Empowerment Series Understanding Generalist Practice 8th Edition by Kirst-Ashman & Hull Jr. (2016)

Empowerment Series: Understanding Generalist Practice, 8th Edition by Karen K. Kirst-Ashman and Grafton H. Hull, Jr. is the leading social work practice textbook — the foundational resource organized around the coherent and cohesive Generalist Intervention Model (GIM) that incorporates the knowledge, skills, and professional values needed to work effectively with individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations. Part of the Brooks/Cole Empowerment Series published by Cengage Learning.

This comprehensive social work practice text focuses on micro levels of social work practice while also addressing the interrelationship among micro, mezzo, and macro levels of intervention — providing students with the integrated perspective essential for competent generalist social work practice. Throughout, the text clearly identifies content related to the latest Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS), ensuring alignment with current accreditation requirements.

The 8th Edition has been updated to reflect current topics and practice approaches, with learning objectives correlated to chapter headings and summaries to guide reading and reinforce understanding. Case examples, critical thinking exercises, and practice skill application opportunities throughout help students develop the professional competencies required for effective generalist social work practice in diverse community and organizational settings.

Essential for BSW and MSW programs accredited by CSWE, and for students preparing for the ASWB social work licensing examination (LMSW, LSW). Topics include: generalist practice foundations, the GIM model, working with individuals and families, group work, community practice, macro-level interventions, diversity and cultural competence, ethics, and evidence-based practice.