Approved Mental Health Professional CPD Update #1 – ‘Fundamentals’

Course Outline:

This course will look at key legal developments in the field of mental health.

It will include a round-up of recent key cases, as well as any new guidance. The course will explore the Mental Health Act 2025, its implementation timetable and the impact the Act is likely to have on the role, duties and powers of an AMHP.

During the day delegates will examine challenges they are currently facing, as well as those which are likely to occur in the near to mid-term. Delegates will also have the opportunity to meet and discuss these matters with other AMHPs while achieving a proportion of their yearly CPD requirement.

The course learning outcomes below give a good idea of the coverage of the course, which is one of four written specifically for the purpose of updating AMHPs in line with statutory and best practice requirements. All courses are also directly relevant to the Professional Standards AMHPs are bound by within their roles.

Key Learning Outcomes:

• Demonstrate a working knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance underpinning safeguarding adults
• Identify the role and responsibilities of the chairperson
• Manage and co-ordinate the multi-agency response in terms of the enquiry, risk assessment, adult protection planning to best practice
• Identify implications for other individuals, agencies and organisations
• Plan adult protection meetings effectively
• Correctly adhere to information sharing protocols
• Clearly communicate with individuals from a range of agencies in order to facilitate their contribution
• Chair meetings to best practice standards