AD 21/018

Event Type(s)

Webinar

Event Description

This is a 1.5-hour complementary structured webinar discussion. This skype webinar discussion is suitable for new staff who have limited training / learning with regards to the Mental Capacity Act 2005

There is an expectation that individuals will complete Introduction to Mental Capacity Act e-learning course on the Learning and Development Gateway prior to attending.

The Mental Capacity Act e-learning will assist you in learning how to support people to make decisions, aid you in identifying when a mental capacity assessment is required and how to carry one out appropriately. You will also briefly explore how 'Best Interests' decisions are made and learn your responsibilities in relation to the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards.

Training Objectives

The aim of the structured webinar discussion offers people to opportunity to ask questions and clarify their responsibility and duties relating to the Mental Capacity Act guidance and legislation.

Learning Outcomes

If you apply what you have learnt in this online learning module you will be able to;

Know what is meant by mental capacity.

Explain the five key principles of the Mental Capacity Act.

State the two steps of a Mental Capacity Assessment.

Define what is meant by 'Best Interests'.

Summarise the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards.

Course Pre-Requisites

Prior to attending this online webinar, you must complete Introduction to Mental Capacity Act e-learning course on the Learning and Development Gateway.

Subject Areas

Care Management / Health Care / Mental Health Care / Safeguarding

Target Audience

Trainers

Course Owner

Learning and Development Admin (learninganddevelopment@westsussex.gov.uk)

Course Costs

Internal LA Cost: £0

PVI/Care Provider Cost: £0

Partnership Cost: £35

Early Years Subscriber Cost: £50

External Cost: £50