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Understanding Social Work: Preparing for Practice Paperback – 30 April 2020

by Neil Thompson (Author)
4.7 out of 5 stars 54 ratings

Focusing on the challenges of achieving good practice, this popular textbook reflects recent developments in social work within the context of contemporary society, law and policy. Getting to the heart of what this profession is all about, Understanding Social Work continues to offer an excellent foundation for readers wanting a better understanding of the social work role. What is social work? How is it carried out? What skills does it require?

New to this edition:
- Updates include new material on the importance of social media, resilience, the impact of austerity, rising case-loads, and the increase pressure on social workers

Accompanying online resources for this title can be found at bloomsburyonlineresources.com/the-effective-social-worker. These resources are designed to support teaching and learning when using this textbook and are available at no extra cost.

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  1. Print length
    224 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Bloomsbury Academic
  4. Publication date
    30 April 2020
  5. Dimensions
    15.6 x 1.2 x 23.39 cm
  6. ISBN-10
    1352009722
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1352009729
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As Social Workers we are increasingly working with higher levels of social deprivation, social need and dwindling resources. This book is a handy reminder of the importance of retaining the underpinning knowledge, values, skills and models which help to shape, develop and maintain our professional identity and practice. ― Amanda Hill, Cumbria University, UK

This book makes following the why, what, when, and how of social work very straightforward. Students often struggle to see the match between all the elements of social work as a process and at the same time think of the knowledge, skills and values required to do the job. This book is such an easy fit with their requirements. ― Paul McCafferty, Ulster University, UK

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Getting to the heart of what social work is all about, this popular textbook continues to offer an excellent introduction for anyone wanting to understand the role and professional context of the social worker.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Bloomsbury Academic; 5th edition (30 April 2020)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 224 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1352009722
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1352009729
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 15.6 x 1.2 x 23.39 cm
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 out of 5 stars 54 ratings

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Neil Thompson

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Dr Neil Thompson is an author and independent online tutor whose work is highly acclaimed across the people professions. He has held full or honorary professorships at five UK universities and is currently a visiting professor at the Open University. He is also the Vice President of Vigoroom UK, a sophisticated employee wellness platform (www.vigoroom.co.uk).

He was responsible for setting up the www.humansolutions.org.uk websites and edits the free e-zine, THE humansolutions BULLETIN (www.humansolutions.org.uk/bulletin). He is also a sought-after conference speaker. His website and blog, with free learning resources, are at www.neilthompson.info.

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  • K-Dog
    5.0 out of 5 stars Everything you need to know as an intro to Social Work
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 23 May 2021
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    I was applying for my Master in Social Work. I bought this book to prep for my interview. It was unbelievably helpful and helped me articulate why I want to go into Social Work. I also mentioned I had read this book in my interview which gave me some extra points. I got into my top university of choice.
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  • Zara.jane
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great for student SW
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 23 February 2021
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    This book is amazing so far and my 2nd book from Dr Neil Thompson, its really helping my with my assignments im my first year of my social work degree and one im sure ill use for many years
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  • carlene
    5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommended
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 23 February 2021
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    Great book has helped me with my access to social work course assignments. Great introductory book for social work! Highly recommended!!
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