The Social Work Practicum: A Guide and Workbook for Students (Connecting Core Competencies) by Cynthia L. Garthwait offers a structured yet personalized roadmap for acquiring the essential competencies required of social work professionals. This workbook integrates theoretical knowledge with practical application, providing a unique format to understand, structure, implement, and evaluate practicum experiences at both the BSW and MSW levels. Key topics include social work education, teaching methodologies, practicum practices, field instruction, and the integration of theory into practice through the planned change process. Ideal for Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and Master of Social Work (MSW) candidates as well as new professionals in the field of social work.