The Short Guide to Social Work

This concise and accessible introduction to social work takes the reader through what it takes to be a social worker, including the theories, policy and practice frameworks, as well as current issues facing social work practice today. Author Robert Adams uses his breadth of experience as a social work educator to explain what makes social work 'special.' He also covers the basic principles of practice with different social work client groups, including vulnerable groups and specialist areas of practice. The Short Guide to Social Work provides a concise and accessible introduction to the subject. The book is appropriate for pre-undergraduates thinking of studying social work, as well as undergraduates in allied disciplines.