This best-selling book is an invaluable guide for social workers undertaking learning and assessment to gain and maintain Stage 1 or 2 qualified practice educator status and for those involved in facilitating the mentoring, learning, support, assessment and CPD of practice educators.Now fully updated to reflect the changing social work placement landscape and the BASW refreshed (2022) Practice Educator Professional Standards (PEPS), it covers all key areas within P...

This practical guide will takes you step by step through your social work placement, guiding you through what you will be expected to do, and helping you to make the most of your placement. You will learn how to apply the theory and skills you′ve learnt in practice, to your own observations as well as to your placement portfolio, and how to gain the feedback you need. The books is packed full of hands-on advice, alongside a variety of learning features: student voices talking about their o...

This book explores:· What is meant by communication skills· What communication skills are· What they look like in practice· The differences in communicating with service users and professionals, such as children, guardians, peers and emergency workers· Why they are importantIt includes a wide range of theories, multiple case studies, reflective tasks, and exercises. It will develop your critical thinking and reflection skills, and help you de...

This fourth edition is an invaluable guide for social workers undertaking learning and assessment to gain and maintain Stage 1 or 2 qualified practice educator status.All chapters have been refreshed to reflect the developing world of practice education, and the importance of the On-Site Supervisor/Off-Site Practice Educator has been emphasised throughout. Key areas within practice education are presented, as well as guidance on the application of key knowledge, skills and values i...

We hear a lot about critical thinking at university but what does it really look like? This book has the answer.Whether you′re writing essays, prepping for exams, or navigating lectures, seminars and placements, this book helps you build the thinking skills that make university life easier and your work stronger.Inside, you’ll find:Real examples and exercises that show how critical thinking works in everyday study situations.

Ethical decision-making lies at the heart of social work practice. As a social worker, you'll regularly encounter complex situations where your professional values may conflict with one another.Navigating Ethical Dilemmas in Social Work Practice guides you through the ethical complexities you may face, helping you develop the confidence and critical thinking skills needed to make sound decisions. Framed around distinct themes, each chapter presents detaile...