Human rights issues in learning disability services

Who should attend this course?

Qualified health and/or social care professionals supporting people who have learning disabilities

Course content

• The Human Rights Movement
• Human rights legislation, policy and practice
• The Mental Capacity Act 2005; Equality Act 2010
• Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
• Care Quality Commission Reports, e.g. ‘Winterbourne’
• Death by Indifference 74 deaths and counting
• Ethical practice
• Evidence-based practice
• Advocacy
• International [UN and NGOs] Human rights
• Issues of restraint

How does this course map the NHS KSF?

The course contributes to the development of knowledge and understanding for

• Core Dimensions
• HWB 1-7

Assessment

Journal article of publishable quality exploring how a human rights framework has been incorporated into your practice and work setting

Why choose this course?

How to apply

Apply for the Human rights issues in learning disability services

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Course fees

Credit level for this course:10 / 6 or 7

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Contract funding for NHS staff

A number of Strategic Health Authorities are entering into teaching contracts with Universities for the provision of postgraduate programmes, short courses and study days. In order to access this source of funding, you should contact the senior manager within your Trust who is responsible for the post-registration/CPD allocation.

Study routes

• Part Time