Practical Application of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 for Children's Services *
Course details
Aim: To further develop an understanding of the law around assessing Mental Capacity and outline practical skills on how to apply law
Dates: Thursday 28 November 2024
Time: 9.30am to 16.30pm
Venue:Gateshead Council's Learning Centre
Facilitators: Ann- Maria Mitchell ASSET Team manager
Booking: via Learning Hub
Course objectives
- Recap on what MCA is
- To further develop and build on practical skills in applying the principles of the MCA
- Explore the requirements on practitioners when assessing capacity
- To understand the importance of recording capacity and best interest assessments
- To consider a range of tools to support decision making with the individual
Suitable for
Intercollegiate Framework: level 3 People identified in Groups 3-5
Bournemouth University Framework: People identified in Group B2-D
Anyone with responsibilities for carrying out Mental Capacity Act assessments or requires knowledge of Mental Capacity Act Assessments for their job role
