Contains all the mandatory units and a number of optional units to provide the information learners need to succeed. The magazine-style page design is packed with glossy new photos and illustrations to help learners recap what they have covered for each unit. Clear signposting throuhgout the Student Book will allow learners to find further sources of information so you can be sure you have all the information you need to succeed.

The Candidate Handbook contains many features to aid learning: Case studies throughout contain real life stories of situations that early years practitioners might come across, encouraging them to reflect on their own practice and that of other professionals. Before you start feature introduces thought-provoking questions about learners' own experience and gets them to reflect on their existing knowledge. Theory in Action features add the important real-world focus and give learners a deeper understanding of the theories that underpin their work with children. Find the balance features provide tips for effective time-management to support learners in finding the right balance between work and study.

The guide for Early Years managers on Level 4 and degree courses - fully revised and updated. This book is fully updated in-line with the Early Years Foundation Stage and the new National Occupational Standards in Leadership and Management for Care Services, so you can be sure you've got the right information. It is packed with real-life case studies to help you put the theory into action. The highly skilled and experienced author team brings you best practice for early years management that you can rely on. Managers' personal career development is supported with a whole new chapter on Management and Development of Self.

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