A Dictionary of Social Work and Social Care
An essential point of quick-reference for all students of social work and social care and qualified social workers undertaking continuing professional development programmes
The most accessible and up-to-date dictionary in the field
Over 1,500 clear and authoritative A-Z entries
Useful appendices include a glossary of common acronyms and an Index of Legislation, Regulations, and Codes of Practice
Recommended web links for many entries which are listed and regularly updated on a dedicated companion website
This new dictionary provides over 1,500 A-Z definitions of terms from the field of social care, concentrating on social work as a significant area within this field. Covering social work theories, methods, policies, organizations, and statutes, as well as key terms from interdisciplinary topics such as health and education, this is the most up-to-date dictionary of its kind available. It also provides extended entries on specialisms such as children and families, domestic violence, and residential care.
Useful appendices include a glossary of acronyms and a Table of Legislation, Regulations, and Codes of Practice.
Entry-level bibliographies and web links provide further resources and the web links are listed and regularly updated on a dedicated companion website.
A Dictionary of Social Work and Social Care is a must-have for students of social care and related subjects, as well as for qualified social workers undertaking continuing professional development programmes.
Readership: Students studying social work and social care as well as qualified social workers undertaking continuing professional development programmes.
Detaljni podaci o knjiziNaslov: A Dictionary of Social Work and Social Care
Izdavač: Oxford Univerity Press
Strana: 528 (cb)
Pismo: latinica
Format: 19.6x12.9 cm
Godina izdanja: 2013
ISBN: 978-0-19-954305-2