What You'll Gain

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Specialised Knowledge: Equip yourself to undertake the role of a DoLS assessor, understanding all aspects of UK Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) legislation.

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Practical Insights: Learn from case studies and valuable insights from service users and carers.

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Professional Development: Enhance your credentials with a certificate upon successful completion of the programme.

Special Features

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Interactive Learning: Engage with interactive knowledge sessions, pre-tests, and final tests to ensure a thorough understanding of the material.
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Expertly Developed: Content created and peer-reviewed by leading experts in the field of psychiatry.
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Accessible Anywhere: Access the course online 24/7, allowing you to study at your own pace and fit the training around your busy schedule.

Join our Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards eLearning programme today and enhance your professional skills and knowledge in mental health assessment and DoLS legislation. Your path to becoming a qualified DoLS assessor starts here.

ENROL TODAY AND ADVANCE YOUR PROFESSIONAL SKILLS!

Sample Certificate

Certificate of Completion
Course Eligibility:
Ayush
BHMS
MD/MS/DNB
MBBS

The Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) course is designed to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to serve as mental health assessors in relation to DoLS legislation. Developed by the Royal College of Psychiatrists, the Department of Health, and NHS England eLearning for Healthcare, this programme ensures a high-quality educational experience that meets the highest standards of professional training.

The course covers a wide range of topics essential for understanding and implementing DoLS legislation. Participants will gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills through interactive content, including case studies and insights from service users and carers. The flexible, online format allows for convenient study at home, work, or on the move, with bitesize modules that track progress, making it ideal for busy professionals.

The programme includes a pre-test on the Mental Capacity Act (MCA), five knowledge sessions, and a final test of understanding. Topics covered include the legal and process overview, best interests assessments, mental capacity and mental health assessments, and eligibility assessments. Supplementary resources such as behavioural experiment forms, problem lists, and evidence reviews are also provided to enhance learning.

Upon successful completion of the course and achieving the required scores in assessments, participants will receive a certificate, serving as evidence of their learning activity for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) purposes. This certification demonstrates a commitment to professional development and expertise in DoLS legislation.

Join the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards course today and take a significant step towards becoming a qualified DoLS assessor, enhancing your professional skills and knowledge in mental health assessment and legal safeguards.

Curriculum

Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)

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