Course Outline:
This course is designed to refresh delegates’ knowledge of the legal framework underpinning safeguarding adults including the Care Act 2014 and other relevant legislation.
Health and social care professionals who work with adults at risk of harm must ensure they have an in-depth knowledge of the law and process around safeguarding adults under the Care Act 2014.
The course will help professionals translate the theory into practice through the use of case studies and exercises.
Key Learning Outcomes:
- Describe the key legislation that underpins safeguarding adults to include the Human Rights Act 1998, the Care Act 2014 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005
- Explore the duties for the local authority and responsibilities for relevant partners under the Act to make enquiries
- Examine how the Mental Capacity Act 2005 interfaces with the safeguarding duties
- Explain the importance of Making Safeguarding Personal and apply it to practice
- Examine the use of risk assessments to manage risk and support evidence-based decision making
- Consider the legal framework around information sharing and safeguarding adults
Course Details:
- Duration and CPD: 1 day | 6 hours
- In-house course format and fee: Virtual or face-to-face | Call for details
Please call 020 7549 2549 or email info@bondsolon.com to discuss or book an in-house course.