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A Dictionary of Social Work and Social Care

by Harris, John; White, Vicky
Series: Oxford Paperback Reference Edition statement:1st Published by : Oxford University Press (Oxford) Physical details: 513 Pages 13x19 cm | PB ISBN:9780199543052.
Subject(s): Medical care -- Social service
Year: 2013
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This new dictionary provides over 1,500 alphabetically arranged definitions of terms from the field of social care, concentrating on social work as a significant area within this field. Covering social work theories, methods, policies, organizations, and statutes, as well as key terms from interdisciplinary topics such as health and education, this is the most up-to-date dictionary of its kind available. It also provides extended entries on special fields such as children and families, domestic violence, and residential care. The dictionary includes useful appendices containing a glossary of acronyms and a Table of Legislation, Regulations, and Codes of Practice. Entry-level bibliographies and web links provide further resources and the web links are listed and regularly updated on a dedicated companion website.
A Dictionary of Social Work and Social Care is a must-have for students of social care and related subjects, as well as for qualified social workers undertaking continuing professional development programs.

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