Human Services in Contemporary

Burger, William R.

ISBN 10: 0840032072 / ISBN 13: 9780840032072

Published by Brooks Cole, 2010

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Synopsis:

Reflecting the latest policy and practice changes, "Human Services in Contemporary America, 8e" delivers a thorough examination of human services - providing students with an insightful, realistic portrayal of the field. Using a unique multidisciplinary approach, the book offers a complete overview of the helping field, its available programs, and the practical skills workers can employ. It also illustrates how recent governmental policy shifts impact the way human services professionals work. "Human Services" is renowned for the way it presents the history and practice of human services through the lens of a social problems and policy perspective. Throughout the text, Professor Burger helps readers understand how social, economic, and political issues affect them as a human service worker as well as the people they serve. Both practical and relevant to today's students, the text is packed with captivating, real-life examples that highlight personal experiences and other options available to legislators - such as national health care. It also offers insightful information on selected careers within the field, including training and licensing requirements.

Product Description: Provides students with an insightful, realistic portrayal of the field. This book offers a complete overview of the helping field, its available programs, and the practical skills workers can employ. It helps them to understand how social, economic, and political issues affect them as a human service worker as well as the people they serve.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Human Services in Contemporary
Publisher: Brooks Cole
Publication Date: 2010
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Good