• Course overview



    Eligibility: This course is open to anyone working in social care.

    This comprehensive course equips practitioners with the knowledge and skills to apply the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) statutory requirements, principles, legislation, and case law in their practice. Participants will gain confidence in assessing and recording Mental Capacity Assessments and making Best Interest decisions, including understanding the roles of Attorneys, Deputies, and Advanced Decisions, as well as the role of the Independent Mental Health Advocate. Participants will learn to apply MCA principles, assess and record Mental Capacity Assessments accurately, and make informed Best Interest decisions. The course covers the role of the Independent Mental Health Advocate, executive function, fluctuating capacity, and balancing unwise decisions with safeguarding duties. Additionally, participants will identify when Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) applies and when to apply to the Court of Protection for authorising a Deprivation of Liberty.

    By the end of this course, practitioners will be well-equipped to navigate the complexities of the MCA, ensuring high-quality, legally compliant support for those they serve.

    Learning outcomes

    As a result of this course, you will have knowledge and skills in the following areas:

    • Understand your duties under the Mental Capacity and Safeguarding legislation, policy and guidance.
    • Apply the MCA Statutory Principles when completing and recording MCA and Best Interest Decisions.
    • Gain increased knowledge of executive functioning, fluctuating capacity, and the ‘causative nexus’.
    • Understand the role of the Court of Protection, and know when to seek legal advice.
    • Be able to identify a Deprivation of Liberty and apply this in practice.

    Charges

    The charge for this course or event is £230.00. However, if your organisation contributes to the safeguarding board, or you are internal social care staff you will be entitled to a fully funded place. Fully funded places may be subject to a non-attendance or late cancellation fee.

    When you sign up you'll be able to book your place. For those bookings that are not fully funded, we will contact you to arrange payment until we are ready to accept online payments.

    Please refer to our terms and conditions for more information.

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    Course activities to complete

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