This theory course presents the Mental Capacity Act 2005 in a format that is both easy to digest and apply to the work environment. It will benefit all employees who work within the Health and Social Care sector. It will also benefit those who require this knowledge as part of their induction or as part of their company’s mandatory training programme. Successful completion of the training will enable learners to understand the implications and importance of mental capacity and how to apply the principles of this very important act within their work environment. This course is particularly beneficial when combined with our Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards course.

1. Mental Capacity Act 2005
(MCA)
Course Description:
This theory course presents the Mental Capacity Act 2005 in a format that is both easy to
digest and apply to the work environment. It will benefit all employees who work within
the Health and Social Care sector. It will also benefit those who require this knowledge as
part of their induction or as part of their company’s mandatory training programme.
Successful completion of the training will enable learners to understand the implications
and importance of mental capacity and how to apply the principles of this very important
act within their work environment. This course is particularly beneficial when combined
with our Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards course.
Course Outline:
Introduction to Mental Capacity Act (2005)
What is Mental Capacity / Reasons for implementation/ Who is affected / 5 key principles of
the act / Other considerations
Defining Capacity
Test of capacity / Assessing capacity / Best interests / Differing capacity scenarios /
Safeguards / Communication
Decisions About Mental Capacity
Who should assess / Who to involve / Other factors that affect capacity / When capacity
should be reviewed / Professional involvement / Record keeping
Additional Information
Working with decisions / Care plans / Advance care planning / Advance statements / Living
wills/LPA
Course Duration:
3hrs
Assessment:
The learners will be expected to take part in group work as well as question and answer
sessions and the trainer will carry out an on-going assessment during the course
Certification:
All delegates will receive a certificate of attendance
Location:
The course can be delivered at locations to suit the client or at one of our training venues
Maximum number of delegates per trainer is 15
Telephone: 0845 468 0870
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Email: caretraining@pathwaygroup.co.uk