Preparing for Professional Practice in Health and Social Care

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