Learning Outcomes

In this free course, you will learn how to:

• Define epilepsy and state its causes and seizure types
• Describe the triggers that can lead to seizures and their impact on daily living and personal safety
• Identify warning signs, emotional changes, and physical symptoms that signal a seizure is starting
• Explain seizure phases including onset, duration, recovery period, and post-seizure confusion or fatigue
• Distinguish seizures from conditions such as fainting, strokes, or panic attacks for accurate response
• Outline safe first aid steps including protecting the person, airway support, and correct positioning
• List the main do’s and don’ts in seizure first aid and highlight common mistakes people often make
• Evaluate when a seizure requires medical attention, emergency calls, or use of rescue medication
• Summarize measures for ensuring safety at home, work, school, during sports, travel, and in public areas
• Discuss seizure action plans, medical IDs, and alert devices that improve safety and preparedness
• Plan effective training for family, peers, and communities to improve seizure first aid response
• Generate community advocacy strategies that promote inclusion and mental health for epilepsy care