The Mental Capacity Act
Course Description:
Recognise the role the Mental Capacity Act plays in your work and the importance of assessing capacity in those you care for.
Learning Outcomes:
After completing this course, participants should be able to:
-
Define what is meant by mental capacity
-
List the five main principles of the Mental Capacity Act
-
Describe who assesses capacity, when and how
Who is this course appropriate for:
This course is appropriate for all staff who provide support for individuals in residential or home care.
Continuing Professional Development Hours:
Up to 8 hours can be earned completing this course.
You can earn 1 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hour by completing the video and assessment questions. If you wish to extend your learning and earn up to an additional 7 CPD hours, you may download the extension exercise which is attached to this course.
View the trailer below to preview the course:
