What is the reality of being a midwife at the beginning of the twenty-first century? What is it like to help & support women throughout pregnancy & childbirth & into motherhood? What roles can midwives play in society? Becoming a Midwife" explores what it is to be a midwife looking at the factors that make midwifery such a special profession as well as some of the challenges. The chapters cover a variety of settings & several different stages in a womans pregnancy. Each one is narrated by a midwife who introduces their own theme recounts a vignette that throws light on their understanding of midwifery & reasons for becoming a midwife & any subsequent career moves. Drawing together these insights the editors show what it means to be a midwife today. Suitable for those contemplating a career in midwifery & providing an opportunity for reflection for more experienced midwives this thought-provoking book is an invaluable contribution to midwifery." ...

The NMC have produced standards of proficiency for pre registration midwifery education & those standards have been written in an academic" language for higher education institutions. Each student prior to being admitted to the profession must have achieved the proficiencies stated in the NMC publication. The purpose of this book is to provide students with material related to the standards of midwifery education. The students will be able to use the contents of this text & relate it to their own approved programme of midwifery study as their programme of study would have had to comply with NMC's requirements. It will help student midwives appreciate how their own programmes have been designed & why they are required to study & understand some of the subjects they are or will be studying." ...

Becoming a Nurse: Is nursing really the career for me? provides a comprehensive overview of the role of the Nurse in health care today. This book gives the reader an insight into nursing as a multi-dimensional profession which reflects the needs & values of society & endeavors to meet the health requirements of individuals & communities. It demonstrates through nursing theory practical examples & personal stories how the role of the registered nurse is dynamic within the changing context of health care provision requiring a caring approach to professional practice & commitment to working within a multi-dimension health care environment. It provides the reader with a clear up to date & practical guide to the fields of Adult Mental Health Children's & Learning Disability Nursing linked to the latest NMC standards. Readers will gain an insight into the journey of becoming a nurse from the admissions process into nursing the student nurse experience & lastly into the role of the registered nurse in modern health care today. ...

Want to turn your passion for fitness into a lucrative career? Each year more than 5 million Americans use personal trainers to take their workouts to the next level & this plain-English guide shows you how to get in on the action. Whether you want a part-time job at the gym or a full-time personal training business you'll find the practical proven advice you need in this indispensable resource. Becoming a Personal Trainer For Dummies is for you if you want to become a certified personal trainer & start your own business or if you're a certified trainer looking to improve upon your existing practice. You get a thorough overview of what it takes to get certified & run a successful business complete with expert tips that help you: * Find your training niche * Study for & pass certification exams * Attract keep & motivate clients * Interview hire & manage employees * Update your training skills * Expand your services This user-friendly guide offers unique coverage of personal trainer certification programs including tips on selecting the right program & meeting the requirements. You'll see how to develop your training identity as well as practice invaluable skills that will make you a great personal trainer. You also receive savvy guidance in: * Choosing the best fitness equipment * Creating a business plan a record-keeping system & a marketing campaign * Performing fitness assessments * Developing individualized exercise programs * Advancing your clients to the next fitness level * Managing legal issues & tax planning * Offering additional services such as massage & nutrition consultation * Training clients with special needs Complete with ten great starter exercises & a valuable list of professional organizations & resources Becoming a Personal Trainer For Dummies gives you the tools you need to get the most out of this fun fabulous career! ...

This positive guide to professional issues in the Learning & Skills Sector tackles the challenges & anxieties faced by trainee teachers. It examines issues surrounding values & ethics from a variety of perspectives. Everyday examples & case studies are used to help the reader place issues in a working context. It is ideal reading for trainees wanting to understand their responsibilities to students & professional colleagues. Of use to qualified teachers as well as trainees this book is an essential guide to becoming a professional tutor & is matched to the professional & ethical components for achieving QTLS. ...

Practical & informative Becoming an Actor" is a unique inside account of what it is like to train as an actor & what it takes to be an actor. An invaluable resource for teachers & students alike it reveals what drama school classes really entail & offers unbeatable guidance & support through the critical times in a young actors career." ...

The modern world is facing an explosion of obesity diabetes & poor health in general fuelled by modern lifestyles. Type 2 diabetes is a growing problem which can affect both obesity & health in general even in its very early stages. Yet in many cases it is totally avoidable. Becoming an Ex-diabetic is written for anyone who has concerns over their weight or blood sugar. ...

What's it like to be one of Britain's greatest gymnasts? In this fascinating autobiography Beth Tweddle takes us through the biggest moments of her life from winning gold at the World Championships to being honoured with an MBE at just 25 years old. Follow her story as she prepares for her most important task yet
- the Olympics! * Pearl/ Band 18 books offer fluent readers a complex substantial text with challenging themes to facilitate sustained comprehension bridging the gap between a reading programme & longer chapter books. * Text type: An autobiography. * Curriculum links: P.E: Outdoor & adventurous activities.
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A core text for those training to teach or newly qualified teachers this book serves not only as a practical guide to primary teaching but takes the unique approach of exploring the concept of outstanding teaching & how you can strive for & achieve excellence as a teaching professional from the outset of your career. The text is pedagogically rich &

Includes:: learning objectives questions case studies a download site & reflective activities.

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BECOMING DANTE All his life Gabe Moretti has denied his Dante heritage
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