About this eTextbook
Karen K. Kirst-Ashman's introductory book enhances readers' ability to grasp the essence and spirit of generalist social work and the issues in social welfare that social workers address every day. Giving those who are contemplating a career in social work a solid introduction to the profession, Kirst-Ashman presents a balanced introductory look within a unifying theme of critical thinking that trains readers to be more evaluative of key concepts.
This fifth edition is completely updated in every chapter, and includes practice concepts, social welfare policy concepts, history and current state of the profession, the contexts of practice and populations served, and professional development. Written in a clear and straightforward manner, the book provides numerous case examples to illustrate social work practice. ISBNs for Empowerment Series: Introduction to Social Work & Social Welfare: Critical Thinking Perspectives are 9798214342474, and the print ISBNs are 9781305388390, 1305388399.
Additional ISBNs include 9781305804647, 9781305857582, 9781337231381, 9781337472890, 9781305856080, 9780357695166.
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- Author: Karen K. Kirst-Ashman
- Publisher: Cengage Learning
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