Aim: To understand the definition of mental capacity and how it plays a vital part within a Health and Social care setting.
Objectives:
By successfully completing this course you will be able to:
- Explain the definition of ‘mental capacity’
- Identify at least 5 different causes of lack of mental capacity and the effects on a day-to-day basis
- Identify and list all five statutory principles
- Explain the process of assessing a person who lacks mental capacity
- Explain the decision process and why working in an individual’s best interest is vital
- Describe the powers and bodies that support the mental capacity act
- Describe the importance of code of practice
- Explain the intentions of the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards and be familiar with restraints and restrictive practices
Introduction
Welcome to the Halo Staffing eLearning course on the Mental Capacity Act (MCA). In this course, we will guide you through the different elements of the Mental Health Capacity Act, and help you to understand why it is relevant in your role.
Firstly, we will cover the definition of mental capacity, and common causes that lead to a lack of mental capacity in an individual.
The next section will cover the five statutory principles of the Mental Capacity Act, in detail, for you to revise and understand.
After that, we will cover the two-stage process that is used to assess a person for lack of capacity. This section will also explain how to deliver the most appropriate care if an individual is deemed to have a lack of capacity, and what decisions can be supported or made on behalf of individuals.
Next, we will list the different roles, bodies, and powers that support the Mental Capacity Act, elaborating on how they do this effectively and efficiently.
The final section will provide information on the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards, detailing the intentions of the safeguards, and situations where restraints or restrictions may need to be implemented.
