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Understand epilepsy.
About the course
Understand epilepsy.
Be ready when it matters.
Epilepsy is one of the most common neurological conditions worldwide, yet it is widely misunderstood. Most people are unsure how to respond when a seizure happens.
This short course is easy to follow, engaging and interactive, and packed with real video examples. Whether you're a carer, teacher, disability worker, or someone living with epilepsy — this is a must-do introduction that could make all the difference.
1 in 150
Australians diagnosed with epilepsy
30–45
Minutes to complete
3 months
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Who is this for?
Designed for anyone who wants to know more
Suits professionals and everyday people alike — no background knowledge needed.
Carers & Support Workers
Teachers & Educators
Disability Workers
People Living with Epilepsy
Family & Friends
General Public
Course content
What you'll learn
Four focused modules that give you practical knowledge and real confidence.
01
Epilepsy Facts
Who gets epilepsy? Is a seizure the same as epilepsy? Look at causes and seizure triggers, diagnosis and treatment.
02
Types of Seizures
Recognise the different kinds of seizures and what they look like in real life.
03
Living with Epilepsy
The day-to-day impact of epilepsy on individuals and those around them.
04
Seizure Safety & First Aid
Covers safety, risk, and seizure first aid so you're prepared and ready to act calmly and correctly.
Course reviews
Trusted by learners
Feedback from people who have completed our course.
Epilepsy Essentials
This was one of the most professionally delivered e-learning courses I have completed.
The course content was relevant and easily understood, and the length of the course itself was great.
Emergency Medication training
Interactive and easy to understand.
It used very simple language and animation for easy understanding.
The step-by-step processes were very helpful and easily understood.
It was great to be able to complete this online. I also liked the videos and animations.
Quick reference guides were very helpful. The interactive screens were also instructive.
The glossary was an invaluable resource for references and understanding.
What learners found most valuable
Learning how to recognise different types of seizure and how to respond, especially the use of emergency medication and when to seek further medical help.
The interactive elements that kind of give you hands-on experience in a way, which helps to strengthen the knowledge.
Reading the EMMP, very thorough on the process to administer Midazolam.
Greater awareness on how to treat a person who is experiencing a seizure. Learning about different ways to administer medication.
That I understand the different types of seizures and the interactive nature of the course helped me learn.
FAQ
Common questions
The course is delivered completely online and is entirely self-paced — learn whenever and wherever suits you, on any device.
Please allow 30–45 minutes to work through the full course. You have up to 3 months from enrolment to complete it at your own pace.
No — there are no prerequisites for this course. It is open to everyone, regardless of background or prior knowledge.
You'll complete a quiz at the end of the course. Upon passing, you'll receive a certificate of completion that you can save and share.
We recommend completing Epilepsy Essentials every 2 years to keep your knowledge current. Note: you must have completed it within the last 2 years to qualify for an Emergency Medication Administration certificate.
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Also need Midazolam training?
Combine Epilepsy Essentials with our Emergency Medication: Midazolam course and save with our discounted bundle.
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