Making Lawful Decisions. Protecting Rights. Delivering Ethical Care.
Every day, care staff support individuals who may have difficulty making certain decisions. The Mental Capacity Act (MCA) exists to protect those individuals — ensuring decisions are made lawfully, ethically and in their best interests. Our Mental Capacity Act & Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) course equips care staff with the knowledge, understanding and confidence to apply the law correctly in day-to-day practice, protecting individuals’ rights while keeping them safe. This training helps staff avoid unlawful restrictions and ensures organisations meet their legal and regulatory responsibilities.
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Why Choose CareWise Training Hub?
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- Designed specifically for health and social care practice
- Focuses on real-life decision-making in care settings
- Delivered by an experienced Health & Social Care Trainer
- Aligned with UK legislation and CQC expectations
- Clear, practical and easy to apply
- Suitable for care homes, domiciliary care, supported living & healthcare services
- Ideal for induction, refresher and role-specific training
We help care providers apply the MCA correctly, confidently and consistently.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is ideal for:
Care Assistants & Support Workers
Senior Care Staff & Team Leaders
Healthcare Assistants
Supervisors and Managers
Domiciliary Care & Care Home Staff
Supported Living and Community Care Teams
Staff involved in care planning and decision-making
Suitable for any staff supporting individuals who may lack capacity.
What This Course Covers
This course provides essential understanding of the Mental Capacity Act and DoLS, including:
Understanding mental capacity and decision-making
The five key principles of the Mental Capacity Act
Assessing capacity correctly and lawfully
Supporting individuals to make their own decisions
Best interests decision-making
Restraint and restrictive practices
Understanding deprivation of liberty
When DoLS apply and why they matter
Roles and responsibilities of care staff
Recording, reporting and good practice
All content is clear, practical and directly relevant to everyday care situations.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Understand the purpose and principles of the Mental Capacity Act
Assess capacity appropriately and lawfully
Support best interests decisions
Recognise when care may become restrictive
Understand Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
Work in a way that protects individual rights and freedoms
Why This Training Matters for Your Organisation
Strong MCA and DoLS training helps your organisation:
- Protect individuals’ rights and freedoms
- Avoid unlawful care practices
- Reduce safeguarding risks
- Support safe and ethical decision-making
- Demonstrate legal compliance to inspectors
- Improve confidence in care planning and delivery
Correct application of the MCA is essential to safe, lawful care.
Compliance
Certification
Upon successful completion, learners will receive a:
Certificate of Completion – Mental Capacity Act & Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)
This certificate confirms that the learner has completed MCA and DoLS awareness training relevant to health and social care roles.
Why Care Providers Trust CareWise Training Hub
CareWise Training Hub supports care providers to deliver lawful, ethical and person-centred care.
With real-world experience in health and social care, our training reflects the complex legal decisions staff face daily — and provides clear guidance that protects both individuals and organisations.
Course Format & Delivery
- Instructor-led group training
- Suitable for induction and refresher programmes
- On-site delivery at your workplace (subject to agreement)
- Interactive discussion and real-life care scenarios
- Reflective and legally grounded learning approach
Contact CareWise Training Hub today to:
- Book this course for your team
- Request a group quote
- Arrange on-site delivery
- Include this course in your induction or mandatory training package
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