Social Work For The Twenty First Century

Download or read book Social Work for the Twenty-first Century written by Francis K. O. Yuen and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2006-04-30 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work is a critical analysis of the various aspects of social work education and practice. It argues that social work is still a profession searching for a firm identity and a clear and respectful image. The incorporation of science and scientific approach into social work education and practice appears to be the key for the profession to continue to grow and gain its rightful place in the professional and academic communities. Lastly, this book is intended to generate productive dialogues to advance the profession and its educational processes.