Mental Capacity Act S16 Applications to the Court of Protection

Provided by: Bond Solon

Target Audience: Social Work Teams / Children's Team 16+

Virtual via TEAMS

Aims:

Professionals often support with decisions affecting people's human rights. Decisions are often taken under the Mental Capacity Act 2005 about where a person is to live, who they see, decisions around care and treatment. Sometimes it is necessary to consider an application to the Court of Protection. The course is designed to enable professionals to identify when it is appropriate to make an application to the Court of Protection and what application is appropriate. The course will assist professionals to understand the factors the court consider when granting orders or making declarations.

Learning Outcomes:

Outline the role and workings of the Court of Protection.
Identify the powers of the court and the roles of various professionals involved in the Court process.
Explain the types of applications that can be made to the Court of Protection.
Consider situations when an application to Court must, and needs to be made.