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The dependability of social work in the Arab world has been implicitly questioned. This is revealed in many forms , ranging  from lack of appropriate recognition to social services being provided by non-professionals lacking the basics of the trade. Both social- work practitioners and educators are to be blamed for this status of the profession.   It is time Arab practitioners demonstrated effectiveness with clients, so that they would be considered dependable . single system designs , almost ignored in Arab literature to data, can help social workers evaluate their intervention and improve its efficiency.

Single system designs consist of a methodology and practice model, at the same time . their use can help make the profession more scientifically oriented. The article presents a critical review of single – system designs , their historic development , utility and limitations.