Description
The new edition of Preparing for Professional Practice in Health and Social Care is a welcome resource for students and newly registered Allied Health professionals, emphasising client-centered practice while clarifying expectations from regulatory bodies such as the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). The book presents a range of topics-such as law, ethics, interprofessional working, leadership, equality and diversity, team building, communication skills, and reflective practice-ensuring readers are fully prepared for the demands of their profession.
Readers will also find:
- Practical guidance on getting, and keeping, the job - from writing a CV, applying for jobs, interview techniques, as well as career-planning and continuing professional development
- Each chapter begins with an overview of the content and concludes with key take-home messages and further reading suggestions
- A set of self-assessment exercises
- Case studies and examples from clinical practice
Preparing for Professional Practice in Health and Social Care is a useful reference for all Allied Health professionals.
About the Author
Anita Atwal, PhD, is currently an associate professor at London South Bank University, focusing on interprofessional working. She has been a lecturer in occupational therapy for over twenty years.
Book Information
ISBN 9781119743101
Author Anita Atwal
Format Paperback
Page Count 192
Imprint Wiley-Blackwell
Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Weight(grams) 284g
Dimensions(mm) 244mm * 170mm * 14mm
