Epilepsy Medication Train the Trainer

Learning Outcomes

Train the Trainer:

Compare the varying roles and responsibilities of a trainer within a care-based setting
State key legislative and regulatory requirements that underpin training practice
Explain practical ways to promote equality and diversity in learning sessions
Describe approaches to meeting different individual learner needs
Describe the significance of timely and constructive feedback
Explain how to identify and act upon areas for professional improvement
Define how to select relevant and inclusive teaching and learning resources
Identify and compare different types of assessment methods
Define strategies for engaging and motivating learners effectively
Complete and submit:
- Homework: A fully developed lesson plan
- Homework: A structured micro-teach session

Epilepsy Medication:

Describe Epilepsy and Seizures – Identify different types of epileptic seizures, their characteristics, and the underlying causes of epilepsy.
Identify the Diagnostic Process – Describe the steps involved in diagnosing epilepsy, including medical history, EEG, and imaging tests.
Explain Treatment Options – Understand the role of anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs), lifestyle modifications, and other treatments in managing epilepsy.
Analyse Emergency Medication Safely – Demonstrate the correct procedure for administering Buccal Midazolam and recognise when emergency intervention is required.
Describe Effective Seizure Management – Apply best practices during a seizure, including ensuring patient safety, recording key details, and understanding documentation requirements.
Describe when to Seek Urgent Medical Attention – Identify situations requiring emergency care, such as prolonged seizures (status epilepticus) or repeated seizures without recovery.

Aim

This course is designed for individuals involved in teaching, training, or assessing within real workplace environments. It equips participants with the knowledge and skills required to deliver effective, inclusive training and observe learners confidently and competently in health and social care settings.

Why Customers would Benefit from the Epilepsy Medication Train the Trainer Course?

The Epilepsy Medication Train the Trainer course equips senior staff with the expertise to confidently deliver in-house training on epilepsy awareness and the safe administration of emergency medication, such as buccal midazolam. This course helps ensure care teams respond safely, promptly, and in line with clinical guidance during seizure-related emergencies, while supporting dignity and reducing risk.

Key Benefits for Customers:

Cost-Saving Internal Training Delivery

Develop an in-house trainer to regularly deliver epilepsy medication training, reducing ongoing costs linked to external trainers and ensuring flexible, on-demand delivery.

Meets Legal and Clinical Requirements

Supports compliance with the Human Medicines Regulations 2012, Health and Social Care Act 2008, NICE guidelines, and CQC expectations for the safe administration of rescue medication.

Reduces Risk During Seizure Emergencies

Ensures staff are trained to respond quickly and safely to seizures, improving outcomes and reducing the risk of harm or delay in care.

Focuses on Person-Centred, Dignified Response

Promotes respectful, individualised care during vulnerable moments—ensuring staff approach seizure management with empathy and professionalism.

Relevant to Health and Social Care Settings

Training content reflects the realities of working in care homes, supported living, and domiciliary care environments, including real-life scenarios and common service user needs.

Builds Internal Confidence and Competence

Empowers a nominated staff member to lead on epilepsy awareness and medication training, reinforcing safe practice and accountability across the team.

Supports Ongoing Refresher Training

Enables organisations to deliver timely refreshers or re-training in response to audit findings, incidents, or medication reviews.

Comprehensive Training Toolkit Provided

Includes structured resources such as lesson plans, presentation slides, demonstration guides, handouts, and competency checklists to support confident delivery and learner assessment.

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