The Social Work Practicum
A Guide and Workbook for Students Plus MySearchLab with eText -- Access Card Package
6th Edition
Published on 15. March 2013
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Mixed media product
264 pages
978-0-205-92239-0 (ISBN)
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--Integrates classroom with field.
The sixth edition of Social Work Practicum offers a unique integrative format designed to help students develop social work competencies by applying their academic learning to practicum experiences. This title covers a variety of topic areas leading students through guided experiences and workbook questions. Which, in turn, help students gain a professional identity, integrate theory with practice, and acquire the core competencies needed for social work practice.
Connecting Core Competencies series -- Each chapter highlights the core competencies and practice behavior examples found in the Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS) set by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Critical thinking questions throughout reinforces these connections. MySearchLab.com activities enhance the student experience by integrating the mastery of CSWE's core competencies with practice and research.
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Learning Goals
Upon completing this book, readers will be able to:
Integrate classroom knowledge and theory with practicum experience.
Develop professional identity as a generalist social worker.
Understand the various contexts of social work practice.
Demonstrate theoretical and evidence-based foundation for practice.
Demonstrate competence in planned change process.
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0205848931 / 9780205848935 Social Work Practicum: A Guide and Workbook for Students
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--Integrates classroom with field.
The sixth edition of Social Work Practicum offers a unique integrative format designed to help students develop social work competencies by applying their academic learning to practicum experiences. This title covers a variety of topic areas leading students through guided experiences and workbook questions. Which, in turn, help students gain a professional identity, integrate theory with practice, and acquire the core competencies needed for social work practice.
Connecting Core Competencies series -- Each chapter highlights the core competencies and practice behavior examples found in the Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS) set by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Critical thinking questions throughout reinforces these connections. MySearchLab.com activities enhance the student experience by integrating the mastery of CSWE's core competencies with practice and research.
This title is available in a variety of formats - digital and print. Pearson offers its titles on the devices students love through Pearson's MyLab products, CourseSmart, Amazon, and more. To learn more about our programs, pricing options and customization, click the Choices tab.
Learning Goals
Upon completing this book, readers will be able to:
Integrate classroom knowledge and theory with practicum experience.
Develop professional identity as a generalist social worker.
Understand the various contexts of social work practice.
Demonstrate theoretical and evidence-based foundation for practice.
Demonstrate competence in planned change process.
0205922392 / 9780205922390 Social Work Practicum: A Guide and Workbook for Students Plus MySearchLab with eText -- Access Card Package
Package consists of
0205239927 / 9780205239924 MySearchLab with Pearson eText -- Valuepack Access Card
0205848931 / 9780205848935 Social Work Practicum: A Guide and Workbook for Students
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Edition
6th edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Pearson Education (US)
Target group
Adult education
Weight
454 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-205-92239-0 (9780205922390)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Previous edition
Book
11/2010
5th Edition
Pearson
€93.03
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Person
Cynthia Garthwait, MSSW, LCSW is Professor of Social Work at The University of Montana School of Social Work. She has 25 years of experience in social work education and extensive practice experience at all levels and in a wide variety of fields of practice, including clinical practice, program development, consultation and training, administration, and interdisciplinary approaches to practice. She teaches at both the BSW and MSW levels, including foundation and elective courses. She has served as Practicum Director, provides training to agency field instructors, and works closely with practicum directors. Her research interests include gerontology, addictions, spirituality in social work practice, practicum, and international social work practice.
Content
In this Section:
1. Brief Table of Contents
2. Full Table of Contents
BRIEF TABLE OF CONTENTS:
Chapter 1: The Purpose of a Practicum
Chapter 2: School, Agency, and Student Expectations
Chapter 3: Developing a Learning Plan
Chapter 4: Getting Started
Chapter 5: Learning from Supervision
Chapter 6: Personal Safety
Chapter 7: Communication
Chapter 8: Agency Context of Practice
Chapter 9: Community Context of Practice
Chapter 10: Social Problem Context of Practice
Chapter 11: Social Policy Context of Practice
Chapter 12: Diversity and Cultural Competence
Chapter 13: Professional Social Work
Chapter 14: Social Work Ethics
Chapter 15: Legal Issues
Chapter 16: Planned Change
Chapter 17: Evaluating Social Work Practice
Chapter 18: Integrating the Personal and Professional
Chapter 19: Leadership and Social Justice
FULL TABLE OF CONTENTS:
Chapter 1: The Purpose of a Practicum
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
How to Use This Book
How the Chapters Are Structured
Practicum Strengths Self-Assessment: A Workbook Activity
How Do We Learn: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 2: School, Agency, and Student Expectations
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Clarifying Expectations: A Workbook Activity
Skill Building Across a Career: A Workbook Activity
Chapter 3: Developing a Learning Plan
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
The Generalist Perspective and the Plan for Learning
Guidance and Direction
Planning to Learn: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 4: Getting Started
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Student Self-Monitoring of Practice Behaviors: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 5: Learning from Supervision
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Using Supervision for Learning: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 6: Personal Safety
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Reducing the Risk of Harm: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 7: Communication
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Developing Communication Skills: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 8: Agency Context of Practice
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Agency Analysis: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 9: Community Context of Practice
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Developing Community Practice Behaviors: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 10: Social Problem Context of Practice
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Social Problem Analysis: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 11: Social Policy Context of Practice
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Social Policy Analysis: A Workbook Activity
Social Policy Reflections: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 12: Diversity and Cultural Competence
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Agency Cultural Competence: A Workbook Activity
Cultural Competence Scenarios: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 13: Professional Social Work
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Professional Social Work in Your Agency: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 14: Social Work Ethics
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Agency Ethics: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 15: Legal Issues
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Legal Issues: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 16: Planned Change
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Planned Change: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 17: Evaluating Social Work Practice
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Self-Evaluation of Practicum Performance: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 18: Integrating the Personal and Professional
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Holistic Self-Care and Areas of Stress for Social Workers: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 19: Leadership and Social Justice
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
1. Brief Table of Contents
2. Full Table of Contents
BRIEF TABLE OF CONTENTS:
Chapter 1: The Purpose of a Practicum
Chapter 2: School, Agency, and Student Expectations
Chapter 3: Developing a Learning Plan
Chapter 4: Getting Started
Chapter 5: Learning from Supervision
Chapter 6: Personal Safety
Chapter 7: Communication
Chapter 8: Agency Context of Practice
Chapter 9: Community Context of Practice
Chapter 10: Social Problem Context of Practice
Chapter 11: Social Policy Context of Practice
Chapter 12: Diversity and Cultural Competence
Chapter 13: Professional Social Work
Chapter 14: Social Work Ethics
Chapter 15: Legal Issues
Chapter 16: Planned Change
Chapter 17: Evaluating Social Work Practice
Chapter 18: Integrating the Personal and Professional
Chapter 19: Leadership and Social Justice
FULL TABLE OF CONTENTS:
Chapter 1: The Purpose of a Practicum
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
How to Use This Book
How the Chapters Are Structured
Practicum Strengths Self-Assessment: A Workbook Activity
How Do We Learn: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 2: School, Agency, and Student Expectations
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Clarifying Expectations: A Workbook Activity
Skill Building Across a Career: A Workbook Activity
Chapter 3: Developing a Learning Plan
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
The Generalist Perspective and the Plan for Learning
Guidance and Direction
Planning to Learn: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 4: Getting Started
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Student Self-Monitoring of Practice Behaviors: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 5: Learning from Supervision
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Using Supervision for Learning: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 6: Personal Safety
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Reducing the Risk of Harm: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 7: Communication
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Developing Communication Skills: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 8: Agency Context of Practice
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Agency Analysis: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 9: Community Context of Practice
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Developing Community Practice Behaviors: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 10: Social Problem Context of Practice
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Social Problem Analysis: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 11: Social Policy Context of Practice
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Social Policy Analysis: A Workbook Activity
Social Policy Reflections: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 12: Diversity and Cultural Competence
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Agency Cultural Competence: A Workbook Activity
Cultural Competence Scenarios: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 13: Professional Social Work
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Professional Social Work in Your Agency: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 14: Social Work Ethics
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Agency Ethics: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 15: Legal Issues
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Legal Issues: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 16: Planned Change
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Planned Change: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 17: Evaluating Social Work Practice
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Self-Evaluation of Practicum Performance: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 18: Integrating the Personal and Professional
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Holistic Self-Care and Areas of Stress for Social Workers: A Workbook Activity
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test
Chapter 19: Leadership and Social Justice
Chapter Preview
Background and Context
Guidance and Direction
Suggested Learning Activities
Practice Test