Social Policy and Social Work
An Introduction
Jo Cunningham author Steve Cunningham author
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Sage Publications Ltd
Published:11th Jul '17
Should be back in stock very soon

An understanding of social policy is crucial for social workers as it underpins and shapes the legislative framework that they work within. From safeguarding service users and enabling them to improve their lives, to protecting the most vulnerable in society, social policy also has a vital role to play within social work education. It is important therefore for students to engage critically with social policy. This book introduces policy and shows how it has changed and evolved over time, how it reflects changes in society and how it is applied to everyday practice.
This text directed to social workers, introduces the essential legislation, and the necessary guidelines to understand how some laws are interpreted, for and by social work practice. That is illustrated through practical examples that explore in a realistic and specialized way the areas of law that affect this practice. -- Courtney Lawson * CBQ reviews *
Excellent book for core legal frameworks and policy modules. Layout of book is appealing and informative without being over complicated. Sections are clear and example of policy in practice are explained well. The size of the book is useful to carry along in a laptop bag/trolley for a quick reference whilst on the go too! -- Miss Sunnie Sian * drupal *
Found it very useful to ′read around′ the course it has been used as support materials for the lecturer. -- Mr Ian Yates * drupal *
Knowledge is current and relevant to inform and prepare students for practice placements. -- Mrs Barbara Neale * drupal *
Great book,mstudent found it informative and engaging, linked to course content. -- Mrs GILLIAN HUGHES * drupal *
Our students study a number of aspects related to social policy, but more importantly, social policy underpins the practice of social workers. This is an accessible resource for learners and whilst we have not made it mandatory, it will be highly recommended as their first foray into the world of academic reading. -- Mrs Jacquie Hodges * drupal *
This book is a pleasure to read in an ever-changing political climate. Its foundations means I can use it in a number of modules to provide an explanation for why poverty is so prevalent -- Ms Vita Snowden * drupal *
ISBN: 9781473916555
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 540g
336 pages
2nd Revised edition