Mental Capacity Act (MCA) & Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)

Overview

This course has been designed to increase the theoretical knowledge of health and social care professionals on the up to date legal framework, code of practice and human rights that covers the patients’ capacity to make decisions, protection of their cognitive decision making process, and understanding the principles of proper care towards these vulnerable patients and clients.

Who is Mental Capacity Act (MCA) & Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) aimed at?

Adult Social Care Staff

Course Length

1 day

Learning Outcomes

On conclusion of the course, participants will be able to:

• Explain the functions of the Mental Capacity Act
• Describe the groups that will be affected by the legislation
• Explain the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
• Understand the impact of the implementation of the Liberty Protection Safeguards (when the time comes)