The Mental Capacity Act (MCA) 2005 provides a legal framework to protect and empower individuals who may lack the capacity to make certain decisions for themselves. This Mental Capacity Act training video offers a concise and accessible introduction to the Act, summarising its key principles and showing how they should be applied in practice. In particular, learners will gain clarity on assessing capacity, acting in someone’s best interests, and supporting individuals to make their own decisions wherever possible.

The course also highlights the role of communication, the importance of recording practice, and the protections available for workers who act in line with the MCA. Moreover, it explains the function of Independent Mental Capacity Advocates (IMCAs), the standards around deprivation of liberty, and how safeguards are used to protect vulnerable adults. By the end, participants will understand both the legal requirements and the practical steps needed to apply the MCA confidently in care settings.

Why Mental Capacity Act Training Matters

Care professionals often face complex decisions when supporting individuals who may lack capacity. Without the right training, however, they risk breaching legal duties or failing to protect the rights of those in their care. As a result, this course ensures learners can apply the MCA principles effectively, safeguard best interests, and recognise when to involve an IMCA or use deprivation of liberty safeguards.

Key Benefits of Mental Capacity Act Training

• Understand the key elements and principles of the MCA.
• Recognise the relevant legislation and its application.
• Assess capacity and act in the best interests of individuals.
• Support people to make their own decisions wherever possible.
• Apply effective communication strategies.
• Understand protections for workers acting under the MCA.
• Recognise the role of Independent Mental Capacity Advocates (IMCAs).
• Explain deprivation of liberty standards and how safeguards are applied.

Learning Outcomes

By completing this course, you will be able to:

• Define the key elements of the Mental Capacity Act.
• Carry out capacity assessments and apply best‑interest principles.
• Support decision‑making through effective communication.
• Recognise the role of IMCAs and when to involve them.
• Explain how deprivation of liberty safeguards are used in practice.

Who Should Take This Course

• Nurses, carers, and healthcare assistants.
• Residential and domiciliary care staff.
• Social care professionals.
• Anyone responsible for supporting adults who may lack capacity.