Introduction to Mental Capacity Act (MCA) training course

Our introductory course provides an overview of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 (MCA) for frontline staff in care, health and related services.

Course content

Explore the Mental Capacity Act with this expert-led, CPD-accredited training course.

Content includes:

the importance of the MCA and who it helps
the five core principles
how to assess capacity to make decisions
ways to make decisions in a person’s best interests
how to help people plan for the future
DoLS (Deprivations of Liberty Safeguards) - now and in the future.

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Learning outcomes

Attendees will gain awareness and understanding of the legal responsibilities and principles of the Mental Capacity Act. They will:

know how to apply MCA principles in their everyday work
reflect on how best to provide care and support to people
establish a framework for supporting and involving people in making decisions
recognise how the MCA and Code of Practice keeps people safe
understand how it supports human rights and helps decision making.

Who should attend?

Front-line staff and team leaders in care, health and related services.

Duration

Mental Capacity Act – An introduction course is delivered over one day.

CPD accreditation

CPD Standards Office accredited course ref no 60036/17

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This is a sample training course outline. It is based on approximately 25 delegates, trained at your premises. It can be adapted to your organisation’s training and CPD requirements.

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We occasionally deliver this training course as a one day open access classroom course on selected dates. These courses are designed for individuals or small groups to attend.

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