Social Work with Children and Families: Getting Into Practice

Social Work with Children and Families: Getting Into Practice
ISBN-10
1843105985
ISBN-13
9781843105985
Series
Social Work with Children and Families
Category
Social Science
Pages
302
Language
English
Published
2011
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Authors
Ian Butler, Caroline Hickman

Description

This book presents the knowledge and skills required for effective practice with children and families. Updated to cover recent developments in professional practice and child protection.

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