Social Work Theory in Practice

A step-by-step guide to the underpinning theoretical knowledge in social work helping your students to confidently apply theory in practice. -Exerciseswill help them get to grips with the essentials and reflect on learning. -Case studiesfrom eight fictional social workers located in a busy local authority office will allow them to explore a range of different practice experience, theoretical perspectives and approaches to understanding situations and identifying possible courses of action. -The authors' own experienceswill show the importance of reflection, supervision and continual learning to help them prepare for the reality of practice.