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. ...

Illustration is a diverse & constantly evolving area of art & design & an appealing creative career. But to stand out from the crowd successful illustrators need to combine creative talent with strong marketing & promotional skills. Becoming a Successful Illustrator provides practical & inspirational guidance on finding & contacting clients putting together promotional materials & establishing yourself as a professional illustrator. With case studies & firsthand tips & hints from practising illustrators at varying stages in their careers & packed with hundreds of beautiful examples of professional work this is a must-have guide to the working world of illustration. This title is part of the Creative Careers series from Fairchild Books designed to help bridge the gap between academia & a first job in the creative industries. Brimming with helpful tips & facts about the world of work they offer an essential guide for any emerging creative practitioner. The cover artwork for Becoming a Successful Illustrator has been shortlisted for an illustration award in the 2013 books category by the prestigious Association of Illustrators. ...

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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BECOMING ORGASMIC is the ideal book for any woman who has inhibitions about sex & wants to enhance the pleasure she gets from it. Whether youre married or single divorced or widowed under 30 or over 60 or somewhere in between the programme presented in this book will help you feel comfortable with yourself & your ideas about sex. It will help you to: Evaluate your sexual history & put it in perspective; explore your body through touch; understand the effects of pregnancy menstruation & menopause on sexual desire & response; be comfortable with your body & yourself as a woman; share self-discovery with your partner; overcome the fear of orgasm; explore ways to trigger an orgasm & learn about sex in the modern world
- social expectations personal values & choosing a partner in the age of AIDS. A personal & sensitively written book BECOMING ORGASMIC is designed to make you feel good about your sexuality & yourself.
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