Epilepsy and Midazolam Training

Epilepsy and Midazolam Training

Delivery Mode: Face-to-face

Assessment Mode: Classroom

Duration: 2.5 hours

Location: Surrey Hills / Mobile Delivery (VIC)

Course Outline

This 2.5-hour short course provides the necessary required training for support workers to administer Midazolam to their clients/participants.  Students will learn how to recognise different types of seizures, read and understand epilepsy management plans and administer the correct dose, correct route and correct procedure for the administration of Midazolam.  Students will also gain an understanding of correct PPE, infection control and first aid for seizure management. Students will also participate in a practical activity that will provide them with the knowledge of dose and administration method of Midazolam.

Overview

Delivery Mode: Face-to-face

Assessment Mode: Classroom

Duration: 2.5 hours

Location: Surrey Hills / Mobile Delivery (VIC)

Course Details

• Course Content

  • What is Epilepsy

  • Recognising different types of seizures

  • Understanding of Individualised Epilepsy management plans

  • First aid for seizures

  • Emergency management of seizures

  • What is Midazolam?

  • Safe storage of Midazolam

  • What do I do after I have administered Midazolam?

  • Reporting/recording requirements

  • Duty of Care.

• Additional Information

  • Students will practice the administration of Midazolam (training fluid only)

  • A practical checklist will be completed for the practical demonstration and signed off by the trainer providing evidence of administration by the student.

Fees

Full Course Fees

Fee Type Student Fee

Full Fee $150

Staff Fee* $145

* Discount applies to staff of ONCALL and partner organisations.

Please note: All course dates are subject to change dependent on student numbers.