Summary: Fulfil your potential with this support for the Level 3 Diploma (previously NVQ) in Health and Social Care!Work based learning can be challenging, but Caroline Morris and Val Michie have set out all the information and practical help you need to get your qualification. This guide includes all 8 of the Core Units and a selection of 6 of the most popular optional units - the ones that most people tend to encounter in Health and Social Care roles.The book is packed with a range of Health and Social Care case studies. Inside you'll also find a range of features designed to help you work through your units with confidence: - Overview Introductions; explain the scope range and purpose of the unit you are about to do- Learning Outcomes & Meeting the Outcome; what you need to know and how to show that you know it- Evidence Activities & Practice Activities; tips on gathering written portfolio evidence and demonstrating competence- Reflection; rehearse what you've learnt, how things went, and how to improve next time- Research and Investigate; develop your own skills to continue your own professional development- Getting ready for assessment; tick off your understanding of what's required and keep track of your progress.
Takes you step-by-step through all core, and 6 of the most useful unitsFeatures guide you through evidence requirements and work-based assessmentAuthors who understand Health and Social Care, and can share case studies and tips to help you succeed.
About the Author(s): Caroline Morris has a background as a nurse, a Care Manager, and as a teacher and lecturer delivering in Health and Social Care. Caroline has been an external verifier for several major awarding bodies and has been involved in writing materials and specifications for publishers and awarding bodies. She also undertakes inspections on behalf of BIIAB, OCR, EDI, OU and BAC. Val Michie is a Consultant in Education and Training for the Health and Care Sector, in which capacity she works with a wide range of training providers within the private, statutory and trades union sectors. Val has also worked in medical research and as a lecturer in FE, teaching health sciences, key skills and Health and Social Care. Her more recent role as a technical author has involved her in writing underpinning knowledge and assessment activities for a number of qualifications, including NVQs, Technical Certificates and BTECs in Health and Social Care. Val is currently an External Verifier for a major awarding body.
Readership: Level 3 Diploma
