Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Training Course
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For quantities of 10–19, the price is £12.00 per course; for 20–29, it’s £11.50 per course; for 30–49, it’s £10.50 per course, and for orders of 50 or more, even bigger discounts are available. Please note: one course purchase = one learner licence.
Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Overview
Our Mental Capacity Act and DoLS training course is a CPD Certified e-Learning programme designed to provide a thorough understanding of the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) within the health and social care sector. This course will give you an understanding of the five principles of the Mental Capacity Act and how they can be applied within your practice. It will also provide you with insight into how the two-stage test is used to determine an individual’s capacity and how to support individuals with a permanent or short-term lack of capacity.
Finally, you will learn how to support individuals in making informed decisions and how best-interest decisions are made on their behalf if they lack the capacity to make them independently. The course is divided into three comprehensive units, which can be undertaken in any order to provide flexibility for the learner. Each unit is designed to cover key aspects of the MCA and DoLS, ensuring a well-rounded understanding of the principles, legislation, and practical applications involved. The interactive format includes engaging learning materials such as videos, activities, and real-life scenarios to enhance understanding and retention.
Finally, you will learn how to support individuals in making informed decisions and how best-interest decisions are made on their behalf if they lack the capacity to make them independently. The course is divided into three comprehensive units, which can be undertaken in any order to provide flexibility for the learner. Each unit is designed to cover key aspects of the MCA and DoLS, ensuring a well-rounded understanding of the principles, legislation, and practical applications involved. The interactive format includes engaging learning materials such as videos, activities, and real-life scenarios to enhance understanding and retention.
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Learning Outcomes
- To gain an understanding of what is meant by Capacity
- To gain an understanding of the Mental Capacity Act & DoLS
- To gain an understanding of how best to support an Individual to make decisions
Training Units
What is Mental Capacity?
5mThis introductory unit defines mental capacity and explains its dynamic nature, focusing on:
- The Concept of Mental Capacity and its Importance
- Differences Between Permanent and Temporary Lack of Capacity
- The Role of Informed Decisions in Determining Capacity
The Legislation
25mThis unit provides a detailed overview of the Mental Capacity Act and DoLS, covering:
- The Five Core Principles of the Mental Capacity Act
- Understanding Deprivation of Liberty and its Implications
- The Purpose of DoLS and How Authorisations are Granted
- Application Processes and Authorisation Procedures for DoLS
Supporting an Individual
15mLearners will explore practical approaches to supporting individuals in decision-making, including:
- Assessing Capacity and Understanding Tests of Capacity
- Supporting Decision-Making and Making Best Interest Decisions
- Guidance on Best Interest Meetings and Advance Decisions
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