Care Act - Charging and Financial Assessment- E-Learning/Online Course

Who is this course for?

The Care Act provides a single legal framework for charging for care and support. It enables a local authority to decide whether or not to charge a person when it is arranging to meet a person’s care and support needs or a carer’s support needs. The new framework is intended to make charging fairer and more clearly understood by everyone.

Learning Outcomes

Learn about the services that can and cannot be charged for

Learn what to consider when undertaking a financial assessment

Learn about the implications of the Act for self-funders wanting care in a care home or in another setting

Learn what happens if a person lacks capacity

Learn about deprivation of assets

Know what local authorities must do to ensure choice

Know who pays top-up fees and how this is arranged

Know what carers can be charged for Learn about debt recovery

Benefits of Online/E-Learning

• Flexible learning at your convenience
• No deadlines
• Cost effective
• Fast easy access
• Certificate given on completion of course

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