Mental Capacity Act, DoLS & LPS Training
Develop the knowledge and confidence to support decision-making, protect individual rights and apply the principles of the Mental Capacity Act through practical, face-to-face training.
About This Course
Our Mental Capacity Act, DoLS and LPS training helps learners understand the legal and ethical responsibilities involved in supporting people who may lack capacity to make specific decisions.
First, our experienced trainers introduce the five statutory principles of the Mental Capacity Act 2005. They explain how these principles promote choice, independence and person-centred care.
Next, learners explore capacity assessments, best interests decisions and the importance of choosing the least restrictive options.
The course also examines the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS), the changes introduced by the Supreme Court in 2026 and the proposed Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS).
In addition, practical scenarios help learners understand how to protect individual rights while providing safe, lawful and respectful support.
Who Is This Course For?
This course suits care workers, healthcare professionals, support staff, senior carers and managers who support individuals with decision-making or mental capacity concerns.
It is particularly relevant to staff responsible for care planning, best interests decisions and recognising potential deprivations of liberty.
What Will You Learn?
During the course, learners explore:
● Understanding the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and its five statutory principles
● Recognising when and how to assess mental capacity
● Supporting individuals to make their own decisions
● Applying best interests decision-making principles
● Understanding consent, choice and least restrictive practice
● Recognising deprivation of liberty and the current DoLS framework
● Understanding the implications of the 2026 Supreme Court judgment
● Exploring LPS proposals, safeguarding responsibilities and accurate documentation
How Is This Course Delivered?
Our experienced trainers deliver face-to-face sessions through clear explanations, practical demonstrations and supervised exercises.
Learners explore practical decision-making situations and consider how to apply mental capacity principles within their professional roles.
Furthermore, group discussions encourage learners to recognise ethical challenges, protect individual rights and understand professional responsibilities.
We can arrange group training at your workplace or another suitable venue. Before the session, we will confirm the course duration, group size and delivery arrangements.
Assessment and Certification
Help your team understand mental capacity legislation, protect individual rights and promote lawful, person-centred care.
Upon successful completion of the training, each learner will receive a certificate issued by Magpie Training Ltd.
Employers can then use these certificates as evidence of completed staff training. They can also support continuing professional development (CPD) records.
Book Mental Capacity Act, DoLS & LPS Training
Give your team the knowledge and confidence to respond appropriately in an emergency.
We offer flexible training arrangements for workplace groups. Furthermore, we can tailor the sessions to suit your organisation’s needs.
To discuss available dates, group bookings and course prices, contact Magpie Training today.