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Social Work Books in the Reference Section
The Social Work Dictionary, 5th ed.
REF HV12 B37 2003
Provides basic definitions of social work terminology and concepts. Includes a chronology of milestones in the development of social work and social welfare.
The Encyclopedia of Social Work, 20th ed.
REF HV12 .E53 2008 vols. 1-4
Published by the NASW Press, provides comprehensive coverage of social work topics in extended articles written by area specialists. Articles include citations and suggested lists for further reading.
Social Worker's Desk Reference, 2nd ed.
REF HV40 .S6464 2009
A practitioner-oriented volume, provides reliable and accessible information about effective services and treatment approaches across the spectrum of social work practice. Includes helpful website and reference lists at the end of each article.
A Guide to Essential Human Services, 2nd ed.
REF HV91 .R383 2010
Written for practitioners, provides information about how to locate and access human services for clients. Includes contact information for resources addressing a wide array of client needs.
Professional Writing for the Human Services
REF HV41 .P759 1993
Provides guidance on research and writing for publication in human services. Offers advice on how to develop qualitative and quantitative research studies, research methodology, and presenting findings.
An Author's Guide to Social Work Journals, 5th ed.
REF HV85 .A93 2009
Updated in 2009, provides publication information and author guidelines for over 200 key social work journals.
