This practical guide will takes you step by step through your social work placement, guiding you through what you will be expected to do, and helping you to make the most of your placement. You will learn how to apply the theory and skills you've learnt in practice, to your own observations as well as to your placement portfolio, and how to gain the feedback you need. The books is packed full of hands-on advice, alongside a variety of learning features: student voices talking about their own placement experiences, chapter checklists, reflective tasks, and potential placement pitfalls and opportunities which demonstrate different ways to approach situations you may encounter on placement.
Introduction
Chapter One - Getting to know yourself as a learner
Chapter Two - Fulfilling the university process within a placement
Chapter Three - Establishing a relationship with your practice educator
Chapter Four - Cultivating a relationship with service users and carers
Chapter Five - Understanding your social work skills, knowledge and values in your professional practice
Chapter Six - Enhancing your ability to critically reflect
Chapter Seven - Responding positively to constructive feedback
Chapter Eight - Evidencing your capability on placement
Chapter Nine - Writing your academic assignment
Chapter Ten - Conclusion
