Supporting Pupils at School with Medical Conditions

Course Title:  Supporting Pupils at School with Medical Conditions

Course length 2 Hours

Maximum number to attend, 20 – 60, up to 20 delegates per course

This course is aimed at teachers and those working in schools with the responsibility of supporting pupils with medical conditions.

Learning Outcome & Assessment Criteria

Legislation and Guidance 

Identify key pieces of legislation and guidance including:

Supporting Pupils at School with Medical Conditions

Children and Families Act 2014

Legal Responsibilities

Medicines policy

Individual health care plans

Common Medical Conditions 

Diabetes 

Hypoglycaemia / Hyperglycaemia

Blood sugar monitoring

Treatment 

What to do in an emergency

Epilepsy

Seizures

Treatment

What to do in an emergency

Asthma

Difficulty in breathing

Treatment and use of inhalers

What to do in an emergency