Mental Capacity Act

Fairway Training

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In Greater Manchester, Birmingham, South West and another venue.

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  • Class hours

    4h

Course Contents:The Mental Capacity Act Defining Capacity. When did it come into effectwhy is capacity needed? Who will be affected?Who needs to be involved? Makes it clear who can make decisionsTests to assess capacityWhat is Capacity Ability to make a decision Do they understand a decision that needs to be made?Can they retain information?Can they communicate? Also includesProof of lack of capacityWhat is the test of capacity. Examples of impairment disturbanceInability to make a decision. Inability to communicate a decision in any wayWhat ot.. Suitable for: This is a theory based course for all health and social care workers, students will need to participate in group work and discussions. The course is delivered over 3 hours for a brief overview of the Mental capacity Act, it is recommended that students also attend a Deprivation of Liberty Safeguard course to give them up to date knowledge and understanding of both parts to assist in the best delivery of care services.

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Birmingham (West Midlands)
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Fairway Training Centre, Suites 1 & 2, 4 Mitre Court, Lichfield Road, Sutton Coldfield, B74 2LZ

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City Of London (London)
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Greater Manchester
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South West (Devon)
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Mental Capacity Act

This is a theory based course for all health and social care workers, students will need to participate in group work and discussions.

The course is delivered over 3 hours for a brief overview of the Mental capacity Act, it is recommended that students also attend a Deprivation of Liberty Safeguard course to give them up to date knowledge and understanding of both parts to assist in the best delivery of care services.

Course Contents:

The Mental Capacity Act

When did it come into effect

Who will be affected?

Makes it clear who can make decisions

Defining Capacity

why is capacity needed?

Who needs to be involved?

Tests to assess capacity

What is Capacity

Ability to make a decision

Do they understand a decision that needs to be made?

Can they retain information?

Can they communicate?

Also includes

Proof of lack of capacity

What is the test of capacity

Examples of impairment disturbance

Inability to make a decision

Inability to communicate a decision in any way

What others issues may affect a decision

Fluctuating or temporary Capacity

When should it be reviewed

Who should assess

Best interests

Protection from liability

Working with a care plan

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