Preparing for Professional Practice in Health and Social Care
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- ISBN 9781119743101
- Weight: 284g
- Dimensions: 170 x 244mm
- Publication Date: 21 Apr 2022
- Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Paperback
- Language: English
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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.
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.
