This established and successful textbook provides a superb 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. This new edition has been completely updated to include recent developments in the field. In particular, it takes into account further theoretical issues, contemporary writings, and changes in the organisation of social work education. The author has also included useful suggestions about websites and further reading. Revamped and updated, this outstanding text will be an invaluable guide for all those considering or beginning a career in social work.
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NEIL THOMPSON is a director of Avenue Consulting Ltd. He is the author of a number of highly successful social work texts, including Anti-Discriminatory Practice (4th edition), People Skills (2nd edition), Promoting Equality (2nd edition) and Communication and Language.
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