Incapacity Law and Practice Certification Course | Law Society of Scotland

6 October – 10 November 2026

Online | 20 hours’ verifiable CPD

Our Incapacity Law and Practice Certification Course offers in-depth, practical training designed to give you the confidence to handle complex incapacity matters and navigate the legal and procedural framework with clarity.

Over six interactive webinars led by a variety of experienced specialists, this course combines authoritative guidance with real-world insights, helping you to strengthen your knowledge whilst working towards Law Society of Scotland certification.

This course will equip you with:

A working understanding of guardianship, intervention orders and powers of attorney, including how to draft them well, when to use them, and how to advise clients effectively
Practical advice in assessing capacity to develop your ability to manage complex cases, and sharpen your skills in advocacy, communication and conflict resolution
Insight into emerging and evolving areas of law, including deprivation of liberty, the UNCRPD, cross-border considerations and the proposed reforms to the 2000 Act
For more information or to book your place, please visit our website.

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