Social work by Viviene Cree

Social work by Viviene Cree

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Summary

This book explores what social work is. Structured around the framework of the National Occupational Standards for social work, the book examines how social work can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities, and argues that to really make a difference it is necessary to think outside the box.

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Social work by Viviene Cree

This book explores what social work is. Structured around the framework of the National Occupational Standards for social work, the book examines how social work can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities, and argues that to really make a difference it is necessary to think outside the box.
"The strengths of this book lie in its integration of theory, policy and professional values with practice examples to give students that in relation to all the subjects they study the "whole" is more than the sum of the parts" Susan Martin, University of Southampton
"Good introductory textUseful links to frameworks. Helpful enquiry based approach" Martin Hoskins, University of Gloucestershire
"A clear commentary with a good level of detail and content". Kim Holt, University of Bradford
"Always easy to read for students, clearly structured and particuarly relevant" Rachel Good, Staffordshire University
"Clear text with up to date information and contemporary case studies" Geraldine Graham, University of Bradford
"A fascinating and novel approach to social work's National Occupational Standards, bringing them to life with a skilful balance of detail and context. This book will make a difference to those who read it." Professor Mark Doel, Centre for Health and Social Care Research, Sheffield Hallam University
"This is a very useful book which I have recommended to my first year students". Dr Liz Walker, University of Hull.

Viviene Cree is Professor of Social Work Studies at the University of Edinburgh.

Steve Myers is Director of Social Work at the University of Salford.

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ISBN 13 9781861347787
ISBN 10 1861347782
Title Social work
Author Viviene Cree
Series Social Work In Practice
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Policy Press
Year published 2008-05-07
Number of pages 208
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.