MCA & Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
A course from dialogue for managers and staff of care settings to consider their obligations under the mental capacity act and what this means for children and young people in their care.
With case law having changed the landscape around mental capacity and deprivation of liberty significantly in recent years it is important that leaders and staff are aware of how their actions in relation to the young people in their care may result in decisions which come under the remit of mental capacity and may potentially be depriving a young person of their liberty. This course will provide an understanding of the law and its implications for decision making. Read more …
dates, venues and booking
For information about when and where the next courses are running, please see below. Read more …
Aim of the training:
- Support candidates to understand what the use of inherent jurisdiction to safeguard children means
- Provide confidence in managing court orders and information
- Know the legal implications and when to ask for further clarification
Objectives of the training:
- To be able to use a range of data and case studies to determine the current national picture
- To exercise curiosity in the management of depriving a child of their liberty
- Understanding the expectations of information requests
- To drive planning for children and their next steps
the trainer
Jacqui McCann is an Accredited Trainer and Safeguarding Consultant with dialogue. She holds a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management aswell as a MA in Professional Practice with Children and Young People. Jacqui is currently a Professional Doctorate student at the University of Lancashire studying Professional Practice Community and Social Care, with an area of research around children who are victims of exploitation and deprived of their liberty. With extensive professional and lived experience, Jacqui is deeply passionate about ensuring the voice of the child – especially those impacted by exploitation—is at the centre of practice and will act as an advocate to ensure their voices are heard and considered in decisions made around their care.
booking and dates
This one day course is held via zoom £132+VAT
If you have booked five places the sixth place is free.
CHA, NASAP, NAFP, SW Forum, and RI Network members receive a 25% discount – members price is £99+VAT
If you’re experiencing any problems with the booking form, feel free to send the participant details through to admin@dialogueltd.co.uk, or call us on 01803 493030 and we’ll be happy to help.