2016 | OriginalPaper | Chapter
First days on placement
Published in:
Practice Learning in Social Work
This chapter progresses forward from the previous chapter’s focus on the preparation for placement to the frst days within the placement setting and the importance of a well-planned induction. Early placement days should primarily be structured around a robust induction period: ‘A properly planned induction programme will provide reassurance, aid motivation and improve performance’ (Williams and Rutter, 2010, p. 38).