Epilepsy and Seizures

Resources

Relevant health support forms for students with epilepsy

• Student Health Support Plan (DOCX) — filled out by schools and outlines the schools role in supporting the student’s health needs (including epilepsy)
• Medication Authority Form (DOCX) — for a student who requires regular (non-emergency) medication(s) to be administered at school and ensure a log is kept of any medicine administered
• Epilepsy Management Plan — signed by the treating doctor and provided to the school by the student’s parents/carers
• Emergency Medication Management Plan (if required) — signed by a doctor and provided by the student’s parents/carers

External resources

The Epilepsy Foundation offers resources to support schools, including:

• the Epilepsy Smart School Program
• staff training
• factsheets and guides to support student learning and participation.