About the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) Training Online Course

This Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) Training online course is CPD certified and designed to provide professional training aligned with UK workplace standards. Learners will gain practical knowledge, understand legal responsibilities, and receive instant certification upon successful completion.

Looking for CPD certified Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) Training training in the UK? This accredited online course allows you to study at your own pace, gain recognised certification, and meet workplace compliance requirements.

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is suitable for employees, managers, business owners, and individuals who require recognised training in Human Resources . It is ideal for UK workplaces seeking compliance and professional development.

Depriving someone of their liberty is a major step to take, and this training guides you through the correct process. The Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards was introduced to help protect a person’s rights, as well as protecting them from harm and ensuring any necessary action is taken in a safe, correct, and sensitive way. 2022 – 2023 saw 300,765 applications for DoLS, with an 11% increase compared to the previous year. This DoLS training explains what these safeguards are and the six assessments which must be done before a deprivation of liberty can be authorised. It looks at the differences between restraint, restriction, and deprivation and explains why it’s so important to have policies in place, follow procedures and keep records. It tells you which forms are required at each point and includes a step-by-step guide to the urgent authorisation procedure. Caring for someone who you think may lack the capacity to make decisions for themselves? You may also find our assessing mental capacity training and our safeguarding vulnerable adults training helpful. Why not browse our full range of online safeguarding courses?