British Journal of Healthcare Assistants (BJHCA) is the only monthly, peer-reviewed journal to recognise the importance and potential of the million-strong group of healthcare support workers: healthcare assistants (HCAs) and assistant practitioners (APs).

At 52 pages, 12 times a year, the journal is essential reading for all HCAs and APs who are serious about developing their own career, as well as providing the best possible support for the patients in their care.

Each issue contains a wide range of bespoke, evidence-based articles providing examples of good practice in all areas of healthcare. Every article highlights learning outcomes, to support practitioners' training and to help extend their knowledge and skills.

The journal campaigns strongly on professional issues such as registration and it conducted a nationally recognised survey on HCA/AP reactions to the Francis report in 2013.

Authors include practice specialists and researchers leading in their field and BJHCA welcomes and encourages articles from HCAs and APs themselves.