Deprivation of Liberty and the Mental Capacity Act
This course enables participants to gain an understanding of the Mental Capacity Act and the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards and how they can affect workplace practice.
About the course
This course enables participants to gain an understanding of the Mental Capacity Act and the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards and how they can affect workplace practice.
What the course covers
- The principles of the Mental Capacity Act
- Background and understanding of D.O.L.S.
- O.L.S. assessment process
- Understanding liberty-restricting practices
- Analysing workplace scenarios
Who it’s for
Care workers, support workers, nurses and managers in care homes, domiciliary care, supported living, NHS and private mental health services, and parents and carers. Book a place for yourself or a whole group.
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