Essential Theory for Social Work Practice

2nd Edition

Chris Beckett; Nigel Horner
eISBN-13: 9781473911710

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Focusing on what students really need to know, this book breaks down all of the key social work theory covered across a students′ training, demystifying complex concepts by demonstrating their application to real-life practice. Multiple case studies highlight applied theory in different practice settings and across issues and challenges that students might face, while self-assessment exercises, practice notes, concise chapter summaries and discussion points help to consolidate their understanding.

New chapters bring the book right up to date and include Relationship-based Work, The Importance of Language, Political Perspectives and Environmental Intervention.


Written by two well-established and expert authors, this is the ′must-have′ theory text for all social work students.

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ISBNs 1473911710, 9781446285725, 9781446285732, 9781473911710
Language eng
Number of Pages 297
Edition 2nd