Epilepsy and Seizure Support for NDIS Support Workers
Epilepsy and seizure support is a specialised area of practice under the NDIS Practice Standards that involves high-risk tasks requiring advanced knowledge, skills and training. This Ausmed Training Module explores the essential skills and understanding needed to safely support NDIS participants who are at risk of seizures, including how to recognise early warning signs, respond confidently during a seizure and follow the participant’s individual epilepsy support plan. Learn how to provide safe, person-centred and effective support to people living with epilepsy, and understand your responsibilities in monitoring, reporting, escalation and the use of rescue medications where appropriate.
Note: This module is not a substitute for formal training or a competency assessment, which should be delivered by an appropriately qualified health practitioner.
To provide this high intensity support, you must be employed by an NDIS provider that is accredited to deliver this specific High Intensity Daily Personal Activity under the NDIS Practice Standards.
Content
What you'll learn:
Understand the impact of epilepsy and seizures on participants and the importance of support.
Identify key knowledge required to support NDIS participants receiving epilepsy and seizure support.
Recognise and respond appropriately to seizure activity, follow first aid procedures and escalate and report in line with the participant’s epilepsy support plan.
Who it's for:
NDIS support workers who:
- Are employed by an NDIS provider that is accredited to deliver this specific High Intensity Daily Personal Activity under the NDIS Practice Standards, and
- Have received appropriate training and have been assessed as competent by their organisation to provide this type of support.
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