What Will You Learn?

Be aware of their legal responsibilities under the Mental Capacity Act and the implications for their practice.

Understand the principles of the Mental Capacity Act and how to apply them in everyday practice.

Be able to use a framework for supporting and involving people in decision-making.

Recognise how provisions in the Act and Code of Practice help to keep people safe.

Understand how the Mental Capacity Act supports human rights.

Explore how human rights principles inform good practice in supporting individuals to make decisions.

Improve their knowledge and understanding of best practices for providing care and support.