Ethics for social care in Ireland
Subtitle: philosophy and practice
By: Manus Charleton
Publisher: Gill & Macmillan
Published: 2007
Place of publication: Dublin
Language: eng
Number of pages: 183
ISBN-13: 9780717142576
Subjects: Social case work; Social policy; Moral and ethical aspects; Philosophy; Social conditions; Social work; Ethics
Description: This book relates values to ethical issues and ethical practices within social care in Ireland. It explains the importance of values, particularly in terms of supporting improvements in care services in Ireland. It provides chapter questions for consideration and discussion, as well as exercises and case studies. It includes material for critical reflection on the understanding of values. It is written for students taking courses in Applied Social Care, Social Science, Social Policy, Social Studies and Philosophy where ethics or social issues are part of the course. It is also suitable for those who work in social care across a range of government and voluntary agencies.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.