Epilepsy Awareness and Administration of Buccal Midazolam – Level 2 (VTQ)
Develop the essential knowledge, practical skills and confidence needed to support individuals living with epilepsy and respond effectively to seizures with SceneMedic’s Epilepsy Awareness and Administration of Buccal Midazolam Level 2 (VTQ) course.
Delivered by practising paramedics with extensive frontline emergency experience, this specialist training provides a comprehensive introduction to epilepsy awareness, seizure management and the safe administration of prescribed Buccal Midazolam.
Combining theoretical learning with practical simulation, the course is designed to prepare learners for situations where an individual may require immediate assistance, helping them respond calmly, safely and appropriately.
Training is delivered in line with relevant Joint Epilepsy Council guidance.
What You’ll Learn
Throughout the course, learners will develop their understanding of key topics, including:
- Understanding Epilepsy: Learning about epilepsy and how it can affect individuals.
- Types of Seizures: Recognising different seizure types and their characteristics.
- Seizure First Aid: Understanding how to support someone safely during and after a seizure.
- Emergency Response: Recognising when additional medical assistance is required.
- Buccal Midazolam: Understanding the purpose and appropriate use of prescribed Buccal Midazolam as emergency rescue medication.
- Safe Administration: Learning how to administer prescribed medication in accordance with an individual’s care plan and relevant procedures.
- Dosage and Side Effects: Understanding prescribed doses, possible side effects and important safety precautions.
- Monitoring and Aftercare: Providing appropriate support following a seizure or the administration of emergency medication.
- Practical Simulation: Developing confidence through realistic scenarios and supervised practical training.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is particularly suitable for people who support individuals living with epilepsy, including:
- Healthcare assistants
- Care workers and support workers
- Residential and domiciliary care staff
- Teachers and teaching assistants
- Special educational needs (SEN) professionals
- Community support workers
- Family members and carers
It is especially relevant for individuals who may be responsible for following an epilepsy care plan involving prescribed emergency rescue medication.
Course Details
Course: Epilepsy Awareness and Administration of Buccal Midazolam
Qualification: Level 2 (VTQ)
Delivery: Theory-based learning and practical simulation
Training Guidance: Relevant Joint Epilepsy Council guidance
Course Duration: Please enquire for further details.
Why Choose SceneMedic?
At SceneMedic, our courses are delivered by practising paramedics who bring valuable frontline emergency experience into the training environment.
We combine professional expertise with engaging, practical teaching to help learners develop the skills and confidence to respond appropriately when emergencies occur.
Our supportive training approach focuses on building real-world understanding, ensuring participants feel better prepared to recognise seizures, respond safely and support individuals in their care.
Book Your Epilepsy Awareness Course
Whether you’re looking to develop your own knowledge, arrange staff training or improve your organisation’s emergency response procedures, SceneMedic can help.
Contact us to enquire about upcoming course dates, group bookings and training arrangements tailored to your requirements.
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