Segal, Gerdes and Steiner's AN INTRODUCTION TO THE PROFESSION OF SOCIAL WORK provides a balanced overview of the social work profession and helps students understand its role in the social welfare system. The authors' supportive tone and experiential approach inspire interest in and enthusiasm for careers in social work. Case studies, personal stories and exercises help students apply concepts and understand what it means to be a social worker. The book also encourages knowledge building and self-exploration skills that are essential in developing good social work practice. Part of the Brooks/Cole Empowerment Series, the sixth edition is up to date and thoroughly integrates the core competencies and recommended practice behaviors outlined in the most recent Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS) set by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
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Author: Elizabeth A. Segal,Karen E. Gerdes,Sue Steiner
Publisher: Cengage Learning
Publish Date: 2018-03-08
Edition: 6
ISBN: 1337567043
ISBN 13: 9781337567046
Dimension: Length: 7.5 inches, Width: 0.75 inches, Height: 9 inches
Weight: Weight: 1.84967837818 pounds
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 544
Segal, Gerdes and Steiner's AN INTRODUCTION TO THE PROFESSION OF SOCIAL WORK provides a balanced overview of the social work profession and helps students understand its role in the social welfare system. The authors' supportive tone and experiential approach inspire interest in and enthusiasm for careers in social work. Case studies, personal stories and exercises help students apply concepts and understand what it means to be a social worker. The book also encourages knowledge building and self-exploration skills that are essential in developing good social work practice. Part of the Brooks/Cole Empowerment Series, the sixth edition is up to date and thoroughly integrates the core competencies and recommended practice behaviors outlined in the most recent Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS) set by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.
Author: Elizabeth A. Segal,Karen E. Gerdes,Sue Steiner
Publisher: Cengage Learning
Publish Date: 2018-03-08
Edition: 6
ISBN: 1337567043
ISBN 13: 9781337567046
Dimension: Length: 7.5 inches, Width: 0.75 inches, Height: 9 inches
Weight: Weight: 1.84967837818 pounds
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 544