The Social Work Field Placement: A Competency-Based Approach Second Edition, New

Be Ready for the Field from Day One.About This TextDesigned for BSW and MSW students, this authoritative guide helps you integrate classroom learning with field experiences in a purposeful, reflective, and unified way. Chapters map activities to the nine CSWE professional social work competencies and build skills through field reflections, critical-thinking questions, case summaries with discussion prompts, learning activities, and QR-linked electronic resources. Instructor materials are available.CourseConnect is an interactive learning platform that helps you learn faster, study smarter, retain more, and feel confident on exam day. It structures field learning around CSWE competencies with applied scenarios, checklists, reflections, and quick checks―so you can track progress and meet placement milestones. Included with your print purchase.What’s New in the Second EditionFully updated to the 2022 CSWE EPASNew chapter on understanding agency organizational culture and its community contextAdded guidance on creating a performance improvement plan in supervisionCurrent research on policy, practice, and updates on social welfare policies, including NASW prioritiesWhy Students Love This TextClear, competency-based structure that links field tasks to CSWE outcomesLearning activities for each competency to organize your placement workDownloadable student resources, including a competency reflection log for data-driven evaluationsQR-coded electronic resources for each chapterAttention to interprofessional writing, collaboration, and self-careGet it with CourseConnect: the Smarter Way to Succeed.Included with your print purchase. CourseConnect is an interactive learning platform that helps you learn faster, study smarter, retain more, and feel confident on exam day. Go beyond the book with tools that help you learn, apply, and assess your progress anywhere, anytime.Bite-sized interactive lessons for focused, efficient studyApplied scenarios that connect concepts to practiceQuizzes and flashcards with instant feedbackPersonal dashboard to track strengths, gaps, and progressStudy tools, including notes, bookmarks, and searchCourse Coach―Expert-powered AI tutor ready to provide trusted explanations and study supportPrint books include a CourseConnect access code inside the front cover.Continuous Online Access is for the life of the product edition, plus one year. Read more