Perfect for students looking towards a career in either criminology or criminal justice, this exciting text makes statistics less daunting.

This book uses key sociological concepts and theories to help student social workers better understand the nature of their work and the context within which they will be working.

Packed with student-friendly advice and the necessary tools for a rewarding and fulfilling educational experience this book will enable students to excel in their personal and professional lives as they train for their careers as counsellors and within the helping professions.

Using case studies, activities and research summaries, this accessible guide to child and family social work will provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to practice with confidence.

Using case studies, reflective questions and checklists for practice, this hands-on guide will provide busy social workers with the knowledge and skills they need to effectively and confidently make a difference to the lives of children and young people.

A step-by-step guide to effective writing in social work

Designed for both students and newly-qualified social workers, this dip in and out of guide introduces students to over 350 key theories, theorists and concepts in a concise and no-nonsense way. Careful cross-referencing will help students make important connections, while selected further reading will prove you with a springboard to further learning.

Two of the world's leading experts explore the connections between crime and economic conditions, covering a range of theoretical and empirical approaches, in a lively and readable manner.

An essential text for students on the PQ Adult Social Work pathway