Help keep South Carolinians safe by learning Seizure First-Aid

This Seizure Recognition and First Aid Training was developed for school personnel. All school personnel – teachers, administrators, nurses, drivers, coaches, aides, custodians – can benefit from this training. While the training addresses specifics about the school-setting, anyone seeking to learn the basics of epilepsy and how to recognize and respond to a seizure could benefit from the content.

https://rutgerstraining.sph.rutgers.edu/Epilepsy/#/

On-Demand Training is available 24/7.

Upon completion of the training you will receive a Certificate.

Continuing education credits (1.0) are available for certified health educators (CHES)

After completing this training, learners will:

• Understand the basics about epilepsy
• Recognize common seizure types, treatment options, and their possible impact on student learning
• Identify appropriate first aid and recognize when a seizure is a medical emergency
• Understand how to administer rescue medicines, if applicable
• Know where to find local community support for more information