Introduction to Mental Capacity Act

Overview

This course is designed to practice the theoretical knowledge of healthcare professionals on carrying out Mental Capacity Assessments and contributing Best Interest decision making process

Who is Introduction to Mental Capacity Act aimed at?

Adult social care staff

Course Length

a half day

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course deleates will be able to:-

• List the functions of the Mental Capacity Act
• Describe the groups that will be affected by the legislation
• Explain what is meant by the functional test