The modern course companion for health and social care studies at Levels 4 and 5 - completely updated in response to the needs of students. Totally revised to reflect the latest legislation, occupational standards and best practice - so candidates have the up-to-date information they need to succeed. Extended content provides the greater depth and criticality needed at Levels 4 and 5. Provides comprehensive mapping for NVQ/SVQ candidates so they can link content to units of study. Features a new chapter on study skills and research methods, helping students to maximise their study time. "An excellent resource for teachers, trainers and academic students. The subject is brought alive with questions, case studies, theories and examples - making it interesting for the reader and thought-provoking for students." - Michelle Vindall, Programme Area Manager, Cambridge Regional College

Combined with Student Book 1, these books offer coverage of all mandatory and the most popular optional units to help your students achieve their best, and provide enough content to complete the full Extended Diploma. Focused on what is needed from a learning, teaching and assessment point of view, with renewed focus on assessment activities for all criteria. Grading tips accompany each assessment activity to help students achieve their best. Edexcel's Assignment tips, written and reviewed by BTEC experts, offer invaluable unit-by-unit advice on how to get the most from your BTEC course. WorkSpace case studies encourage students to apply their learning to real-world contexts and bring the sector to life. Author Team: Marilyn Billingham, Pamela Davenport, David Herne, Stuart McKie, Marjorie Snaith, Beryl Stretch, Hilary Talman and Mary Whitehouse