Authors: Mark Walsh

Number of Pages: 320

Publication Date: 2005

ISBN: 0748793194

Cover: Paperback

This book has been written to help you achieve your NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care. It includes:

• All the core units and six optional units.
• Units that link specifically to the content of the NVQ Level 2 qualification.

Each unit is written clearly and concisely, and contains a number of features to make your learning experience easier and more enjoyable:

• Practical examples are given throughout the book providing recognisable examples of work in care settings.
• Definitions of all key words and terms used in this book are featured in a glossary.
• An Are you ready for assessment? section is provided at the end of each unit giving guidance on what will need to be observed and how to prepare for observation.
• Check your Knowledge questions testing your knowledge and comprehension can be found at the end of each unit.
• Knowledge Understanding and Skills (KUS) and Performance Criteria (PC) are referenced throughout to help integrate practical and theoretical understanding.
• Key Points summarise the element content to ensure learning is reinforced.

Endorsed by City & Guilds, the UK's leading provider of vocational qualifications, NVQ 2 Health and Social Care will help you build on and successfully develop your skills in care settings.