Mental Capacity Act (MCA) Assessing Capacity & Best Interests

Overview

This Mental Capacity Act Training course provides an overview of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the process of Best Interest decision making under the Act.

Who is Mental Capacity Act (MCA) Assessing Capacity & Best Interests aimed at?

Social Workers

Course Length

1 Day

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course delegates 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
• Explain the role of Lasting Power of Attorneys
• Describe the function of the Court of Protection