For individuals living with epilepsy, navigating the job market can be challenging due to the misconceptions and stigma surrounding the condition. However, it is crucial to remember that having epilepsy does not define a person’s abilities or potential.

Most people with epilepsy can control their seizures through effective anti-seizure medicines, and lead full and active lives. People with epilepsy can also perform the vast majority of jobs, although career choice will require individual assessment and consideration of seizure pattern, frequency and relevant safety issues. Local laws may also limit career choices for people with epilepsy e.g. driving bans. You can read our earlier modules of finding the most suitable job.

Self-promotion is a vital skill that can empower individuals with epilepsy to overcome barriers and find suitable job opportunities.

In this module we will take a look at how people with epilepsy can self-promote during the job search or job interview, as well as in the workplace – ensuring that they are well placed to find and retain meaningful employment.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the significance of self-promotion during the job search/job interview, and in the workplace.
• Learn strategies for combating stigma and misconceptions related to epilepsy during the job search/job interview, and in the workplace.  
• Understand the concept of personal branding and its relevance to individuals with epilepsy.
• Understand the concept of impression management and its relevance to individuals with epilepsy.