What Jobs Can I Do With Epilepsy? Finding a job is difficult as it is, but if you’re disabled, it can be even more challenging. Employers want to know what your limitations are, and they also have to pass on the cost of any additional benefits like health insurance or a higher salary to their customers. But, if you do have epilepsy, there are certain jobs you’ll probably be suited for.
If you have epilepsy, you may have some questions about what jobs you can do.
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that causes seizures. Seizures can be mild, like a brief lapse in awareness or convulsions, or severe and life-threatening. However, they can be managed with medication and other treatments.
Generally speaking, the most jobs that people with epilepsy can do are those in which they are not required to drive vehicles or work with heavy machinery. However, there are many jobs that you may be able to do safely with your condition.
For example:
- Accountant
- Administrative assistant
- Librarian
- Nurse
- Pharmacist
What jobs can i do with epilepsy
Introduction
Whether you are looking for a job or changing your career, there are many different types of jobs you can do with epilepsy. There are no restrictions on which jobs people with epilepsy can do in the UK. However, you may need to make sure that:
any job will not interfere with your treatment and medication
the work environment is safe for you and other people
To be safe at work:
keep your medication up to date
follow any working hours restrictions from your doctor
limit alcohol intake (it can interact negatively with medication)
make sure that other people know about your epilepsy, including colleagues and managers. (It is illegal for an employer to discriminate against someone because they have epilepsy.)
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Health and care practitioner roles
The following health and care practitioner roles are available to people with epilepsy:
- Doctors, nurses, paramedics and physiotherapists provide medical care to patients.
- Occupational therapists help people to adjust their daily lives so they can remain in employment. They may also give advice on how someone’s condition affects their ability to do certain tasks or carry out a particular job.
- Speech and language therapists help people who have communication difficulties caused by a range of conditions including stroke, head injury or autism spectrum disorders (ASD). If you have epilepsy but no other disabilities then you may be able to work as a speech or language therapist without any additional support from your employer.
Personal assistant / carer
Personal assistant/carer
A good career option for people with epilepsy (and other health conditions) is to become a personal assistant or carer. This job can be rewarding, but it’s not without its challenges.
Personal assistants support their employer by organizing their schedule and helping them with daily tasks that they may struggle with because of their condition. They also organize the home and help out around the house when needed, as well as providing emotional support when needed. Carers provide physical assistance to someone who is recovering from an illness or injury – for example, helping them get dressed or cook meals – as well as emotional support such as telling jokes or playing games together to help keep spirits up during recovery periods.
Transport driver
If you are able to drive a car, and have passed a driving test, then there is no reason why you couldn’t become a transport driver. In order to do this, you will need to be able to pass an eyesight test, as well as having had your medical with the DVLA (Driving and Vehicle Licensing Agency).
Carpenter
Carpenters work with wood and other materials to build and repair structures. They perform a range of tasks, including framing, rough carpentry, finishing carpentry, installing trim and molding, flooring installation and wallboard installation. Carpenters may also perform duties such as millwork or finish carpentry in residential construction; installation of sheetrock or plasterboard walls in commercial settings; or the assembly of metal products such as machines using nuts, bolts and screws in industrial settings.
Carpenters need good problem solving skills and attention to detail. They must be able to work on their feet all day long while carrying tools they need for the job at hand – sometimes heavy tools! Carpenters often have to lift heavy materials (such as wood beams) over their heads when working overhead. In addition, carpenters may spend much time exposed to dusts produced by saws used during the fabrication process – these could be harmful if inhaled over an extended period of time!
Bricklayer / plasterer / painter
If you like working with your hands, a career in construction might be for you. You will need to be physically fit and able to work in all weathers as well as lift heavy objects. Construction can also be quite demanding on your concentration, but the trade has been known to offer an excellent standard of living.
Cook / chef
Cook / chef
You will need to be able to stand for long periods of time and lift heavy items. You also need to work in hot temperatures, and you may have to do physical labor that requires you to move quickly and often.
Teacher (secondary)
- You can work as a teacher (secondary) in the UK if you have an epilepsy diagnosis and a relevant degree.
- To become a teacher, you will need to get a teaching qualification such as the Certificate in Education (C(E)) or the Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE).
- You can find information about how to apply for these courses on the website of your local university.
- Once you’ve finished studying, there are lots of jobs available at schools, special schools and colleges across the UK.
You can work with epilepsy and find a fulfilling career.
You can work with epilepsy and find a fulfilling career. If you want to work in a particular industry, there are many different roles you can take up. There are also a wide range of different sectors that you can choose from.
Conclusion
If you are diagnosed with epilepsy, you shouldn’t feel like your future career is limited to a select few options. There are all sorts of jobs that people with epilepsy can do and find rewarding. Whether this might be working in the health and care sector or as a chef; there are many opportunities available to you.