Introduction to Professional Ethics for Social Workers

This book offers a critical introduction to professional ethics for social workers. It recognises that social work is largely a state sponsored activity and therefore poses issues in political theory.

Explanation of Practice Ethics

The traditional values and rules of practice ethics are explained using plentiful examples.

Critical Perspective and New Approach

The critique is followed by an innovative concept of social work and its relationship to the state. A new approach to practice ethics is developed based on four cardinal principles of respect, justice, citizenship, and discipline.