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Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)


This course is elearning and available through the Care Academy. It is designed to help you to learn about the Mental Capacity Act 2005, the 5 key principles, to be aware of how the Act works, and to put this into practice in your role. If you are undertaking a level 2 or 3 health and social care diploma, your learning from this course can help you to evidence the criteria for your qualification.

Who the course is for

This course is for all health and social care staff. 

Learning method

The course is an elearning course consisting of seven modules. You must complete all sections to complete the assessment at the end of the course. It will take you approximately 60 minutes to complete.  

What you will learn

The course will help you understand:

  • the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the Code of Practice
  • the 5 key principles of the Act
  • how capacity is assessed and what's involved
  • how capacity can fluctuate
  • how capacity is protected lawfully
  • advanced decision and care planning
  • safeguards to protect the lack of capacity

Course benefits

  • By completing this course, you will gain knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005, and how you can put this into practice in your role.
  • Your learning from this course can help you to evidence the criteria if you are undertaking a level 2 or 3 health and social care diploma.
  • This course is delivered via elearning and which can be completed at a convenient time for the learner.  

How to book

To book this course, please complete the The Mental Capacity Act & DoLS Form.

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