Name: Diploma in Mental Health Care – MCA & DOLS Level 4
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Diploma in Mental Health Care – MCA & DOLS at QLS Level 4 Course teaches you everything on the topic thoroughly from scratch so you can achieve a professional certificate for free to showcase your achievement in professional life. This Diploma in Mental Health Care – MCA & DOLS at QLS Level 4 Course is a comprehensive, instructor-guided course, designed to provide a detailed understanding of the nature of the related sector and your key roles within it.

To become successful in your profession, you must have a specific set of skills to succeed in today’s competitive world. In this in-depth training course, you will develop the most in-demand skills to kickstart your career, as well as upgrade your existing knowledge & skills.

The training materials of this course are available online for you to learn at your own pace and fast-track your career with ease.

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Who should take the course

Anyone with a knack for learning new skills can take this Diploma in Mental Health Care – MCA & DOLS at QLS Level 4. While this comprehensive training is popular for preparing people for job opportunities in the relevant fields, it also helps to advance your career for promotions.

Certification

After completing this QLS course, learners can order an endorsed certificate to prove their achievement. The Quality Licence Scheme approves this certificate of achievement. You can have endorsed certificates delivered to your home via post for just £79.

Also, once you’ve completed your course, you will immediately be sent a CPD Accredited FREE Digital Certificate. You can have your FREE printed CPD Accredited Certificate delivered by post (shipping costs £3.99).

Endorsement

The Quality Licence Scheme has endorsed this course for its excellent non-regulated provision and training programs. However, it is not an accredited qualification and is not regulated by Ofqual. If you require further recognition, such as progression into higher education, your training provider can offer advice. You may also refer to the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website for more information.

Course Curriculum

Module 01: The Mental Capacity Act

In module one, we will take an in-depth look at the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and its key FIVE principles, as well as the code of practice for the MCA.

Module 02: Assessment of Mental Capacity

In module two, we will explore the process for assessing capacity, with step-by-step guidance on how to challenge the result of an assessment of capacity.

Module 03: Best Interest Decision Making

In module three, we will familiarise with the best interest decision-making guide and common disputes regarding best interest. It covers the Balance sheet principle, Least Restrictive Principle and factors that need to be taken into consideration.

Module 04: Advocacy and Advance Planning

In module four, we will learn what happens when treatment is refused and what powers the Lasting Powers of Attorney have. It also explores the role of the Independent Mental Capacity Advocate.

Module 05: Providing Care or Treatment to People Who Lack Capacity

In module five, we will take a look at safeguarding procedures in mental health care and ways to protect people from neglect who lack the capacity to make decisions on their treatment.

Module 06: Confidentiality and Record-Keeping

In module six, we will learn about confidentiality and record-keeping best practice in mental health care, and how to protect the privacy of patients who lack mental capacity.

Module 07: Public Bodies and Services Created by MCA Act 2005

In module seven, we will gain an in-depth understanding of the Court of Protection and Deputies, covering key topics such as Mental Capacity tribunals, The Public Guardian, and Mediation.

Module 08: Interface with Legislation, Policy and Procedures

In module eight, we will explore the different legislation regarding MCA, including The MCA and Human Tissue Act 2004, and The MCA and Assessment Processes Across Health and Social Care.

Module 09: Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards

In module nine, we will familiarise with the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) Procedure and best interest principles. It covers responsibility for applying the safeguards and how to know when an application should be made.

Module 10: Authorised Deprivation

In module ten, we will learn about the authorisation of deprivation of liberty, with essential information on timescale of assessment, right to advocacy, and temporary changes in mental capacity.

Module 11: Legal Background to DOLS

In module eleven, we will explore codes of practice in mental health care, with step-by-step training in safeguarding from abuse and neglect. It also covers the role of regulatory bodies and Coroner duties.

Module 12: The Mental Capacity Act (2005) and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards During a Pandemic

In module twelve, we will explore the use of MCA and DoLS in a pandemic, including essential information on COVID-19. It covers fundamental topics such as delivering life-saving treatment, hospitals and care homes, and emergency public health powers.

Module 13: Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS)

In module thirteen, we will deepen our knowledge of the Liberty Protection Safeguards and how they differ to the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards. It covers duration of the authorisation, conditions and renewals, and rights of legal challenge.