November 5, 2022 | 8:30 am to 12:30 pm
Aloha Tower Marketplace | 1 Aloha Tower Dr. Honolulu, HI 96813
The Epilepsy Foundation of Hawaii is excited to host the Hawaii Epilepsy Education Conference in person. It’s been two years!
The Hawaii Epilepsy Education Conference is Hawaii’s educational and networking opportunity for people living with epilepsy, professionals who serve them, caregivers, family, and community members. Each year the Epilepsy Foundation of Hawaii brings together a group of experts to share their clinical and personal insights on epilepsy and wellness.
This year’s topics include the current state of epilepsy care, information about autoimmune epilepsy, and information and considerations for transitional care for people living with epilepsy. We will discuss why wellness and self-care matter and will facilitate a panel discussion by caregivers for caregivers.
The conference also features an inspirational address as well as a health and resource fair. Whether participants join us in person or virtually, they’ll have an opportunity to learn and connect at this year’s conference.
Community Education
Below is a list of services we have for community education. Contact us today to schedule a seizure smart training with your organization!
Seizure First Aid Certification Training
The 90-minute Seizure Recognition and First Aid Certification is a formal training offered by the Epilepsy Foundation that teaches people:
- How to recognize signs of a seizure
- How to respond with proper seizure first aid
- When to call for help
Why Is Seizure First Aid Important?
Knowing how to help someone during a seizure can make a difference and save a life. While there are many different types of seizures, during many of them a person may be confused, not aware of what is going on, or unconscious. A person could get hurt during a seizure or a seizure could last too long, or the seizures could cluster.
Who Should Be Seizure First Aid Certified?
While everyone should know basic seizure first aid, becoming Seizure First Aid Certified takes you further. You will learn about both epilepsy and seizures including how to recognize signs of a seizure and how to use basic first aid steps and when emergency medical help is be necessary.
Seizure First Aid Certification is designed for people who:
- Have a family member, loved one, or friend with seizures.
- Have a job where you provide care for people with seizures.
- Have a job where you work with the public or work with someone who has seizures.
- Coach or lead groups.
How Long Does The Certification Last?
The certification lasts 2 years. You will be sent an email to recertify every 2 years with a shorter online class.
Are Continuing Education Units Available?
The Epilepsy Foundation is a designated provider of continuing education contact hours in health education by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc.
Emergency Medical Service Providers
This program can be provided face-to-face or online. The emergency medical service training, about 45 minutes in length, aims to train EMT’s on seizure recognition, correct response to seizures, and awareness of the unique needs of people with epilepsy who might need to be taken to the hospital. Users who complete this course are eligible to receive a certificate of successful completion at the end (for the online course only).
Seizure Smart Communities
We work to educate, connect and empower people all across the Hawaiian Islands to be seizure smart. This includes local media, hospitals, clinics, schools, businesses, community groups and government officials. Contact us to schedule an epilepsy awareness presentation or to request informational materials.
Seizure Training for School Nurses
This program is designed to provide the school nurse with information, strategies, and resources that will enable him/her to better manage the student with seizures by supporting positive treatment outcomes, maximizing educational and developmental opportunities, and ensuring a safe and supportive environment. The program consists of seven modules to assist the school nurse in learning to effectively manage seizures in a school environment.
Nurses can earn 3.2 CEUs from this free online training.
Seizure Training for School Personnel
Designed for people who work with children and youth in school settings. This program provides an overview of seizures and epilepsy, seizure first aid, seizure action plans, rescue therapies, seizure emergencies and how to support students in school settings. This course is appropriate for school nurses, teachers, aides, coaches, administrators and anyone who works in a school setting.
