Mental Capacity and Deprivation of Liberty Standards (DoLS) is a half day introductory programme for practitioners working in the adult health and social care sector.

Aim

To enable learners to understand the process for Mental Capacity and DoLS.

Topics covered

• Relevant legislation
• Reasons for loss of capacity
• The 5 statutory principles
• DoLS
• Best interest decisions
• Power of attorney
• Who else can be involved
• Record keeping