Mental Capacity Act
Develop your understanding of the Mental Capacity Act, including decision-making, consent, capacity assessment and supporting individuals who may lack capacity. This flexible online course helps health and social care professionals apply the principles of the Mental Capacity Act confidently and appropriately in practice.
Flexible online learning for health and social care professionals worldwide.
Who is this Mental Capacity Act course for?
- Healthcare professionals
- Social care practitioners
- Nurses
- Allied health professionals
- Care managers
- Multi-disciplinary teams
What’s on this page?
Introduction to the Mental Capacity Act Course
The Mental Capacity Act eLearning programme provides health and social care professionals with the knowledge and practical understanding required to support people who may lack capacity to make certain decisions.
Developed by NHS England elearning for healthcare and leading partner organisations, the programme explores the principles of the Mental Capacity Act and how they are applied within health and care settings. The course supports learners in making lawful, ethical and person-centred decisions while helping protect the rights and wellbeing of individuals.
Interactive learning activities, case studies and self-assessment exercises help learners apply key concepts to real-world situations and build confidence in practice.
After completing this course, you should be able to:
- Understand the principles and legal framework of the Mental Capacity Act
- Recognise when and how capacity should be assessed
- Apply best-interest decision-making principles appropriately
- Understand the rights of individuals who may lack capacity
- Support person-centred and legally compliant care
You can also:
- Strengthen confidence in complex decision-making situations
- Apply Mental Capacity Act principles across different health and care settings
Course features
- Relevant to health and social care professionals globally
- Dynamic and engaging content with videos, case studies and questions
- Produced by clinical experts in the UK
Why choose eIntegrity?
Access high-quality Mental Capacity Act training developed by leading UK organisations.
Learn through practical case-based scenarios designed to support real-world decision-making.
Use flexible online learning to build confidence in applying legal and ethical principles in practice.
Course content overview
This online Mental Capacity Act programme consists of interactive learning sessions designed to help professionals understand capacity, consent and decision-making within health and social care settings.
The programme explores the principles of the Mental Capacity Act and provides practical guidance on assessing capacity, supporting individuals to make decisions and making best-interest decisions where appropriate. Learners also gain insight into the legal and ethical responsibilities involved in delivering person-centred care.
Interactive elements such as case studies, videos and self-assessment exercises help reinforce learning and encourage application of key concepts in clinical and care environments.
- Subject areas covered: Mental capacity, consent, decision-making, best interests, legal responsibilities and person-centred care.
- What’s included: Interactive online sessions with videos, case studies, self-assessment activities and downloadable learning resources.
Who developed this course?
This course was developed by NHS England elearning for healthcare in collaboration with The Academy of Medical Royal Colleges, the Department of Health and Social Care, and other partner organisations.
The content has been written and peer-reviewed by leading UK clinical specialists, ensuring that learners receive accurate, practical and evidence-based guidance on applying the Mental Capacity Act within health and social care settings.
Our Mental Capacity Act Modules
- Mental Capacity Act as part of human rights
- Assessing mental capacity
- Planning ahead using the MCA
- Best interests
- Restraint
- Relationship between the Mental Capacity Act and the Mental Health Act
- Mental Capacity Act and young people aged 16 or 17
- Research with people who lack mental capacity
- Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding
- Settling disputes and disagreements
- Consent and refusal by adults with capacity
Access 24/7
The Mental Capacity Act course is delivered entirely online, giving you the flexibility to learn at home, in the workplace or on the move. Each session is short and practical, allowing you to build knowledge around a busy professional schedule without losing momentum.
With modules focused on capacity assessment, consent, decision-making and best-interest principles, you can dip in and out whenever you need a refresher or want clear guidance on applying the Mental Capacity Act in practice. This makes the programme ideal for developing confidence in supporting individuals, making lawful decisions and delivering person-centred care, even when time is limited.
Once you’ve completed the course, you can download or print a certificate as evidence of your learning. This can be used to support professional development portfolios and demonstrate ongoing learning in this important area of practice.
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Comparing the cost of Mental Capacity Act training
Traditional Mental Capacity Act training often requires attendance at scheduled workshops or face-to-face sessions. This online programme provides a flexible and cost-effective alternative, allowing learners to gain practical knowledge and understanding at their own pace while fitting learning around professional commitments.
How to get started
Simply enrol through the eIntegrity platform to begin accessing the Mental Capacity Act modules. Work through the sessions at your own pace and revisit content whenever needed to strengthen your understanding and support professional practice.
Who is this programme suitable for?
This course is designed for a wide range of professionals working in health and social care, including:
- Healthcare professionals
- Social care practitioners
- Nurses
- Allied health professionals
- Care managers
- Support workers
The programme supports anyone looking to strengthen their understanding of mental capacity, consent and decision-making. Whether you are new to the Mental Capacity Act or refreshing your knowledge, the course provides practical, evidence-based learning that supports safe, lawful and person-centred care.
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