Human Services in Contemporary America

Author:   William Burger (Kingsborough Community College of the City University of New York)
Publisher:   Cengage Learning, Inc
Edition:   10th edition
ISBN:  

9781305966840


Pages:   384
Publication Date:   06 April 2017
Format:   Paperback
Availability:   In stock   Availability explained
We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately.

Our Price $496.19 Quantity:  
Add to Cart

Share |

Human Services in Contemporary America


Add your own review!

Overview

Reflecting the latest policies and practices, HUMAN SERVICES IN CONTEMPORARY AMERICA, 10th Edition uses a unique multidisciplinary approach to deliver a comprehensive overview of the helping field, its available programs, and the practical skills workers can employ. Completely up-to-date and written in a clear, non-technical style, the text illustrates how recent governmental policy shifts impact the way human services professionals work. Its presentation of the history and practice of human services through the lens of a social problems and policy perspective is truly unique. As you progress from chapter to chapter, you'll see how social, economic, and political issues may affect you as a human services worker as well as the people you serve. Practical and relevant, the text is packed with captivating, real-life examples of human services work across the country. It also provides invaluable information on selected careers within the field.

Full Product Details

Author:   William Burger (Kingsborough Community College of the City University of New York)
Publisher:   Cengage Learning, Inc
Imprint:   Brooks/Cole
Edition:   10th edition
Dimensions:   Width: 20.30cm , Height: 1.60cm , Length: 25.30cm
Weight:   0.703kg
ISBN:  

9781305966840


ISBN 10:   1305966848
Pages:   384
Publication Date:   06 April 2017
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In stock   Availability explained
We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately.

Table of Contents

1. Human Services in the United States Today. 2. Groups in Need. 3. Human Services in Historical Perspective. 4. Theoretical Perspectives. 5. The Human Services Worker. 6. Careers in Human Services. 7. Social Policy. 8. Prevention in Human Services. 9. Current Controversies and Issues.

Reviews

Author Information

William R. Burger is a Full Professor at The City University of New York at Kingsborough Community College. He has served as the Chairperson of the Department of Behavioral Sciences and Human Services and formerly served as the Director of the Mental Health and Human Services Program. Dr. Burger has developed and taught a range of Human Services courses, has been a guest lecturer at various colleges and universities, and has written guest articles for various newspapers. He is a well-known figure within the Human Services field.

Tab Content 6

Author Website:  

Customer Reviews

Recent Reviews

No review item found!

Add your own review!

Countries Available

All regions
Latest Reading Guide

Aorrng

Shopping Cart
Your cart is empty
Shopping cart
Mailing List