Assessing Capacity under the Mental Capacity Act
Who is it aimed at?
Social workers and social care staff based within CTLDs, Transition Team, CRTs and CMHTs. Managers and deputies employed in both local authority and independent provider services.
What are the objectives?
The training will offer the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in relation to assessing capacity under the Mental Capacity Act. It will specifically address the following:
- The principles and procedures behind the assessment of capacity
- The identification of who should assess capacity and best interests
- Two stage test for capacity
- Exploration of balance of probability
- Relevant caselaw
How will it make a difference?
This will develop staff knowledge and skills and consequently enable them to provide service users with appropriate support.
Delivery method:
Online
Duration:
1 Day
Cost:
No Charge
How to apply:
Please apply through Thinqi Sirgar.
Please note - This course is only for CCC staff.
Partners, agency staff or people who do not work for the Council but meet the eligibility criteria to attend this course should complete this application form.
If you need any assistance or have a query, please email: learninganddevelopment@carmarthenshire.gov.uk
Find out more information on how to make and manage your application if you are a council employee or visit this page if you do not directly work for us. It is important that you complete the correct online application form, if you need any assistance or have a query please email the Learning & Development Team.