This CACHE-endorsed textbook presents all the mandatory elements of the qualification, as well as three popular optional units, in an easy-to-understand format. It also extends learning with specially created features designed to encourage students to explore each topic further.

In this book you'll find:

• Clearly outlined specific learning outcomes for each unit with 'Check Your Understanding' short questions to test knowledge
• Key Terms that highlight and clarify relevant important terms
• Command Words included to give guidance on what the command words in the mark scheme are asking for
• Case Scenarios that contextualise knowledge and ask further questions
• Activities throughout asking students to explain, describe, evaluate and discuss
• Read About It suggestions for further topic-related reading

The optional units covered in this book are:

• HSC O3: Creative activities in health and social care
• HSC O9: Mental health and well-being
• HSC O10: Nutrition for health and social care