PRETOLA offers a range of training courses that can be tailored to meet the needs of your staff and operational context.
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This FREE SUDEP Masterclass virtual training is ideal for clinicians, epilepsy advocates, families and carers in Low to Middle Income Countries (LMICs) looking to stay abreast of latest research in epilepsy management and improve their patients’ outcomes.
This Masterclass will provide an overview of SUDEP in LMIC. It will explore the assessment and management of associated risks to prevent SUDEP and the ethical question of when is the right time to discuss SUDEP with the patient, families and their carers. What barriers exists, including stigma and cultural factors that prevents discussing SUDEP with people with epilepsy and their families?
The masterclass will explore SUDEP risks factors in pregnant women and how these can be managed to prevent mortality in women with epilepsy in LMIC.
This masterclass contains 3 topics that will be delivered by 3 leading international specialists in the field of epilepsy. There will be a panel session to take questions afterwards.
The course content is highly engaging and tailored to reflect the clinical, cultural, and socio-economic contexts in LMICs.
Course Fee: FREE (Registration is mandatory)
Thanks to our sponsors ROW Foundation and Danny Did Foundation, participants can register for the masterclass for free. Joining details for the Live event will be sent to registered participants before the event.
Course Duration:
1 day training: Saturday 19th August 2023 (0900hrs – 1300hrs BST)
Participants will have access to recordings of sessions for 3 months and will receive a certificate of attendance upon completion.
*Terms and conditions apply
For more enquiries.... Contact us by email - info@pretolaghc.net or Whatsapp - +447424733059
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This FREE three-month virtual training is ideal for doctors and nurses in Low to Middle Income Countries (LMICs) looking to stay abreast of latest research in epilepsy management and improve their patients’ outcomes.
This fourth edition of the EAMC offers a truly multidisciplinary approach to epilepsy management, featuring specialist sessions on how to assess and manage Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC) and Epilepsy in Children.
Sessions will be delivered by leading international specialists in the field of epilepsy and TSC management (adult and paediatric).
The course content is highly engaging and tailored to reflect the clinical, cultural, and socio-economic contexts in LMICs. Participants from previous editions of the EAMC have benefited from opportunity to network with other participants and share best practice when caring for people with epilepsy.
Indicative Course Content:
Epilepsy: Definition, Myths and Misconception
Diagnosing Epilepsy using Neuro-diagnostic Assessments
Epilepsy in Children
Epilepsy Risk Management
Epilepsy and Mental Health
Assessing, Diagnosing and Managing TSC and associated epilepsy co-morbidity
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course, participants will:
Have a thorough understanding of epilepsy – causes, types and presentations
Know how to take thorough and accurate medical history of patients
Know how to make an accurate diagnosis of epilepsy
Understand how to manage epilepsy in special groups – women and people living with intellectual disabilities
Be able to complete detailed risk assessments and management plans
Attend specialist sessions on Paediatric Epilepsy
Have a better understanding of Tuberous Sclerosis Complex – diagnosis, treatment and management of associated co-morbidities
Course Fee: FREE (Registration is mandatory)
Thanks to our sponsors ROW Foundation and TSC Alliance, participants can register for the EAMC for free
Course Duration:
The course will run virtually from 14th January – 25th March 2023 and will consist of 6 sessions delivered bi-weekly (Saturdays)
Participants will have access to recordings of sessions and will receive a certificate of attendance upon completion
*Terms and conditions apply
For more enquiries.... Contact us by email - info@pretolaghc.net or Whatsapp - +447424733059
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The EAMC Version 2.0 has been designed to equip non-medical personnel that work with people with epilepsy including Care-givers, Epilepsy Advocates, Therapists (Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Therapy Assistants, School Teachers, Special Education Need Tutors, NGOs, Social Workers, and Nursing Assistants. This training will provide attendees with best practices needed to support people living with epilepsy in all Low to Middle-Income Countries (LMICs). This intensive three-month interactive virtual training is open to attendees from all LMICs.
Sessions will be delivered by leading UK specialists in the field of epilepsy management. You will have access to recordings of sessions and you will receive a certificate of attendance upon completion.
Indicative Course Content:
Epilepsy: Definition, Myths and Misconception
Managing Epilepsy in Children and Women
Epilepsy Risk Management
Epilepsy and Mental Health
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, you will:
Have been taught by some of the best epilepsy experts from the UK
Understand the needs of people with epilepsy in special groups – women, children and people living with intellectual disabilities
Be more confident in being able to advocate for the needs of people with epilepsy in your country
Have developed professional links with peers in other countries
The course will run virtually from May – July 2021. More details will be sent to you in your registration email.
Book your place today. Course cost is £100
There are limited spaces on the course; REGISTER NOWto secure your place.
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Sponsored by Row Foundation and the Epilepsy Defeating Foundation, the EAMC has been designed to equip medical practitioners with best practices when caring for people living with epilepsy in Low to Middle-Income Countries (LMICs)
This intensive three-month interactive virtual training is ideal for doctors and nurses in LMICs seeking to develop their knowledge and skills so they can deliver excellent care to their patients.
Sessions will be delivered by leading UK specialists in the field of epilepsy management. You will have access to recordings of sessions and you will receive a certificate of attendance upon completion.
Indicative Course Content:
Epilepsy: Definition, Myths and Misconception
Diagnosing Epilepsy using Neuro-diagnostic Assessments
Managing Epilepsy in Children and Women
Epilepsy Risk Management
Epilepsy and Mental Health
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, you will:
Have been taught by some of the best epilepsy experts from the UK
Have a thorough understanding of epilepsy – causes, types, presentations and management
Know how to take thorough and accurate medical history of patients
Know how to make an accurate diagnosis of epilepsy
Understand how to manage epilepsy in special groups – women, children and people living with intellectual disabilities
Be able to complete detailed risk assessments and management plans
Be more confident in meeting the needs of people with epilepsy in your country
Have developed long lasting professional links with peers in other countries
The course will run virtually from January – March 2021. More details will be sent to you in your registration email.
Book your place today at a discounted price of
There are limited spaces on the course; REGISTER NOWto secure your place.
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Sponsored by Row Foundation and the Epilepsy Defeating Foundation, the EAMC has been designed to equip medical practitioners with best practices when caring for people living with epilepsy in Low to Middle-Income Countries (LMICs)
This intensive three-month interactive virtual training is ideal for doctors and nurses in LMICs seeking to develop their knowledge and skills so they can deliver excellent care to their patients.
Sessions will be delivered by leading UK specialists in the field of epilepsy management. You will have access to recordings of sessions and you will receive a certificate of attendance upon completion.
Indicative Course Content:
Epilepsy: Definition, Myths and Misconception
Diagnosing Epilepsy using Neuro-diagnostic Assessments
Managing Epilepsy in Children and Women
Epilepsy Risk Management
Epilepsy and Mental Health
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, you will:
Have been taught by some of the best epilepsy experts from the UK
Have a thorough understanding of epilepsy – causes, types, presentations and management
Know how to take thorough and accurate medical history of patients
Know how to make an accurate diagnosis of epilepsy
Understand how to manage epilepsy in special groups – women, children and people living with intellectual disabilities
Be able to complete detailed risk assessments and management plans
Be more confident in meeting the needs of people with epilepsy in your country
Have developed long lasting professional links with peers in other countries
The course will run virtually from January – March 2021. More details will be sent to you in your registration email.
Book your place today at a discounted price of
There are limited spaces on the course; REGISTER NOWto secure your place.
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This training will provide participants with the knowledge and skills required to provide good quality care to those living with epilepsy. Sessions will be delivered by experienced and highly skilled trainers who are experts in the field of epilepsy.
Course Content
Definition of epilepsy
Prevalence of epilepsy
Causes and triggers of epilepsy
Diagnosis of epilepsy
Seizure types
Recognizing seizure presentations
Documentation and seizure recording
Epilepsy management and treatment
Prolonged and cluster seizures – Status epilepticus
Risk assessment and management
Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy – SUDEP
Impact of epilepsy diagnosis Impact of Covid-19 on people with epilepsy
Epilepsy first aid
Personalised care planning
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the training session, attendees will:Gain an increased understanding of what epilepsy is, the causes of epilepsy, how it presents and how it can be effectively managed.
Be able to confidently identify seizure types, support someone having a seizure, document a thorough record of events, and understand the treatment options available, including medications.
Acquire a better understanding of the risks associated with having epilepsy and how they can effectively support people with epilepsy to reduce and manage associated risks.
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Price:
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DATES AVAILABLE ON BOOKING CALENDAR:
29 JANUARY 2021 | 26 FEBRUARY 2021 | 26 MARCH 2021
START TIME - 09.30AM
This training will provide participants with the knowledge and skills required to provide good quality care to those living with epilepsy. Sessions will be delivered by experienced and highly skilled trainers who are experts in the field of epilepsy.
Course Content
Definition of epilepsy
Prevalence of epilepsy
Causes and triggers of epilepsy
Diagnosis of epilepsy
Seizure types
Recognizing seizure presentations
Documentation and seizure recording
Epilepsy management and treatment
Prolonged and cluster seizures – Status epilepticus
Risk assessment and management
Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy – SUDEP
Impact of epilepsy diagnosis Impact of Covid-19 on people with epilepsy
Epilepsy first aid
Personalised care planning
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the training session, attendees will:Gain an increased understanding of what epilepsy is, the causes of epilepsy, how it presents and how it can be effectively managed.
Be able to confidently identify seizure types, support someone having a seizure, document a thorough record of events, and understand the treatment options available, including medications.
Acquire a better understanding of the risks associated with having epilepsy and how they can effectively support people with epilepsy to reduce and manage associated risks.
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Price:
Individual Virtual Training: £50 per person | BOOK NOW
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This training will provide attendees with the knowledge and skills required to provide emergency support to people living with epilepsy in their care. We recommend that participants attend the Epilepsy Awareness Training prior to this course.
Course Content
Prolonged and cluster seizures
Status epilepticus
Epilepsy risk assessment and management
Rescue/emergency medication – Rectal Diazepam and Buccal Midazolam
Safe administration of rescue medication
Epilepsy first aid
Personalised care planning
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the training session, participants will:
Be able to recognise epilepsy emergency situations
Possess the right knowledge and skills to respond appropriately during these situations
Be able to safely administer prescribed rescue medication, e.g Rectal Diazepam or Buccal Midazolam
Know when to escalate the situation by calling for emergency services for more support
Know how to record events accurately and create personalised care plans to meet the needs of the person.
Duration: 2 hours
Price:
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DATES AVAILABLE ON BOOKING CALENDAR:
29 JANUARY 2021 | 26 FEBRUARY | 26 MARCH 2021
START TIME: 09:30 AM
This training will provide attendees with the knowledge and skills required to provide emergency support to people living with epilepsy in their care. We recommend that participants attend the Epilepsy Awareness Training prior to this course.
Course Content
Prolonged and cluster seizures
Status epilepticus
Epilepsy risk assessment and management
Rescue/emergency medication – Rectal Diazepam and Buccal Midazolam
Safe administration of rescue medication
Epilepsy first aid
Personalised care planning
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the training session, participants will:
Be able to recognise epilepsy emergency situations
Possess the right knowledge and skills to respond appropriately during these situations
Be able to safely administer prescribed rescue medication, e.g Rectal Diazepam or Buccal Midazolam
Know when to escalate the situation by calling for emergency services for more support
Know how to record events accurately and create personalised care plans to meet the needs of the person.
Duration: 2 hours
Price:
Individual Virtual Training: £35 per person | BOOK NOW
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DATES AVAILABLE ON BOOKING CALENDAR:
23 JANUARY 2021 | 20 FEBRUARY 2021 | 20 MARCH 2021
START TIME: 09:30 AM
The Epilepsy Training Bundle is a full day training that combines content from the Epilepsy Awareness Training and Epilepsy Rescue Medication Training.
Duration: Full day
Price:
Individual Virtual Training: £75 per person | BOOK NOW
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For available dates: Please contact us
The Epilepsy Training Bundle is a full day training that combines content from the Epilepsy Awareness Training and Epilepsy Rescue Medication Training.
Duration: Full day
Price:
Individual bookings: BOOK NOW
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DATES AVAILABLE ON CALENDAR
11 DECEMBER 2020 | 08 JANUARY 2021 | 12 FEBRUARY 2021 | 12 MARCH 2021
START TIME: 09:30 AM
This training will increase participants’ awareness and understanding of what it means to have a learning disability and how to identify and meet the needs of children or adults with learning disabilities under their care.
Course Content:
Definition of learning disability
Diagnosis criteria
Causes and prevalence
Common physical and mental health co-morbidities
Related communication issues
Diagnostic overshadowing
Challenging behaviours and learning disability
Risk assessment and personalised care planning
Annual health check and health action plan
Mental Capacity Assessment (MCA)
Deprivation of Liberty safeguards (DOLs)
Hospital passport
STOMP initiative
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the training session, participants will:
Have a better awareness and understanding of what it means to have a learning disability
Be able to high-quality support to people with learning disabilities.
Understand relevant laws and legislation e.g MCA and DOLs, in the provision of care to people with learning disabilities
Be equipped with practical strategies to meet the behavioural needs of people with learning disabilities
Be able to support people with learning disabilities to attend healthcare appointments required to meet their health needs
Be able to complete detailed risk assessments and create personalised care plans to meet identified needs.
Duration: 3 hours
Price:
Individual Virtual Training: £50 per person | BOOK NOW
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This training will increase participants’ awareness and understanding of what it means to have a learning disability and how to identify and meet the needs of children or adults with learning disabilities under their care.
Course Content:
Definition of learning disability
Diagnosis criteria
Causes and prevalence
Common physical and mental health co-morbidities
Related communication issues
Diagnostic overshadowing
Challenging behaviours and learning disability
Risk assessment and personalised care planning
Annual health check and health action plan
Mental Capacity Assessment (MCA)
Deprivation of Liberty safeguards (DOLs)
Hospital passport
STOMP initiative
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the training session, participants will:
Have a better awareness and understanding of what it means to have a learning disability
Be able to high-quality support to people with learning disabilities.
Understand relevant laws and legislation e.g MCA and DOLs, in the provision of care to people with learning disabilities
Be equipped with practical strategies to meet the behavioural needs of people with learning disabilities
Be able to support people with learning disabilities to attend healthcare appointments required to meet their health needs
Be able to complete detailed risk assessments and create personalised care plans to meet identified needs.
Duration: 3 hours
Price:
Individual Virtual Training: BOOK NOW
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DATES AVAILABLE ON CALENDAR:
19 FEBRUARY 2021 | 19 MARCH 2021
START TIME: 02:00 PM
This course will provide staff caring for people with autism with the specialist knowledge and skills required to assess and meet the needs of people with autism in their service.
Course Content:
Definition and features of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Differentiating facts and myths associated with autism
Clinical features and behavioural challenges of people with autism
Physical health co-morbidities in people with autism
Mental health co-morbidities in people with autism
How to support people with autism
Mental Capacity Act and Best Interest
Reviewing behaviour using evidenced based tools
How to create a person-centred care plan for people with autism
Medication and possible side effects
STOMP national initiative
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the training, participants will:
Have better awareness and understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorders
Be able to confidently support people with autism with their daily needs.
Understand relevant laws and legislation e.g MCA and DOLs, in the provision of care to people with autism
Be equipped with practical strategies to meet the behavioural needs of people with autism
Be able to support people with autism to health appointments to meet their physical and health needs.
Be able to complete detailed risk assessments and create personalised care plans to meet identified needs.
Duration: 3 hours
Price:
Individual Virtual Training: £50 per person | BOOK NOW
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This course will provide staff caring for people with autism with the specialist knowledge and skills required to assess and meet the needs of people with autism in their service.
Course Content:
Definition and features of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Differentiating facts and myths associated with autism
Clinical features and behavioural challenges of people with autism
Physical health co-morbidities in people with autism
Mental health co-morbidities in people with autism
How to support people with autism
Mental Capacity Act and Best Interest
Reviewing behaviour using evidenced based tools
How to create a person-centred care plan for people with autism
Medication and possible side effects
STOMP national initiative
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the training, participants will:
Have better awareness and understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorders
Be able to confidently support people with autism with their daily needs.
Understand relevant laws and legislation e.g MCA and DOLs, in the provision of care to people with autism
Be equipped with practical strategies to meet the behavioural needs of people with autism
Be able to support people with autism to health appointments to meet their physical and health needs.
Be able to complete detailed risk assessments and create personalised care plans to meet identified needs.
Duration: 3 hours
Price:
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This training will equip staff providing daily care to people with dementia with much needed awareness, knowledge and skills to ensure service users are treated with dignity and empathy.
Course Content:
What is dementia?
Types of dementia
Impact of dementia on the brain
Causes of dementia
Common symptoms of dementia
Assessment and treatment of dementia
Dementia and special groups: learning disabilities
Communication and behavioural features of dementia
Risk assessment and management
Personalised care plans
Family support and other support networks
Mental Capacity Act and Best Interest decisions
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the training, participants will:
Have a better understanding of dementia diagnosis
Be able to identify common signs and symptoms to watch out for in relation to dementia
Understand the concept of capacity and Best Interest decisions
Know how to communicate with someone with dementia
Know how to manage behaviours that might be challenging to manage
Know how to assess risks and complete personalised management plans
Duration: 3 hours
Price:
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DATES AVAILABLE ON CALENDAR:
18 DECEMBER 2020 | 15 JANUARY 2021 | 19 FEBRUARY 2021 | 19 MARCH 2021
START TIME: 09:30 AM
This training will equip staff providing daily care to people with dementia with much needed awareness, knowledge and skills to ensure service users are treated with dignity and empathy.
Course Content:
What is dementia?
Types of dementia
Impact of dementia on the brain
Causes of dementia
Common symptoms of dementia
Assessment and treatment of dementia
Dementia and special groups: learning disabilities
Communication and behavioural features of dementia
Risk assessment and management
Personalised care plans
Family support and other support networks
Mental Capacity Act and Best Interest decisions
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the training, participants will:
Have a better understanding of dementia diagnosis
Be able to identify common signs and symptoms to watch out for in relation to dementia
Understand the concept of capacity and Best Interest decisions
Know how to communicate with someone with dementia
Know how to manage behaviours that might be challenging to manage
Know how to assess risks and complete personalised management plans
Duration: 3 hours
Price:
Individual Virtual Training: £50 per person | BOOK NOW
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DATES AVAILABLE ON CALENDAR:
11 DECEMBER 2020 | 08 JANUARY 2021 | 12 FEBRUARY 2021 | 12 MARCH 2021
START TIME: 02:00 PM
This training is perfect for staff and organisations that provide care to anyone with mental health issues either as a sole diagnosis or alongside other co-morbidities e.g learning disabilities
Course Content:
Definition of mental health
Types of mental health diagnosis
Causes of mental health
Impact of mental health diagnosis on the individual and their families
Mental health and special groups: learning disabilities
Developing mental health management plans
National STOMP initiative
Risk assessment and management
Personalised care plans
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the training, participants will:
Confidently identify the needs of those with a mental health diagnosis in their care
Be able to provide quality care to someone with a mental health diagnosis
Price:
Individual Virtual Training: £50 per person | BOOK NOW
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DATES ARE AVAILABLE ON CALENDAR
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This training is perfect for staff and organisations that provide care to anyone with mental health issues either as a sole diagnosis or alongside other co-morbidities e.g learning disabilities
Course Content:
Definition of mental health
Types of mental health diagnosis
Causes of mental health
Impact of mental health diagnosis on the individual and their families
Mental health and special groups: learning disabilities
Developing mental health management plans
National STOMP initiative
Risk assessment and management
Personalised care plans
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the training, participants will:
Confidently identify the needs of those with a mental health diagnosis in their care
Be able to provide quality care to someone with a mental health diagnosis
Price:
Individual Virtual Training: BOOK NOW
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