Description
Mental Capacity Act & Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLS) – Online Course
📜 CPD Approved | Duration: Approx. 75 minutes
Course Overview
Understanding and applying the Mental Capacity Act 2005 (MCA) and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLS) is essential for anyone working in health and social care. These laws are designed to protect individuals who may lack the capacity to make decisions about their care and treatment.
This CPD-certified course provides a detailed look at the key principles of the Mental Capacity Act, including how to assess capacity, apply best interest decisions, and implement safeguards to ensure individuals are treated with dignity, fairness, and respect. It also introduces the DOLS framework, which protects those who may be deprived of their liberty for necessary care in hospitals or care homes.
Who Should Take This Course?
✅ Care assistants and support workers
✅ Nurses and social workers
✅ Healthcare professionals and managers
✅ Residential and nursing home staff
✅ Anyone responsible for supporting individuals who may lack capacity
What You’ll Learn
✔ The five key principles of the Mental Capacity Act
✔ How to assess mental capacity and record decisions
✔ Understanding best interest decisions
✔ What constitutes a deprivation of liberty
✔ The role of IMCAs (Independent Mental Capacity Advocates)
✔ Procedures and legal responsibilities under DOLS
✔ How to ensure compliance and safeguard rights
Course Modules
| Module | Title | Pass Mark |
| 1 | Introduction | 70% |
| 2 | What is the Mental Capacity Act? | 70% |
| 3 | Assessing Capacity | 70% |
| 4 | The Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLS) | 70% |
🎓 CPD Certified Certificate issued upon successful completion
🔁 Unlimited test attempts until you pass
Key Benefits
- 📘 Build confidence in applying MCA and DOLS in daily practice
- ⚖️ Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards
- 🧠 Promote fair, person-centred decision making
- 💼 Suitable for care home, hospital, and domiciliary care settings
- ⏱ Flexible, self-paced learning available 24/7
System Requirements
- Browser: Latest version of Chrome, Firefox, Edge or Safari
- Video: Updated video drivers
- Memory: 1GB+ RAM
- Internet: Broadband connection (3Mb+)
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