Mental capacity act and DoLS

This course is primarily for those who work within a health & social care setting.

Mental capacity Act and DoLS (3.5hrs)

Overview

This course is primarily for those who work within a health & social care setting. Delegates will learn about the Mental Capacity Act and how it affects the individuals in their care and themselves. How the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLS) works and how and when it is implemented.

Aims of this course

To give an understanding of the Act and who is affected
How it affects health and social care staff
Decision making for individuals
Treatment with and without consent
Role of Power of Attorney and Court-appointed Deputies
The role of the Managing Authority and Court of Protection
DOLS and how and when it can be implemented
Safeguarding of Individuals
Best Interest

Specific Course Structure & Content

What is mental capacity
Does capacity stay the same
Is it permanent or can it be temporary
Treatment under the Act
The 5 key principles
Helping individuals make decisions
Communication and understanding
Who can be a decision maker
Lasting Powers of Attorney
Court Appointed Deputies
Public Guardian and Court of Protection
Best Interests, wishes and, needs of individuals
Mental Capacity Advocates
DOLS
Group work on capacity, choice, decision making and, DOLS using real examples

There will be a questionnaire at the end of the session to ensure learner understanding

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