Unit Title: 302 – Understanding mental capacity and restrictive practice

Learning Outcome 1:  Understand the principles of mental capacity

AC1.1 describe how the main purpose and principles of current mental capacity legislation are reflected in codes of practice and agreed ways of working

AC1.2 describe factors that influence an individual’s mental capacity and ability to express consent.

AC1.3 explain the link between an individual’s mental capacity and

a. consent

b. choice

c. safety

AC1.4 outline what is meant by ‘valid consent’.

Learning outcome 2:  Understand the application of the principles of mental capacity and consent. 

AC2.1 describe own role and responsibilities when upholding the rights of individuals following principles of mental capacity legislation and codes of practice.

AC2.2 explain why it is important to establish an individual’s consent when providing care and support.

AC2.3 explain how personal values and attitudes can influence perceptions of situations and of individuals’ mental capacity.

AC2.4 describe strategies and skills that may be used to maximise individuals’ capacity to make their own decisions.

AC2.5 explain own role in identifying when an assessment of capacity may be required.

AC2.6 outline the steps to take when informed consent cannot be readily established.

Learning outcome 3:  Understand restrictive practices.

AC3.1 describe what is meant by ‘restrictive practice’.

AC3.2 outline how the following restrictive practices within a care setting/service may occur:

a. physical

b. mechanical

c. chemical

d. seclusion

e. segregation

f. psychological

g. restraint and the threat of restraint

AC3.3 explain the reasons for seeking the least restrictive option for individuals.

AC3.4 describe how to raise concerns when restrictions appear out of proportion with evident risk.

AC3.5 describe policies and procedures in relation to restrictive practices that govern own role.

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