About the Course

This Level 5 Mental Health Care – MCA and DOLS course is designed for those who want to begin a career in mental health and lay a solid foundation of mental health fundamentals. The course will assist you in assessing work-related mental health issues, determining levels of risk to staff, and implementing strategies to reduce workplace stress.

This course aims to teach you everything you need to know about the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) of 2005 and the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLS). Learn about the most recent mental health knowledge to help you excel in your chosen mental health career. With the Level 5 Mental Health Care – MCA and DOLS training, you will learn the skills required to assess mental capacity and provide care or treatment to people who lack capacity.

Learning Outcomes of Mental Health Care – MCA and DOLS

After completing this course, the learner will be able to:

• Understand the fundamentals concepts of the Mental Capacity Act.
• Know how to make decisions in the patient’s or service user’s best interests.
• Gain the skills to provide quality care and treatment to vulnerable adults who lack the capacity.
• Understand how to manage patient records and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Know the MCA Act 2005 and mental capacity assessment law.
• Understand the public bodies and services created by the MCA Act 2005.
• Gain excellent knowledge of mental health advocacy and advanced planning.
• Familiarise with the legal responsibilities of a social care and mental health care professional when caring for someone who lacks capacity.
• Gain in-depth knowledge of human rights and quality commission requirements.
• Know how to confidently promote social and emotional competency and build resilience.
• Become more transparent and open about mental health issues.

Who should take Mental Health Care – MCA and DOLS course?

This Level 5 Mental Health Care – MCA and DOLS course is ideal for anyone who aspires to work in or currently works in the health care sector, which includes:

• Registered Mental Health Nurse
• Mental Health Care Assistant
• Mental Health Support worker
• Dementia Care Assistant
• Primary Care Mental Health Practitioner

Why choose Mental Health Care – MCA and DOLS course from the School of Health Care?

• Unlimited access to the course
• Instant e-certificate and hard copy dispatch by 10 working days.
• Course material developed by qualified professionals.
• Self-paced learning is accessible via laptop, tablet and smartphone.
• 24/7 Learning assistance and tutor support.
• No hidden fees or exam charges.
• Discounts on bulk purchases.

Assessment Method

After completing each module, you will get MCQ quizzes to assess your learning. You will move through the later modules upon successful completion (60% correct answer at least) of the quiz test. This process continues till the end of the course. Apart from this, you do not need to sit for any other assessments.

Certification

After completing the course, you can instantly download your certificate for FREE. The hard copy of the certification will also be delivered to your doorstep via post, which will cost £13.99 (if claimed by the learner). All of our courses are reviewed regularly to ensure their quality and provide appropriate current training for your chosen subject. Although certificates do not expire (in most cases), it is recommended that they be reviewed or renewed annually.

Career Path

Opportunities with this Level 5 Mental Health Care – MCA and DOLS course include:

• Mental Health Care Professionals
• Counselling Psychologist
• Family Therapist
• Clinical Social Worker
• Mental Health Counsellor
• Mental Health Support Worker