Understanding social work : preparing for practice

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Title:

Author:

Thompson, Neil, 1955-

ISBN:

9781137497093

Personal Author:

Thompson, Neil, 1955-

Edition:

Fourth edition.

Physical Description:

xviii, 221 pages ; 24 cm

Contents:

-- 1. Making Sense of Social Work2. The Legal and Policy Context3. The Knowledge Base4. The Skills Base5. The Value Base6. Achieving Good Practice7. Facing the Challenge8. ConclusionGuide to Further LearningAppendix: Internet Resources.

Abstract:

"Focusing on the challenges of achieving good practice, Understanding Social Work reflects recent developments in social work within the context of contemporary society, law and policy. This popular text continues to offer an excellent foundation for readers for anyone wanting a better understanding of the social work role"-- Provided by publisher.

Subject Term:

Social service.

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Focusing on the challenges of achieving good practice, Understanding Social Work reflects recent developments in social work within the context of contemporary society, law and policy. This popular text continues to offer an excellent foundation for readers for anyone wanting a better understanding of the social work role.