Our Student Book for the BTEC Introduction course covers all the units needed for the Certificate and Diploma, with a strong focus on the real world of IT at work, to give your students a taste for the IT vocation building their aspirations and encouraging them to take their IT education to the next level.

This new, full colour textbook is the only one available for the new Introductory Certificate and Diploma in Hospitality, Travel and Tourism. The content is exactly matched to the specifications.

A full colour textbook for the Introductory Certificate and Diploma in Sport and Leisure. It covers all the units of the qualification, providing comprehensive coverage for students - whatever options they choose. It contains differentiated assessment activities, enabling students to work at their own level.

Introduce your students to the exciting world of business.

Written by the authors of the specifications for the BTEC Introductory Health and Social Care award, this book contains the knowledge students need to pass this award at certificate or diploma level. Case studies place all learning in a care context, giving you an insight into the issues involved in care.

UK. Textbook comprising sample tests for the development of occupational qualifications of office workers, with particular reference to office secretaries - covers topics likely to be included in an examination syllabus, such as the use of office machines, records maintenance, accounting, financial management, related commercial matters, communication, etc. Illustrations and references.

This title covers all three mandatory units and a selection of optional units, with each presented in topics to ensure the content is accessible and engaging for learners. It covers all the underpinning knowledge and understanding needed at level 2 to ensure that learners are fully prepared for this course.

Now in its fifth edition, Understanding Enterprise has established itself as one of the most widely respected guides to the discipline, providing a refreshingly perceptive approach to understanding and applying theory. It offers a critical introduction to enterprise in its broadest context, with particular emphasis on its application to entrepreneurs and small business. Divided into three parts, the course examines traditional approaches, new perspectives on the subject, and the success-or otherwise-of government policy. Written by leading experts with a combined wealth of research, teaching and consulting experience, this textbook will be an essential companion for undergraduate and postgraduate students of enterprise and small business. Policy makers and practitioners will also benefit from this comprehensive guide. New to this Edition: - Extensively revised to take into account the latest thinking and research, with updated content and examples throughout - Updated coverage of the impact and failings of comparative government policies - Enhanced pedagogical features to engage students and enliven their learning experience

Drawing on case studies, this volume highlights the common problems encountered by educators who must provide vocational training at a distance from their pupils. The contributors discuss the impact of modern technology on education and consider the future role of distance education methods.

Biomedical Science in Professional and Clinical Practice is essential reading for all trainee biomedical scientists looking for an introduction to the biomedical science profession whether they are undergraduates following an accredited biomedical sciences BSc, graduate trainees or experienced staff with overseas qualifications. This book guides trainees through the subjects, which they need to understand to meet the standards required by the Health Professions Council for state registration. These include professional topics, laws and guidelines governing clinical pathology, basic laboratory techniques and an overview of each pathology discipline. It helps trainees at any stage of training and in any pathology discipline(s) to think creatively about how to gather evidence of their understanding and professional competence. By referring to specialist sources of information in each area, it helps students to explore particular topics in more depth and to keep up to date with professional and legal changes. It is also of value to any Training Officers who are looking for ideas while planning a programme of training for a trainee biomedical scientist. The book includes basic principles of working in the pathology laboratory including laws and regulations, which must be observed, such as health and safety, data protection and equal opportunities laws and guidelines. Practical exercises are included throughout the book with examples of coursework, suggestions for further exercises and self -assessment. Summary boxes of key facts are clearly set out in each chapter and ideas for group/tutorial discussions are also provided to enhance student understanding.