Overview

In this course, you will gain comprehensive knowledge of the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguard and the Mental Capacity Act 2005, with a detailed overview of how to provide adequate support to those who are unable to make decisions for themselves. You will explore human rights law, your duty of care, the rights of mental health carers, and much more.

This practical training course provides in-depth case studies and audio-visual exercises that are designed to provide you with the essential safeguarding skills required to work in the field of mental health.

Learning Objective

• Gain an understanding of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
• Demonstrate knowledge of how to measure mental capacity and what is included in the assessment
• Learn about the principles of MCA that underpin a carer’s legal requirements
• Broaden your understanding of end-of-life care coordination and record-keeping
• Be aware of the wide range of reasons for having a lack of mental capacity
• Understand the role and responsibilities of a health care representative
• Learn how poor mental health can impact the decision-making processes
• Gain an in-depth understanding of the key rights of mental health carers
• Familiarise with the relevant statutory standards and codes of practice for care roles

Who is This Course for?

This diploma in Mental Health Care is ideal for health and care professionals who want to gain an in-depth understanding of providing support to individuals who lack mental capacity. There are no specific entry requirements for the course which can be studied part-time or full-time. Our online courses are specially designed for distance learning, offering flexible virtual classroom modules that you can study at your own convenience.

Entry Requirement

• This course is available to all learners, of all academic backgrounds.
• Learners should be aged 16 or over to undertake the course.
• Good understanding of English language, numeracy and ICT are required to attend this course.

CPD Certificate from Course Gate

At the successful completion of the course, you can obtain your CPD certificate from us. You can order the PDF certificate for £9 and the hard copy for £15. Also, you can order both PDF and hardcopy certificates for £22.

Career path

On successful completion, learners will be fully equipped with the practical skills and knowledge to safeguard the liberty of vulnerable individuals and support the needs of those who may lack capacity. This course is ideal for those who work in the following professions:

• DOLS Coordinator
• Adult Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP)
• Adult Safeguarding Advisor
• Deputy Lead Nurse Mental Health
• Independent Mental Capacity Advocate