Uchechi Keke
Has completed Mental Capacity Act delivered by Florence academy on 28 December 2022
Learning outcomes
  • Explain what is meant by the term 'mental capacity' and how to assess it
  • Explain the background of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the five key principles underlying it
  • Explain the role of the Independent Mental Capacity Advocate (IMCA)
  • Explain why it is important to assume that someone has capacity unless there is evidence that they do not
  • Explain what is meant by consent and how it can change according to what decisions may need to be taken
  • Describe situations where an assessment of capacity might need to be undertaken and the meaning and significance of advance statements regarding future care
  • Understand what is meant by restraint including Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) and Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS)
    • About this course

    Welcome to the Florence Academy *Mental Capacity* course. This course provides an understanding of mental capacity, the Mental Capacity Act (2005) and other relevant legislation, and your responsibilities as a care professional in relation to mental capacity. This course supports meeting the CQC Fundamental Standards:

    - Person-centred care.
    - Consent.
    - Safeguarding from abuse.

    This course is CPD accredited.

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