Epilepsy - Advanced
Level:
CPD
Duration:
3 hrs
Course code:
TD/2025/09036
Max group:
12
In-depth knowledge of epilepsy, complex seizure types, advanced care, and multidisciplinary support
Course Summary
Epilepsy - Advanced
This advanced course is tailored for healthcare professionals and caregivers who wish to deepen their understanding of epilepsy and enhance their ability to manage complex cases. The course delves into advanced topics, including rare and complex seizure types, treatment strategies, and the psychosocial impact of epilepsy. Participants will learn about cutting-edge treatments, multidisciplinary approaches, and best practices for personalised care planning. The course also focuses on supporting individuals with drug-resistant epilepsy and addressing challenges in diverse care settings. Key Learning Objectives: Understand Complex and Rare Seizure Types: Gain detailed knowledge of rare and complex seizure presentations. Recognise subtle and atypical seizure behaviours in patients. Explore Advanced Diagnostic and Treatment Strategies: Understand advanced diagnostic tools such as EEG and imaging. Learn about treatment options, including polytherapy and surgical interventions. Gain insights into emerging therapies, such as neuromodulation and ketogenic diets. Manage Drug-Resistant Epilepsy: Recognise the challenges of drug-resistant epilepsy (DRE). Learn strategies to optimise care for individuals with uncontrolled seizures. Implement Multidisciplinary Care Approaches: Understand the roles of neurologists, epilepsy nurses, and allied health professionals. Collaborate effectively to deliver holistic, patient-centred care. Address Psychosocial Impacts of Epilepsy: Explore the psychological and social challenges faced by individuals with epilepsy. Learn strategies to support mental health, employment, and social inclusion. Support Special Populations: Tailor care for children, adolescents, and older adults with epilepsy. Address gender-specific issues, including epilepsy during pregnancy. Enhance Safety and Risk Management: Develop advanced risk management strategies for seizure-related injuries and emergencies. Learn about lifestyle modifications and environmental adaptations to enhance safety. Promote Education and Advocacy: Educate individuals and families about self-management and treatment adherence. Advocate for epilepsy awareness and reduce stigma within communities. By completing this course, participants will gain the expertise to manage complex epilepsy cases confidently, collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams, and provide advanced, person-centred care for individuals living with epilepsy.
Course Contents
Overview of Advanced Epilepsy Care
Recap of epilepsy basics and terminology
Importance of advanced understanding in managing complex cases
Complex and Rare Seizure Types
Detailed exploration of rare seizures (e.g., gelastic, reflex, atonic)
Recognising subtle and atypical seizure presentations
Understanding epilepsy syndromes (e.g., Lennox-Gastaut, Dravet)
Advanced Diagnostics and Monitoring Use of EEG, MRI, and other imaging tools in epilepsy diagnosis
Long-term monitoring techniques and their applications
Interpreting diagnostic results to inform treatment plans
Treatment Options and Emerging Therapies
Advanced pharmacological management (e.g., polytherapy, new medications)
Non-pharmacological treatments (e.g., ketogenic diet, neurostimulation)
Surgical interventions: indications, procedures, and outcomes
Drug-Resistant Epilepsy (DRE)
Understanding the challenges of managing DRE Exploring options for individuals with uncontrolled seizures
Role of experimental treatments and clinical trials
Multidisciplinary Approaches to Care Roles of healthcare professionals in advanced epilepsy management
Effective team collaboration for holistic care Coordinating care across different settings and services
Psychosocial Impact of Epilepsy
Addressing mental health issues, including anxiety and depression
Supporting social inclusion and reducing stigma
Managing the impact of epilepsy on education, employment, and relationships
Special Considerations in Epilepsy Care
Paediatric epilepsy: challenges and care strategies
Epilepsy and aging: unique concerns in older adults
Gender-specific issues, including epilepsy and pregnancy
Safety, Risk Management, and Quality of Life Strategies to prevent seizure-related injuries and complications
Implementing lifestyle modifications to improve safety
Supporting independence and enhancing quality of life
Education and Advocacy Empowering individuals and families with self-management strategies
Promoting epilepsy awareness and education in the community
Advocating for policies and practices to support individuals with epilepsy
Case Studies and Practical Applications
Analysis of complex case studies to apply advanced knowledge
Role-playing scenarios for multidisciplinary collaboration
Group discussions on best practices and shared experiences
Assessment
The instructor conducts a single written assessments at the end of the course. Upon successful completion, learners will receive a three-year Level 3 Award in Principles of Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People or Vulnerable Adults (Level 6 in Scotland). No external assessors are required for this qualification.
Duration
The course requires a minimum of 7 hours, distributed over the day. While it is ideal to complete the course in one day, we can adjust the schedule to suit your specific needs, as long as the course is completed within 3 weeks of starting and each training session lasts at least two hours.
Certification Validity
This qualification has no formal expiry, however regular CPD and updates are recommended.
Further Information - Course Numbers
A maximum of 12 students can be accommodated on this course and all candidates must be a minimum of 18 years of age to qualify.
Assessment method: Activities, test paper.
Pre-requisite: None
Suggested progression:
recommended refresher training and CPD;