Education

Conferences

The Epilepsy Foundation of Northern California provides education service programs for individuals and their families, health and public safety officials, schools, and other professionals.   

We partner with local epilepsy treatment centers to offer conferences for physicians, health care professionals, and families affected by epilepsy.  See the Events section of our website or call (800) 632-3532 for information about upcoming conferences.

Educational Workshops

The Epilepsy Foundation of Northern California has a team of trained educators that are available for a variety of educational workshops, including:

Seizure Recognition and First Aid Training

Group discussion and a multi-media presentation about the different types of seizures and effective response to a person having a seizure geared toward health and public safety officials, school staff, and other professionals. 

Kids on the Block Program

A puppet show and group discussion about epilepsy and appreciation of the differences among people geared toward elementary school children.

Helping Other People with Epilepsy (H.O.P.E.) Mentoring Program

Sponsored by:  UCB, Inc.

Discussion and a video about a range of epilepsy-related topics including the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of epilepsy, the psychosocial impact of epilepsy, patient advocacy, and self-management geared towards patients and their families as well as the community at large.

Take Another Look Program

Discussion and a video about seizure recognition and management geared toward law enforcement personnel.

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Workshops generally average one hour but can be tailored to meet your needs. The training is free of charge, although donations are accepted.

To schedule a workshop or for more information, please call Stephanie Eistetter, Manager of Programs and Services at (800) 632-3532 or email stephaniee@epilepsynorcal.org