Social Work Practice Learning : Student Guide

This book provides essential knowledge and skills to address all the new social work education requirements for placements and practice learning. It will help your students successfully pass their compulsory social work placement whilst meeting the Professional Capabilities Framework (PCF) for Social Workers and developing their professional practice. Giving examples of the PCF plus clear exercises, strategies and tips, the book: introduces your students to social work in the context of contemporary reforms; takes you through each stage of the new placement structure explaining supervision, reflective practice and critical thinking in social work; addresses trouble shooting and problem solving on placement; and helps you prepare for complex casework with individuals, families, groups and communities; address risk in social work; and engage with diverse groups and communities. By using this book, you-ll be armed with the tools you need to get the most out of your placement.

The Idea of Social Work: A Brief Introduction The New Professional Capabilities Framework and Revised Placement Structure Planning and Beginning your Placement Understanding Values and Ethics Translating Values and Ethics into Practice Assessment and Evidencing your Practice Learning Introducing Risk in the Context of Social Work Practice Learning Using Supervision, Reflective Practice and Critical Thinking Understanding Problem Solving Getting Ready for Professional Practice.