The Training Programme aimed to produce a package of
training materials in support of the amended Mental Health Act, using
e-learning and other methods, drawing upon experienced trainers to
deliver a ‘train the trainers' roll out.
The training materials focussed on the changes introduced by the Amending Bill and related
provisions of the Code of Practice. The materials set in a
values-based practice context through a series of case examples that
illustrated the impact of the Guiding Principles that will be included
in the Code of Practice.The objectives of the training support programme were to:
- Provide easily accessible information in various forms about the key changes being introduced
- Ensure that this information is presented in practical context that reflects best practice
- Involve Service Users and Carers in the design, development and roll out of the training programme
- Secure
uniform provision across the country
The training programme
- Focussed on the changes introduced by the Amending - clear information for stakeholders
- Had a strong practical approach - based on a series of case study examples
- Closely linked with the Code of Practice - worked case examples reflected in brief vignettes in the Code of Practice
- Integrated with the BME programme - core set of examples all around BME issues
- Took
a values-based approach - case examples illustrate the importance of
the Guiding Principals to support balanced decision making within the
provisions of the Bill
Further information from Malcolm King
We
have discussed concerns regarding potential difficulties
arising from draft secondary legislation. We are aware that there are
significant numbers of Section 12 Approved medics who, due to the
community settings of their role, may not meet the criteria for
conversion as having acted as RMO in the previous 12 months prior to
implementation. The AC Advisory Group have discussed this matter with
DH colleagues and have recommended that this group of doctors should be
Approved for a period of 12 months within which they would have to
attend the AC training.
We have also
considered the position of those Registrars who are about to take up
position as RMOs. We have further recommended that the above criteria
apply to this group also. We will issue an announcement as soon as we
are notified.
Living Through The Act - online video highlighting the experience of being detained under the Mental Health Act