Dementia,Mental capacity Act, Abuse for Vulnerable-NOCN Level 2 (module 3)- (£120 person)

National Qualification in Supporting People  with a Learning Disability.

This is an Inductions Course for those wishing to get a National Qualification in Supporting People  with a Learning Disability.

It is suitable for those working with Vulnerable Adults and Children.

Units:

-Abuse-Understand nature of Abuse and Neglect,

-Mental Capacity Act 2005-Independent advocacy

-Dementia

Module's Record of competence

Understanding dementia

 What Does “Dementia” Mean for Individuals?
 Exploring the Myths and Stereotypes of Dementia
 The Main Conditions that May Cause Dementia
 The Person-Centred Theory of Dementia
 Person-Centred Qualities of Carers

Abuse in care homes.

 What is Abuse?
 Categories of abuse:
 Understanding Abuse
  Recognising Abuse
 Whistle-blowing- Multi-Agency , No secrets  (DOH) Guidance documents
 What to do if you Suspect or Find Abuse:- Report to-Manager, Social services, Registration and Inspection officer, Police

Mental Capacity Act 2005(MCA)

 What is the Mental Capacity Act?
 What is mental capacity/lack of capacity?
 The five principals of the MCA.
 Code of practice guidance.
 How to assess capacity
 Lasting powers of Attorney.
 Best interests of individuals lacking capacity.
 Records that staff would need to keep.
 Independent mental capacity advocates.
 Court of protection and the public guardian roles.
 Adult protection.

Assessment methods:

Written Description and case study