Adults with Incapacity

Adults with Incapacity

Mandatory

Who is this course aimed at?

This course is aimed at anyone caring for those who lack capacity to make decisions

Course Aims

To apply the Adults with Incapacity Act into the care you provide to those with a mental health condition or those living with Dementia

Learning Outcomes

  • Be aware of the key facts and statistics surrounding mental capacity
  • Know what the Adults with Incapacity Act is, why it’s important and who it affects
  • Know how to identify someone with a lack of capacity
  • Be aware of the key legislations surrounding mental capacity
  • Know the boundaries involved when caring for someone with a lack of capacity
  • Recognise how to help individuals make informed choices
  • How to risk assess a person’s choices
  • Know the 5 key principles of the AWI Act
  • Know how and when to assess capacity
  • Recognise your responsibility when caring for those lacking capacity

Course available as

E-Learning
Course Length: 25 Mins

Face to Face
Course Length: 3 Hours

Contact Us

For more information, or to book any of our courses, please contact us on 01706 375578