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PRETOLA offers a range of training courses that can be tailored to meet the needs of your staff and operational context.
- 01https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e963e5_9b42893435fd48d89dcf899c3230facc~mv2.jpg 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) (https://www.pretolaghc.net/book-online) 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. BOOK NOW (https://www.pretolaghc.net/book-online) *Terms and conditions apply For more enquiries.... Contact us by email - info@pretolaghc.net (info@pretolaghc.net)or Whatsapp - +447424733059
- 02https://static.wixstatic.com/media/19aee6_73173889a0a2462491371ab8b9f9b60f~mv2.jpg 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 BOOK NOW (https://www.pretolaghc.net/book-online) *Terms and conditions apply For more enquiries.... Contact us by email - info@pretolaghc.net (info@pretolaghc.net)or Whatsapp - +447424733059
- 03https://static.wixstatic.com/media/undefined 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 NOWt(undefined)o secure your place.
- 04https://static.wixstatic.com/media/undefined 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 NOWt(https://pretolaghc.net/bookings-checkout/international-epilepsy-course-eamc)o secure your place.
- 05https://static.wixstatic.com/media/undefined 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 NOWt(undefined)o secure your place.
- 06https://static.wixstatic.com/media/undefined 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: Please conatct us | B(javascript:void(0))OOK NOW(javascript:void(0)) Contact us to book group training - Call now07424733059(tel:+447424733059)
- 07https://static.wixstatic.com/media/undefined 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(undefined) Contact us to book group training - Call now 07424733059(tel:07424733059) DATES ARE AVAILABLE ON BOOKING CALENDAR.
- 08https://static.wixstatic.com/media/undefined 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 bookings: | BOOK NOW(javascript:void(0)) • Contact us to book group training - Call us now 0742473059(tel:+447424733059) DATES ARE AVAILABLE ON BOOKING CALENDAR
- 09https://static.wixstatic.com/media/undefined 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(undefined) Contact us to book group training - Call now 07424733059(undefined) DATES ARE AVAILABLE ON BOOKING CALENDAR.
- 10https://static.wixstatic.com/media/undefined 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(undefined) Contact us to book group training - Call now 07424733059(undefined) DATES ARE AVAILABLE ON BOOKING CALENDAR
- 11https://static.wixstatic.com/media/undefined For available dates: Please contact us(javascript:void(0)) 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(javascript:void(0)) Contact us to book group training - Call us now 07424733059(tel:07424733059)
- 12https://static.wixstatic.com/media/undefined 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(undefined) Contact us to book group training - Call now 07424733059(undefined) DATES ARE AVAILABLE ON CALENDAR
- 13https://static.wixstatic.com/media/undefined 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(javascript:void(0)) Contact us to book group training - Call now 07424733059(tel:+447424733059)
- 14https://static.wixstatic.com/media/undefined 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(undefined) Contact us to book group training - Call now 07424733059(undefined) DATES ARE AVAILABLE ON CALENDAR
- 15https://static.wixstatic.com/media/undefined 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: BOOK NOW(javascript:void(0)) Contact us to book group training - Call now 07424733059(tel:+447424733059)
- 16https://static.wixstatic.com/media/undefined 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: BOOK NOW(undefined) Contact us to book group training - Call now 07424733059(undefined)
- 17https://static.wixstatic.com/media/undefined 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(undefined) Contact us to book group training - Call now 07424733059(undefined) DATES ARE AVAILABLE ON CALENDAR
- 18https://static.wixstatic.com/media/undefined 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(undefined) Contact us to book group training - Call now 07424733059(undefined) DATES ARE AVAILABLE ON CALENDAR
- 19https://static.wixstatic.com/media/undefined 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(javascript:void(0)) Contact us to book group training - Call now 07424733059(tel:+447424733059)
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