Training

Specialist Training in Advocacy, Capacity, Duty to Instruct and related fields.

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As experienced specialists in supporting vulnerable adults across a range of legal and statutory processes, we deliver practical, legally informed training designed to strengthen understanding, improve practice, and support better outcomes for individuals whose voices are often unheard.

“Libra are the voice, for those without a voice, and will always put the Relevant Person first and ensure their best interest is met.” DoLS Team Manager

Who we provide training to

We offer both in-person and virtual training for:

  • Health and social care professionals
  • Social work teams
  • Care Home staff
  • Local authorities and community teams
  • Voluntary and third sector organisations
  • Any group seeking to strengthen advocacy and rights-based practice

Topics we deliver

We deliver training across a wide range of advocacy and capacity-related areas, including:

  • Statutory & Non Statutory Advocacy
  • Advocacy Principles and approaches
  • Duty to instruct and professional responsibilities
  • Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)
  • Community Deprivation of Liberty (Community DoLS)
  • The role of an RPR
  • Mental Capacity Act and Best Interests
  • Mental Health Act and role of an IMHA

Training Options

We offer flexible delivery to meet your organisational needs:

  • Lunch & Learn sessions (1 hour)– concise, focused learning
  • Half-day and full-day training– more detailed exploration of key topics
  • Bespoke programmes– tailored to your service, team or specific challenges

Contact us

Contact us to enquire further or book a training.

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