Mental Health, MCA & DoLS

[This training provides a comprehensive overview of the Mental Health Act, the Mental Capacity Act (MCA), and the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS). It is designed to enhance understanding of legal frameworks and responsibilities in supporting individuals who may lack capacity. Through case examples and interactive elements, learners will develop the knowledge and confidence to make lawful and ethical decisions in practice, ensuring rights-based, person-centred care.

2.5 Hours

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About The Course

This training provides a comprehensive overview of the Mental Health Act, the Mental Capacity Act (MCA), and the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS). It is designed to enhance understanding of legal frameworks and responsibilities in supporting individuals who may lack capacity. Through case examples and interactive elements, learners will develop the knowledge and confidence to make lawful and ethical decisions in practice, ensuring rights-based, person-centred care.

Learning Objectives

Understand the key principles and legal provisions of the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, and DoLS.

Identify situations where each Act applies and the correct processes to follow.

Recognise indicators of when a person may lack capacity and how to assess this lawfully.

Apply best interest decision-making frameworks in line with current legislation.

Understand the legal safeguards for individuals deprived of liberty and their rights to challenge decisions.

Demonstrate confident, ethical practice in complex, real-world scenarios involving mental capacity and liberty.

Course Modules

Module 1:

Introduction to the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) and DoLS

Module 2:

The Five Principles of the Mental Capacity Act

Module 3:

Assessing Mental Capacity

Module 4:

Best Interests Decision-Making

Module 5:

Advance Decisions and Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA)

Module 6:

Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)

Module 7:

The Role of Independent Mental Capacity Advocates (IMCA)

Module 8:

Restraint and Restrictions Under MCA and DoLS

Module 9:

Safeguarding Considerations

Module 10:

Legal and Ethical Responsibilities

Module 11:

Practical Application and Case Studies

Module 12:

Resources for Further Learning

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