Social Work Practice (British Association of Social Workers (BASW) Practical Social Work) (Practical Social Work)

by Veronica Coulshed (Author), Joan Orme (Author)

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  2006

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  This fourth edition of Veronica Coulshed's classic text has been meticulously revised to reflect the latest changes in social work education. Generic skills and processes such as communication and assessment are discussed alongside models and settings of practice. The relationship between theory, evidence and practice is fully explored throughout, ensuring this remains an ideal introduction for all beginning social work students as well as a handy refresher and companion for practitioners.

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  Paperback
  1991

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  This revised edition aims to meet the demand for a simply-presented, concise guide to the main theories and methods that underlie effective social work practice. Traditional approaches as well as newer ones are covered, ranging from case management to work with families and groups. The author supplies numerous case studies to illustrate the application of theory to practice, reflecting important issues related to anti-discriminatory work and summarizing the essential components of each method at the end of each chapter. The book examines core methods of working with people which will be useful across a range of settings and with different client groups.