Epilepsy Education event for Student Nurses and Student Midwives

Join us for a free practical 90-minute session designed specifically for student nurses and student midwives, where you'll hear about the lived experiences of people with epilepsy and share the best practice of how to care for them in your role as a nurse and or midwife. The speakers have an extensive knowledge and experience of working in a nursing or midwifery role and will share their experiences when caring for a person with epilepsy.

What you'll learn:

Seizure Types: Understand the different types of seizures and how they present beyond the textbook.

Myth-Busting: Break down common misconceptions.

Medication: Discover how epilepsy medications work, the potential teratogenic effect of some anti-seizure medications and what side effects to watch for.

First Aid, Safety & SUDEP: Learn lifesaving first aid, safety protocols, and how to reduce the risk of Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy.

Mental Health in Epilepsy: Address the emotional and psychological impact of epilepsy on individuals and families.

Maternal Medicine & Family Planning: Explore what you need to know about epilepsy in pre-conception, pregnancy, birth planning, and postpartum care.

Co morbidities associated in people with epilepsy and the importance of holistic care.

The importance of Epilepsy Specialist Nurses: Get inspired by the diverse, specialist role of ESNs across patient pathways.

Meet Epilepsy Action: Learn how we support both healthcare professionals and those living with epilepsy and how you can get involved.

Why attend?

Epilepsy is one of the most common neurological conditions, yet it’s often overlooked in nursing and midwifery education. Many students leave university knowing very little about the condition, the care it requires, or the specialist roles available in this field.

That’s exactly why you should attend.

Whether you're just starting out or nearing the end of your nursing or midwifery degree, this session will give you the essential, hands-on understanding of epilepsy that every future nurse or midwife should have.

Reserve your spot now — places are limited!

Make epilepsy care part of your student journey.