This text has been written to provide a practical, educational underpinning to LIS work for a broad range of new and recent entrants to the profession, for individuals working towards UK NVQ and City and Guilds qualifications and first-year undergraduate LIS courses. The book looks at the key areas of competence necessary for the efficient and informed practice of a wide range of jobs in the LIS sector, and is linked to Basics of Librarianship.