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Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards - e-Learning CPD accredited


Care4me Training and Consultancy Ltd

Summary

Price
£22 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
1 hour · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
1 CPD hours / points
Additional info
  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
  • Tutor is available to students

Overview

The Mental Capacity Act (MCA) came into force in 2007 and was designed to strengthen the protection of vulnerable adults. This was followed by The Deprivation of Liberties Safeguards (DOLS) being implemented in 2009. This online course provides background to the MCA and its relationship to DOLS and how those working within the care sector can ensure compliance whilst carrying out their job role. Candidates will also gain an understanding of how to keep the best interests of those that they care for who may or may not be able to consent.

CPD

1 CPD hours / points
Accredited by The CPD Accreditation Group

Description

The Mental Capacity Act (MCA) came into force in 2007 and was designed to strengthen the protection of vulnerable adults. This was followed by The Deprivation of Liberties Safeguards (DOLS) being implemented in 2009. This online course provides background to the MCA and its relationship to DOLS and how those working within the care sector can ensure compliance whilst carrying out their job role. Candidates will also gain an understanding of how to keep the best interests of those that they care for who may or may not be able to consent.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Understand the key principles of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards

Define “capacity”

When to Assess

Principles of Assessment

Carer Liability

Recording Your Practice

Advance Decision

What is Deprivation of Liberty?

Deprivation of Liberty Assessment

COURSE DURATION

30 mins

Who is this course for?

Nurses and care staff

Requirements

No prior knowledge required

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