The course consists of four modules, incorporating a blended learning approach:
4 x eLearning modules
4 x lecture recordings
Through this structured format, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of mental health law, its practical applications, and its relevance to nursing practices in inpatient medical settings.
By the end of the course, you will have learned how to:
• Recognise when a capacity assessment may be required.
• Make a capacity assessment at a level appropriate to your role.
• Make decisions for those who lack capacity.
• Identify when the Mental Health Act should be used instead of the Mental Capacity Act.
• Provide care for patients detained in hospital under the Mental Health Act.
Course schedule
Group bookings
Discounted rates are available for group bookings. Please contact us for more information. Maudsley Learning has a full range of courses to meet the needs of your organisation. Most can be delivered to you flexibly and tailored to your requirements.
Bespoke courses
We are able to offer custom-made programs, whether digital or face to face, to meet the education and training needs of your organisation in the UK or internationally.
Research
We value research and knowledge-sharing and will continue to contribute to the literature base on mental health education, addressing important research questions in this exciting field.
