Masterclasses

Mental Health Masterclass 2026

11 Portland St, Manchester M1 3HU, UK

A one-day mental health legal masterclass in Manchester on 18 March 2026, where leading lawyers will explore the key issues in mental health social work and explain how changes to the Mental Health Act will affect your practice. * Early bird discount until 16 January 2026 *

Mental Health Masterclass 2026
Mental Health Masterclass 2026

The Mental Health Bill 2024-25, due to be enacted soon, will make significant changes to the Mental Health Act 1983 (MHA) and will have major implications for social work practitioners.

Join us at this one-day mental health legal masterclass where leading lawyers will explore the key issues in mental health social work and explain how changes to the MHA will affect your practice.

Sessions include:

  • The new Mental Health Act: an overview
  • The interface between the Mental Health Act 1983 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005
  • Section 117 aftercare: the legal framework
  • Medical treatment under the Mental Health Act 1983
  • The social worker role in mental health tribunals

* Early bird discount until 16 January 2026 *

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