Developing Knowledge and Skills for Child and Family Social Work (Transforming Social Work Practice Series)

Barry Fearnley

ISBN 10: 1529763061 / ISBN 13: 9781529763065

Published by Learning Matters 2022-03-24, 2022

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Developing Knowledge and Skills for Child and Family Social Work (Transforming Social Work Practice Series)
• Publisher: Learning Matters 2022-03-24
• Publication Date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1529763061
• ISBN 13: 9781529763065
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

This book will provide you with the initial developing knowledge and skills needed to practice ethically and effectively with children and families. It will take you on a journey, introducing you to all the relevant theory, legislation and skills for practice, using case studies, activities and research summaries to help you navigate the complexities and challenges along the way.   

Since launching in 2003, Transforming Social Work Practice has become the market-leading series for social work students. These books use activities and case studies to build critical thinking and reflection skills and will help social work students to develop good practice through learning. 

This best-selling student series is:
· Affordable                                               
· Written to the Professional Capabilities Framework
· Mapped to the social work curriculum           
· Practical with clear links between theory and practice

About the Author

Barry Fearnley is a social worker with over twenty years′ experience working with children and families. He is currently working for a university as a Coach – Child and Adult Workforce. Previous experience includes Head of Partnerships Social Work and Social Care, senior lecturer and a children and families social worker. He has been a practice educator for social work students in both children and families and adult services. He has supported newly qualified social workers undertaking their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) and social workers in their continual professional development. His PhD explored the everyday experiences of young women who are also mothers.