Practice Models are the more specific, detailed models for how to ‘do’ social work. They are underpinned by the Meta-Theories.

This site outlines three Practice Models for Social Work:

• Problem Solving
• Task-Centre Practice
• Crisis-Intervention

Problem-Solving

The page on Problem-Solving outlines one simple model of problem-solving, and also provides a link to a more detailed model for supporting people as they solve their problems.

Task-Centred Practice

This page gives details of what is probably the most widely claimed model of social work practice in the UK, and one that can be used with a wide variety of practice situations.

Crisis-Intervention

This is a particularly useful approach when working with someone who is facing a circumstance that is experienced as being beyond their current coping strategies. It provides a clear and structured way to help people restore their equilibrium after a crisis.

Last Updated by M. Allenby – 21.8.16