This one-day course for medical and nursing professionals covers the philosophical and legal underpinnings of the Mental Capacity Act (MCA), latest research in mental capacity, and core skills required for capacity-related decision-making.
The role of Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) will also be covered, a core part of practice in hospital and community settings.
Learning objectives Toggle accordion| Describe the philosophical underpinnings of mental capacity and decision-making | Describe the role of the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards legislation, and identify when they apply |
| Make a capacity assessment in accordance with the Act | Formulate an action plan following capacity assessment in accordance with the principles of the Act |
At Maudsley Learning, we’re experts in providing mental health training for both healthcare and non-healthcare staff. We’re closely aligned with King’s College London and are part of the South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM), meaning our staff have extensive knowledge of mental health related topics.
Whether you’re looking to complete training as part of your CPD, or simply want to learn more, this Mental Capacity Act training will help you to deepen your knowledge of the topic. If you’re a healthcare organisation looking to upskill your team, you can contact us at maudsleylearning@slam.nhs.uk or 0330 808 9391 to commission a bespoke course, which is tailored to your individual needs.