The Social Work Companion will let the student know what to expect from their course and will be there every step of the way as an essential reference. Offering wide-ranging yet accessible coverage of the core topics, along with important advice on study skills, this book is the essential survival guide for social work students.

Preface
Introduction
PART ONE: STUDYING SOCIAL WORK
Introduction
Law, Politics and Society
Your Social Work Course
Maximising Your Learning
Conclusion
PART TWO: CORE TOPICS IN SOCIAL WORK
Introduction
Social Work Processes
The Social Context
Human Development
The Organizational Context
Law and Policy
The Value Base
Reflective Practice
Conclusion
PART THREE: KEY TERMS AND CONCEPTS
PART FOUR: KEY THEORIES AND THEORISTS
PART FIVE: DRAWING ON RESEARCH
Introduction
Why is Research Important?
Understanding Research Methods and Process
Incorporating Research into Practice
Conclusion
PART SIX: CAREER PATHWAYS
Introduction
Career Opportunities Across Settings
Continuous Professional Development
Applying for Jobs
Conclusion
PART SEVEN: GUIDE TO FURTHER LEARNING

NEIL THOMPSON is a well-known and respected author and editor with over ninety publications to his name.

SUE THOMPSON is an experienced social worker and practice teacher. She has a growing number of publications relating to social work and social care.