Understanding social work : preparing for practice
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Understanding social work : preparing for practice
Macmillan Press, 2000
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 181-187) and index
Publisher varies: Palgrave
Description and Table of Contents
Description
Social work is both a demanding and rewarding profession. This book provides a helpful introduction to the nature of social work, its legal and policy base, the knowledge, skills and values involved, and the challenges and pitfalls practitioners face. Intended as a guide for those considering or beginning a career in social work, this text should prove useful to anyone wanting a better understanding of social work and its significant contribution to tackling social problems.
Table of Contents
Preface - Acknowledgements - Introduction - Making Sense of Social Work - The Legal and Policy Context - The Knowledge Base - The Skills Base - The Values Base - Achieving Good Practice - Facing the Challenge - Conclusion - References - Index
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