Making Sense of the Children Act 1989
Title | Making Sense of the Children Act 1989 PDF eBook |
Author | Nick Allen |
Publisher | John Wiley & Sons |
Total Pages | 350 |
Release | 2005-09-01 |
Genre | Psychology |
ISBN | 0470016256 |
The Children Act is a major piece of legislation that affects all professionals working with children. Since the third edition of this book was published in 1996, there have been some important developments. This Fourth Edition takes these developments into consideration. Topics discussed include case law in the superior courts; the establishment of CAFCASS; and the Fostering Services Regulations of 2002; and much more.
Making Sense of the Children Act 1989
Title | Making Sense of the Children Act 1989 PDF eBook |
Author | Nick Allen |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 180 |
Release | 1990 |
Genre | Child welfare |
ISBN | 9780582057425 |
Making Sense of the Children Act
Title | Making Sense of the Children Act PDF eBook |
Author | Nick Allen |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 232 |
Release | 1992 |
Genre | Children |
ISBN | 9780582098275 |
This is a guide to the Children Act 1989, now updated and expanded to cover the secondary legislation and guidance issued by the Department of Health during 1991. It is specifically geared to make accessible the Children Act for social care staff and helps social work staff and child care workers (voluntary and statutory organizations) understand how the new Act changes their practice. It also deals with how different parts of the Act relate to previous legislation.
Making Sense of the Children Act
Title | Making Sense of the Children Act PDF eBook |
Author | Nick Allen (Lecturer in Law) |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 0 |
Release | 1998 |
Genre | Child abuse |
ISBN |
Making Sense of Every Child Matters
Title | Making Sense of Every Child Matters PDF eBook |
Author | Richard Barker |
Publisher | Policy Press |
Total Pages | 224 |
Release | 2008-11-12 |
Genre | Education |
ISBN | 1847420117 |
"This much-needed book examines the implications of the Every Child Matters (ECM) national and local framework for working with children. It analyses the key issues from the perspective of the different professions that make up the 'new children's workforce' and explores interprofessional considerations." "Offering a clear guide to the implications of Every Child Matters for practice, this book will be widely welcomed by tutors and practitioners alike, enabling readers to make sense of the legislation and national guidance, and to understand better the new agendas for children's services."--BOOK JACKET.
The Child's World
Title | The Child's World PDF eBook |
Author | Janet Anne Basarab-Horwath |
Publisher | Jessica Kingsley Publishers |
Total Pages | 353 |
Release | 2001-01-01 |
Genre | Social Science |
ISBN | 1853029572 |
Written for professionals involved in the assessment of children in need, this book is a comprehensive guide to recent developments in research and practice. It looks at the policy framework for assessment, the actual process of assessment, how to assess the developmental needs of children and how to assess their parents' and family's capacity to meet those needs. The contributors are experts from a range of fields and the guide, which was developed by the NSPCC and is published in association with them, is designed to facilitate productive joint agency work. Key topics covered include: * ecological perspectives on the child and the family * attachment theory and child development * assessing families where the parents have a learning disability * working with children and families from minority ethnic groups * the effect of sexual abuse within the family on the assessment process * assessment prior to birth. Originally commissioned by the Department of Health, and outlining the developments and theory underpinning their Framework for the Assessment of Children in Need and their Families this book will be essential reading for qualified and trainee social workers and those completing the Post Qualifying Award in Child Care. It will also be an indispensable guide for psychologists, teachers, health visitors, and any other professionals and qualifying professionals involved in the assessment of children in need.
Child Protection
Title | Child Protection PDF eBook |
Author | Eileen Munro |
Publisher | SAGE |
Total Pages | 206 |
Release | 2007-01-19 |
Genre | Social Science |
ISBN | 9781412911795 |
Child Protection is part of an exciting new series from SAGE. Developed as accessible reference tools, SAGE Course Companions offer comprehensive introductions to core subjects, encouraging students to extend their understanding of key concepts, issues and debates. Child Protection offers readers an accessible overview of the core themes in child abuse and child protection, helping readers understand both the theory and practice involved in child protection, as well as enhancing their thinking skills in line with course requirements.