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Critical Publishing helps people in vocational professions, such as education, social work, policing and health, to succeed and thrive in their chosen career.
Whether you are a student, a professional or an academic, you will find plenty of books, ebooks and other resources here to sharpen your skills, update your subject knowledge, challenge your thinking and increase your well-being. Since 2012, we have been committed to publishing practical and inspirational books to support the key professions holding our society together.
New for Practice Educators

Now in its 3rd edition and with a new author team of Paula Beesley and Sue Taplin.
Practice Education in Social Work is an invaluable guide for Practice Educators and Practice Supervisors undertaking learning and assessment to gain and maintain Stage 1 or 2 status under the Practice Educator Professional Standards for Social Work (2019) and for those involved in facilitating the learning, support, assessment and CPD of Practice Educators.
Anti-racism in Education

A powerful book comprising stories of anti-racist action by higher education scholars including researchers and teachers at various stages of their careers. Aimed at and relevant for anyone in education, it encourages reflection on the tolerance of racist structures and strategies to help enact positive change.
An edited volume, each chapter discusses the author's experiences of racism, including how they became part of anti-racist teaching activism through a growing understanding of the impact of racism in education. Common themes are highlighted throughout so readers can engage with relevant ideas and issues to draw inspiration for their own anti-racist action.