Youth Work: The Basics is an engaging and inspiring introduction to working with young people. Looking at a range of age groups, situations and disciplinary approaches, it offers an interdisciplinary insight into the key principles and practices involved. Throughout the text essential questions are answered, including:
- What constitutes ‘youth work’, who is it for and why do we do it?
- What practical steps can be taken in working with young people?
- How does policy influence practice?
- Why is youth work sometimes controversial?
- How can I become a youth worker?
An ideal first step for anyone interested in working with young people, and those beginning a youth work qualification, this book offers practical advice, further reading and examples throughout. It will also appeal to those working with young people in education and informal and voluntary sectors.
- ISBN13 9780415698429
- Publish Date 31 March 2014
- Publish Status Cancelled
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Imprint Routledge
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 224
- Language English