The course is informed by Mental Health Act 2007, Mental Capacity Act 2005. |
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The course provides some knowledge for
NHS KSF: HWB3.2 CIS: 5.1, 5.2, 7.1, 7.2, 7.4, 7.5 QCF: HSC2031, 025, 026, SHC024 |
The course is designed for Health & Social
Care workers in diverse Mental Health contexts. The course will assist the organisation to deliver CQC Outcomes 1, 2 & 4. |
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Learning outcomes By the end of the course learners should understand: • What is Risk and what is Risk Assessment • The likely issues for workers and service users regarding Risk • How support workers could misuse their power • Why Risk needs to be assessed and who should define Risk • The different levels of Risk and appropriate action for each • The terminology used in Risk Assessment • Risk cannot be eliminated • What is meant by Positive Risk Management and Person Centred Risk Assessment • What is a contingency plan • The need for clear and concise communication , the barriers and overcoming the barriers • The role of the Mental Health Act in responding to Risk • Consideration of Rights, Risk and Mental Capacity • The relationship between Risk Assessment & support plans • The different views regarding service users being involved in Risk Assessment & Management • The key points of the organisation’s policies, procedures and paperwork • Coping mechanisms and Risk • Risk and Mental Health: Self harm, Suicide, Self neglect, Risk to others etc • Confidentiality as it relates to Risk • The need for Multi-agency communication and joint working |
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| Training methods utilised include Tutor presentations, PowerPoint, Role play, Small group, work, Pairs work, Chalk & talk, Word shower method, Practice study, Handouts, Visualisation | ||||
