Mental Capacity Act 2005 - Specialist Case Studies

In addition to the basic course covering the Mental Capacity Act, we have developed a set of specialist units specifically for practitioners working in the following settings:

• Acute Hospitals
• Mental Health
• Residential
• Community and Primary Care

The units are a useful standalone resource but are best studied in conjunction with the main course.

Each unit contains several case studies which illustrate important questions faced by practitioners and decision-makers as a result of the provisions of the new Act. They help to clarify the legal position of the presenting individuals, their family, carers and key personnel directly involved in their care. Issues such as the new criminal offences of ill-treatment and willful neglect are considered in detail.