If you’ve ever stopped to ask for directions, you will probably have noticed that many people have the basic instincts needed to teach and enjoy imparting their knowledge. Added to appropriate subject knowledge, this is where vocational training begins… Building on your subject knowledge and skills, The Nuts and Bolts of Vocational Training and Assessmentis an accessible and invaluable guide for vocational trainers. As someone who has always learned best through doing things, rather than academic study, author Eric Baker has made his book practical in a day-to-day way. Its authority comes from his past training experiences and personal development as a vocational trainer. Starting from the basic principles, it takes the reader through the intricacies of providing training courses in a step-by-step way and covers areas not usually addressed in educational textbooks. This book is primarily intended to be a companion for those studying to achieve an academic vocational qualification. As such, it provides support by being accessible, bringing a common-sense approach and using a sense of humour. The conversational style of traditional textbooks is combined with the modern exact approach expected today, resulting in an accessible and enjoyable read. Above all, it does what it says on the cover!