David was until recently a Senior Lecturer at Manchester Metropolitan University. He worked for many years as a qualified mental health social worker and service manager in central Manchester. His previous book, Social Work Practice Learning was published by SAGE in 2014.
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The Idea of Social Work: A Brief Introduction The New Professional Capabilities Framework and Revised Placement Structure Planning and Beginning your Placement Understanding Values and Ethics Translating Values and Ethics into Practice Assessment and Evidencing your Practice Learning Introducing Risk in the Context of Social Work Practice Learning Using Supervision, Reflective Practice and Critical Thinking Understanding Problem Solving Getting Ready for Professional Practice
This is a very accessible book which I believe clearly outlines many of the situations and experiences which a student encounters and which can contribute to their learning. -- Karen Hillison This timely book will be a godsend to both students and practice educators studying or new to the role. Thorough examination of the practice learning process peppered with reference links and reflective activities makes this an engaging and accessible text. Thoroughly recommended! -- Donna Jones I feel this an excellent book which gives the student a step-by-step guide to Practice Learning and all the areas they need to know about undertaking a Placement. I like how the author included young people's views. This book will also be very useful to new and experienced Practice Educators. -- Elaine Flynn