These meetings provide an opportunity to connect with and support providers to create a networking and collaboration to ensure support is provided to those in need.
These meetings will NOT be recorded and we encourage people to attend the virtual meeting to learn about the topics and ask questions.
Seizure Recognition & First Aid Certification course
You must register in advance for this meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMlduusrDsoE9xg_GJFLiTJGOqbKFDJrKks or https://bit.ly/IACoC
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting and completing the pre-assessment.
Note from 3:15-3:30 PM a Q & A period will be provided.
Please see more details below and the accompanying flyer.
Note this training will be held virtually via Zoom.
About the Seizure Recognition and First Aid Certification
The Seizure Recognition and First Aid Certification program contains information on seizures, epilepsy, and seizure first aid. The first aid procedures presented in this training reflects the standard of knowledge and current best practices. This information is presented in a format suited for direct training of the public. Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a two-year certification. This training program is currently available through live webinars hosted by the Epilepsy Foundation network.
Training Purpose
The purpose of this certification program is to formally educate the public on the Epilepsy Foundation's approved procedures for recognizing seizures and responding to someone having a seizure. This course aims to increase the knowledge, skill, and confidence in applying seizure first aid.
Training Objectives
Participants will be able to meet the following learning objectives:
Define seizures and epilepsy
Identify correct and incorrect steps for helping a person having a seizure
Identify when you should call emergency (911) in the event of a seizure
Increase confidence to help a person during a seizure
