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Paperback. Presenting an approach to strengthening non-profit boards of directors, this book offers a thoroughly tested process for strengthening a governing board's understanding of the organization and commitment to its goals and mission. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN1; KJM; KJVX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 157 x 22. Weight in Grams: 412.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780787942939
ISBN
9780787942939
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 56.71

Paperback. This book examines the purpose and structure of social policy and presents the various domains of policy required for the course (child welfare, housing, social security, income, and more). Num Pages: 448 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JKS; JPQB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 190 x 26. Weight in Grams: 604.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
SAGE Publications Inc
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781452240312
ISBN
9781452240312
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 236.68

Paperback. In 2003, in the face of errors and accidents caused by medical and surgical trainees, the American Council of Graduate Medical Education mandated a reduction in resident work hours to eighty per week. This title takes up the apparent paradox of medical professionals resisting reforms designed to help them and their patients. Num Pages: 232 pages, 7 line drawings, 4 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JKS; MBP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 340.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Number of pages
232
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226430034
ISBN
9780226430034
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 29.52

Paperback. .
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781138802896
ISBN
9781138802896
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 30.87

Paperback. Focuses on the pension reform experiences in Central-Eastern Europe, while starting from a broader theoretical and empirical context. This book provides evidence for the political feasibility of radical pension reform, considered unlikely in the West. It contains papers by economists, political scientists and sociologists. Editor(s): Mueller, Katharina; Ryll, Andreas; Wagener, Hans-Jurgen. Series: Contributions to Economics. Num Pages: 306 pages, 6 black & white illustrations, 42 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: 1DF; 1DV; JKSB; JPQB; KFFP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 1020.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Physica
Edition
Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1999
Condition
New
SKU
V9783790812107
ISBN
9783790812107
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 127.88

Paperback. Essential knowledge and skills are examined in this introduction and key debates approached in an accessible, informative and engaging way. Underpinned by research, case scenarios and advice to make close illustrative links with practice, this text will stimulate interest and actively engage the reader. Num Pages: 760 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 190 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1410.
Publisher
Pearson Education Limited
Number of pages
760
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781408244708
ISBN
9781408244708
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 71.67

Paperback. This accessible book demonstrates how managers and practitioners can overcome workplace distress, fatigue and burnout by understanding the causes and implementing practical strategies. The book is full of techniques and tips that will be invaluable to all social work managers and practitioners seeking to beat workplace stress overload and burnout. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 154 x 16. Weight in Grams: 336.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849051163
ISBN
9781849051163
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.70

Hardcover. The book is unique in drawing together contributors from a range of different disciplines to consider the issues and challenges involved for social work practice in multi agency working. Editor(s): Morris, Kate. Series: Social Work in Practice Series. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 178 x 18. .
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861349460
ISBN
9781861349460
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 86.20

Paperback. In this book the authors use evidence from the National Evaluation of the Children's Fund to explore the experiences of children and families who are most marginalised. They consider the historical context of approaches to child welfare, and present a new framework for understanding and developing preventative polices and practice. Num Pages: 168 pages. BIC Classification: JFF; JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 10. Weight in Grams: 264.
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
168
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861349651
ISBN
9781861349651
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 34.92

Paperback. Explores the challenges and opportunities for social-work education and practice within the context of multi-agency working. This book includes perspectives of those using services as well as describing the relevant legal and policy context and offering an overview of key research findings. Editor(s): Morris, Kate. Series: Social Work in Practice Series. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 238 x 172 x 10. Weight in Grams: 334.
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861349453
ISBN
9781861349453
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 29.12

Paperback. This book uses examples of advocacy to explore how to be a good advocate, emphasising the importance of listening to and working with an advocacy partner and explaining how to prepare for and behave in meetings. It is illustrated throughout with colour drawings and case studies. Illustrator(s): Lyon, Kate. Num Pages: 56 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JKS; JNS; YXK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 173 x 4. Weight in Grams: 181.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
56
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843104773
ISBN
9781843104773
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.60

Paperback. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBCO; 3JJP; 3JM; BTC; JKSW1; JKV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 132. Weight in Grams: 367.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Random House Canada Canada
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780307363145
ISBN
9780307363145
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 15.94

Paperback. This practical guide provides techniques and exercises to help practitioners work in a structured and focused way with parents after domestic violence has occurred. It sets out a framework for assessing risks and needs, and covers how to build strengths, set goals, and plan an intervention pathway. Num Pages: 144 pages, 10 line drawings. BIC Classification: JFFE3; JKSB1; JKSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 295 x 211 x 10. Weight in Grams: 400.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
144
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849050210
ISBN
9781849050210
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.99
€ 44.87

Paperback. An essential guide on effective supervision for managers and their staff. Series: Post-Qualifying Social Work Leadership and Management Handbooks. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN; KJMV2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 171 x 10. Weight in Grams: 328.
Publisher
SAGE Publications Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
176
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781446266557
ISBN
9781446266557
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 51.99
€ 46.61

Paperback. This compact, focused guide is perfect for students and others new to the field of gerontology. Features include further reading for each chapter, a glossary of key terms, and tables that provide easy reference points. Series: Short Guides. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: JFSP31; JKSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 200 x 129 x 18. Weight in Grams: 278.
Publisher
Policy Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781447328384
ISBN
9781447328384
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 24.57

Paperback. Drawing on cognitive behavioural therapy principles, this book is a valuable resource for helping children and young people understand and control their stress. It uses example scenarios, activities and young people's comments to teach them effective emotional management skills and is aimed at those working with young people as well as parents. Series: Gremlin and Thief CBT Workbooks. Num Pages: 136 pages, 10 b&w line drawings. BIC Classification: JKSN2; JNH; VFJS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 174 x 247 x 9. Weight in Grams: 310.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
88
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
Workbook
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849053402
ISBN
9781849053402
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.84

Paperback. BIC Classification: JKSF; VFXC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 150 x 211 x 22. Weight in Grams: 334.
Publisher
CoramBAAF
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781910039359
ISBN
9781910039359
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 23.58

Paperback. Draws on in-depth research with marginalised young people and the professionals who support them to explore the implications of a 'vulnerability zeitgeist', asking how far the rise of vulnerability in welfare and criminal justice processes serves the interests of those who are most disadvantaged. Num Pages: 252 pages. BIC Classification: JFSP2; JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 159 x 235 x 20. Weight in Grams: 400.
Publisher
Policy Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781447318187
ISBN
9781447318187
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 36.34

Paperback. Contains all the mandatory units and a number of optional units to provide the information learners need to succeed. Series: CACHE Level 3 Extended Diploma for CYPW. Num Pages: 376 pages. BIC Classification: 4KV; JKSB1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 274 x 219 x 19. Weight in Grams: 986.
Publisher
Pearson Education Limited United Kingdom
Number of pages
376
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780435075491
ISBN
9780435075491
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 45.38

Paperback. .
Publisher
Pearson Education Limited
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781447972440
ISBN
9781447972440
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 56.55

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