The Law on Consent and Capacity
Do you work with Vulnerable Adults? Do you understand your legal obligations in relation to Consent and Capacity?
An intensive one day training programme which examines the current law in relation to consent and capacity in Ireland and reviews recent cases before the superior courts. The Assisted Decision-Making Capacity Act 2015 will also be covered with discussions around its implications for practice.
A central theme of the training includes an in-depth discussion of the legal and ethical dilemmas presented by the issue of capacity and its assessment.
Key Learning Points
- Consent and the ingredients of a valid Consent
- The importance of Consent in practice
- The National Consent Policy
- Capacity: the current legal position
- Testamentary Capacity
- Wardship
- Enduring Powers of Attorney
- Legal position of the next-of-kin
- Do not Attempt Resuscitation Orders (DNARs)
- Recent cases before the superior courts
- The Assisted Decision Making Capacity Act 2015
- Advance Healthcare Directives
Testimonial:
“Excellent Facilitator. Thorough overview of all issues concerning medical practice… very helpful insight into correct procedure and practice.
Very enjoyable, informative and an excellent learning experience.”
Dr. Jennifer Carroll Consultant Physician, Cork University Hospital
Contact us today to start planning your training at a date convenient for you.
| Type | On-site |
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| Duration | 1 Day |
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All Medical, Health and Social Care Professionals who work with Vulnerable Adults and have a particular interest in having an in-depth knowledge in:
- how to properly obtain Consent,
- the current legal position around Capacity and
- the Assisted Decision Making (Capacity) Act.
This legal course is of particular interest to doctors, consultant geriatricians and consultant psychiatrics.