Buccal Midazolam Awareness Training – Online Training Course
Develop the Confidence to Respond Safely During a Seizure Emergency When a prolonged seizure occurs, every second matters. Our Buccal Midazolam Awareness Training course has been designed to equip healthcare professionals, support workers and carers with the knowledge and confidence to safely recognise prolonged seizures, administer Epistatus (licensed Buccal Midazolam) appropriately, and provide effective aftercare in accordance with current UK legislation and best practice. Developed specifically for those working within health and social care environments, this comprehensive online course combines clinical knowledge with practical guidance, ensuring learners understand not only how to administer Buccal Midazolam safely, but when, why, and under what legal authority it should be given. Why Choose This Course? Administering Buccal Midazolam is a significant clinical responsibility that requires more than simply understanding the medication. This course provides learners with a complete understanding of epilepsy, seizure recognition, emergency intervention, legal responsibilities, safe administration techniques, infection prevention, record keeping, competency requirements and post seizure care. Through practical guidance and real world application, learners gain the confidence to respond quickly and safely during seizure emergencies whilst working within individual care plans, organisational policies and UK legislation. Course Benefits Gain confidence in recognising prolonged seizures and seizure emergencies Understand when Buccal Midazolam (Epistatus) should and should not be administered Learn the correct step by step administration technique Understand the legal responsibilities surrounding emergency medication Recognise common side effects and serious adverse reactions Improve documentation, reporting and post incident record keeping Strengthen infection prevention, dignity and person centred care Receive an instant certificate upon successful completion Designed for Real Healthcare Practice Unlike many awareness programmes, this course follows the complete patient journey from recognising different seizure types through to emergency intervention, safe medication administration and ongoing aftercare. Learners will develop an understanding of epilepsy and seizure patterns, recognise the signs that emergency medication is required, safely administer Epistatus, identify treatment failure or adverse reactions, know when emergency services should be contacted, and complete accurate documentation in accordance with CQC expectations. The programme also explores safe delegation, competency assessments, refresher training, infection prevention, dignity, safeguarding, and practical aftercare, ensuring learners can respond confidently and professionally in real healthcare, community and supported living environments.