs: Their role and management.
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Administration of Buccal ‘Emergency Rescue’ Medication: Hands-on practice with training devices, using water to simulate Midazolam delivery via the buccal cavity.
This course blends theory with practice, ensuring you’re ready to support and intervene with rescue medication when it matters most.
Who’s It For?
This training is ideal for care professionals across the UK needing advanced epilepsy skills, including care workers, support staff, nurses, and team leaders. It’s perfect for those in residential care, domiciliary settings, or healthcare roles, as well as organisations seeking tailored training to enhance emergency response with Midazolam. Family carers looking to upskill will also find it invaluable.
Assessment & Certification
Learning is active and practical—no written exams, just real-world application. You’ll engage in discussions, scenarios, and hands-on practice administering water via buccal devices to simulate rescue medication use, demonstrating your skills. Upon completion, you’ll receive a Northbrook Training & Consultancy certificate, widely recognised in the UK care sector, validating your expertise in epilepsy care and buccal medication administration while aligning with CQC and Skills for Care standards.
Other organisations may call this training Epilepsy Emergency Medication Course, Buccal Midazolam Training, or Seizure Management with Rescue Medication.
