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P219 An Overview of the Mental Capacity Act for the Dental Team

Speaker:Dr Balqees Bi BDS MFGDP(UK) MFDS RCPSGlasg MSND RCSEdin

  • About This Course

This recorded webinar presented by Balqees Bi gives dental team members an overview of the Mental Capacity Act, including the 5 key principles, how to carry out a capacity assessment, making best interests decisions and when to appoint an IMCA (independent mental capacity advocate). This course will help delegates understand and apply the legal framework for assessing capacity and making best interests decisions.

Aims

This course aims to provide an overview of the Mental Capacity Act, including the 5 key principles, how to carry out a capacity assessment, making best interests decisions and when to appoint an IMCA (independent mental capacity advocate). 

Objectives

To discuss:

  • The principles of the Mental Capacity Act.
  • Capacity assessments.
  • Making best interests decisions for those who lack capacity.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this webinar you will understand and know how to apply the legal framework for assessing capacity and making best interests decisions.

GDC Development Outcomes

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