This textbook is designed to help students develop the nine core social work competencies outlined by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) in its 2022  Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards  (EPAS). Visit the  2022 EPAS website  to learn more about these standards and competencies. Social Work Practice with Individuals, Families, and Groups: An Integrated Approach  serves as a foundational text that supports students through effective practice with multiple levels of client systems, from the classroom to the profession. Authors Shelagh Jane Larkin and Jaylene Krieg Schaefer have integrated the practicum experience throughout the core chapters, emphasizing its role as the first area of social work practice. Developed with both BSW and foundational MSW programs in mind, this text offers an accessible exploration of social work practice with individuals, families, and groups through diverse case studies and practical examples aligned with the 2022 EPAS core competencies. Overall, Social Work Practice with Individuals, Families, and Groups: An Integrated Approach is praised for its breadth, practicality, and application to the field of social work. It is a valuable resource for both students and practitioners looking to improve their understanding and skills when working with diverse groups. -- Stephanie Little ― Draft Chapter Review Published On: 2024-02-29 A textbook for educators who are preparing social work practitioners for new emerging generations. How we view groups and families post-COVID-19 will require refined approaches and innovation. -- Parris Baker ― Draft Chapter Review Published On: 2024-03-01 This textbook is easy to read and contains ′real life′ scenarios for social work students, which aids them in preparing for field work. -- Pam Clary ― Draft Chapter Review Published On: 2024-02-29 Dr. Shelagh Larkin is a licensed independent social worker who obtained her Ph.D. and MSW in social work from the University of Kentucky. She has 36 years of experience in practice and social work education. Her practice experience is in the areas of mental health, child welfare, and eating disorders. She has worked at various client system levels, including with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Dr. Larkin served as the director for field education for 25 years at Xavier University where she was responsible for all aspects of the practicum program. She has also taught individual, family, and group practice courses and is currently an assistant professor at Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio.  Dr. Jaylene Krieg Schaefer is a licensed independent social worker who obtained her PhD in social work from Indiana University and her MSW from University of Kentucky  She has more than 30 years of practice experience in child protection, home visitation, adolescent mental health, program administration, and medical social work. Dr. Schaefer has taught both BSW and MSW students in some capacity since 1998.  She is currently an associate professor and chair for the social work department at Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio.