ESAMA – Epilepsy, Seizure & Midazolam Awareness
This non-accredited course is designed for teachers, parents and guardians who want to learn more about epilepsy and seizures. The course also includes guidance for the administration of Intranasal Midazolam (INM).
Completion of this training in isolation does not confer authorisation or competency to administer midazolam or other emergency epilepsy medications. Organisations must ensure that any medication-related practices are governed by applicable regulatory and industry frameworks, supported by individual care plans, appropriate clinical oversight, and established policies and procedures.
Completion of this training in isolation does not confer authorisation or competency to administer midazolam or other emergency epilepsy medications. Organisations must ensure that any medication-related practices are governed by applicable regulatory and industry frameworks, supported by individual care plans, appropriate clinical oversight, and established policies and procedures.
Target Audience:
Teachers, parents and guardians
Learning Outcomes:
- Upon completion of this course, participants will receive a Certificate of Participation.
- This is a non-accredited course. It provides knowledge of midazolam administration but does not include formal practical assessment or confer competency to administer medication
Learning Methods:
There is no assessment for this course.
Program Benefits:
Content:
- Defining Epilepsy
- Impacts of Epilepsy
- Types of Seizures
- Risk factors of Epilepsy
- Triggers of Epilepsy
- Management plans
- Medications (Midazolam) - Safe handling, basic dosage and delivery guidance, post administration considerations
- First aid for seizure emergencies
- Reporting and logging information
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