"This book provides a comprehensive account of the issues concerning students' placements. It is well structured and represents great value." Social Policy and Social Work (SWAP) "This attractive workbook provides a wealth of tools and ‘top tips’ for students of health and social care struggling to survive the demands of 21st century practice placements. The authors artfully distil their knowledge, experience and expertise in placement learning in order to accompany the student on their journey from novice to qualified professional." Stephanie Hobson, Head of Practice Education, Oxford Brookes University
 "The book is an interesting read which I will recommend to other student nurses with particular emphasis that it does focus upon reader engagement through the handy-tips, reflective elements, quizzes, etc all to enable us health care students to experience positive placements to enhance practice." Carla Whittaker, Nursing Student, Chester University, UK
 "I found the text to be set at a good level for new students of nursing, allied health and social care especially for the early placements in their programme of study. In an easy and engaging style the book offer a range of useful tools to helps students make the most and get the best from their placement experiences. I would be happy to recommend this to students on a range of courses." George Bell, Northumbria University, UK
 "This well written book is easy to understand and covers everything you would want to know about the practice experience from how to deal with emotional situations to having clinical assessments, from personality clashes to failing your placement. Every possible worry is addressed with positive conclusions. It places much emphasis on reflection, supervision and time management which are essential to student nurses’ future practice. The interactive approach is user friendly and helps the student develop their skills from junior to experienced practitioner." Lynda Luke, Sexual Health Nurse, Glasgow, UK
 As students in health and social care professions, you will spend up to half of your time out on placement. This accessible and practical book is designed to help you make the most of this invaluable learning experience and is suitable for use in all areas of practice, whether you are training to be a nurse, midwife, occupational therapist, social worker or physiotherapist.
 In student friendly language it covers all the main areas of placement learning, including:
<ul>
<li> Developing a learning contract </li>
<li> Reflective practice </li>
<li> Using supervision </li>
<li> Managing time </li>
<li> Evidence-based practice </li>
<li> Capturing your learning in a personal and professional portfolio </li>
<li> Failing placements</li>
</ul> This book of highly practical chapters provides reflection exercises, questions, tests, ideas and tools to use on your placement, case studies to read and practical tips throughout to help you achieve your best on placement, in whatever area of practice you are in. Surviving Your Placement in Health and Social Care is key reading for all health and social care students, including nurses, social workers, physiotherapists, occupational therapists and radiographers amongst other.

Surviving Your Placement in Health and Social Care: A Student Handbook

Politics & Social Sciences

Healey,Joan

Spencer,Margaret

Social Sciences

Open University Press

A handbook for students undertaking practice placements in nursing and other health professions. It guides students through the process, from early stages of preparation, understanding what the placement is for and what is expected of them, through to the individual issues such as reflective practice, being supervised, managing time, and more.

Surviving Your Placement in Health and Social Care

"This guide promotes a clear message of the importance of a self-directed approach to learning which will serve the student well during practice education and beyond." 
Eimer Ní Riain, Practice Education, University of Limerick, Ireland 
"This text is the ultimate companion to any placement in health and social care services." 
Terri Grant, University of Worcester, UK 
"This is an extremely welcome text for students preparing for their placements and to refer to whilst they on their placement experience - and should be a recommended text for programmes which have placements, regardless of the setting or context." 
Dr Jane Cronin-Davis, Associate Professor, Professional Lead for Occupational Therapy and Deputy 
Dean for Students, St George's University of London, UK\nAs students in the health and social care professions, you will spend up to half of your time out on placement. This accessible and practical book walks with you step-by-step through this invaluable learning experience, helping you to develop and create the foundations of your practice whether you are training in nursing, health, or social work. 
New to this second edition are additional chapters that consider the changing landscape and challenges of the placement experience during the last decade. 
This book covers all you need to know for your placement including: 
-Preparing for placement 
-Reflective practice 
-Writing learning outcomes 
-Complex decision making and clinical reasoning 
-Evidence-based practice 
-Preparing for your first job 
-Assessment and passing placements 
Using accessible language, case study examples and exercises, this book forms a unique opportunity for self-reflection exploring your personal and professional development on your journey through to registration and beyond, whatever area of practice you are in. 
Surviving Your Placement in Health and Social Care is essential reading for all health and social care students, including nurses, social workers, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and radiographers and all those undergoing placements.

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It’s not easy to know where to find clothes that fit your figure, to feel confident in your image, or to edit your wardrobe. Using the DRES System’s scientific approach, Margaret Spencer’s national network of Certified Personal Stylists can help every woman learn to love her unique body shape and finally find what fits! In this book, we show you how to realize your greatest potential and use your best features to the fullest while creating a wardrobe you love. Discover confidence in balance, realize the gem that you are, and have fun getting dressed again with The Power of DRES! “The Power of DRES is a brilliant collection of short stories that teaches women how to feel confident and look beautiful.” –Barbara Corcoran, real estate mogul, business expert and investor on NBC’s Shark Tank. “Margaret has a professional, pulled-together style that radiates with confidence. Learn her secrets in this book packed with down-to-earth advice.” –Lynn Baldwin-Rhoades, Founder of Power Chicks “Margaret Spencer and her network of stylists have created something original and empowering.” –Melody Biringer, Founder of The CRAVE Company After reading this book, you will want to join the DRES System's DRES Club!

The Power of DRES: DRES System's Guide to Building a Professional Image and Working Wardrobe

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Azevedo, Brenda

Bradley, Colleen

Brown, Kira

Goddard-Weed, Lori

Michaels, Cheryl

Sabatine, Melissa

Smith, Kat

Urbina, Corey

Beauty, Grooming, & Style

Holobi, LLC

Rocking horses conjure up a world of fields and dreams, and have enchanted children for generations. Now in paperback, this guide introduces the reader to the fascinating tradition of crafting these beautiful toys. Anyone with woodworking skills can follow the step-by-step instructions and clear plans, diagrams, and patterns to make a wonderful children's gift that is sure to become a family heirloom. Topics include instructions for eight horses ranging from traditional medium standard to the push-me, pull-me rocking horse; carving and design—making plinths and unicorns; wood and tools required; and tips from the author to give your horse a professional finish and delight the younger generation with the most precious and rewarding of gifts.

Designing and Making Rocking Horses

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Crafts & Hobbies

Crowood Press

Rocking Horses

Crowood Pr

Using this illustrated practical guide, any woodworker of average ability can create a variety of beautifully crafted rocking horses. It includes step-by-step instructions, patterns for five varied projects, and more than 100 photos and drawings.

Rocking Horses: Woodwork Projects

Designing & Making Rocking Horses

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