Overview
COMING SOON!
Grounded in the authors’ combined 55+ years of frontline experience, the second edition of Child and Youth Care in Canada: A Practical Guide builds on the strong foundation of the first edition, continuing to provide students with an applied, Canadian-focused introduction to the knowledge, competencies, and professional responsibilities required for a career in Child and Youth Care (CYC).
Combining foundational concepts with real-world practice, this text prepares students to work effectively with children, youth, families, and communities across a range of practice settings. It explores the therapeutic relationship, family engagement, evidence-based practice, and the diverse roles and responsibilities of CYC practitioners. The authors provide an authentic perspective on the rewards, challenges, and realities of working with children and youth.
Building on the 1st edition, this updated text reflects the evolving field of child and youth care through expanded coverage of current Canadian legislation, ethical standards, cultural diversity, Indigenous perspectives, and family-centred practice. Students will also find expanded career preparation guidance, real-world job examples, and updated information on practitioner wellness, burnout, and vicarious trauma.
Throughout the text, students are encouraged to think critically, reflect on their own professional development, and apply theory to practice through engaging case examples, reflection activities, and practical tools. New and updated resources help students connect classroom learning to the realities of working in the field.
What’s New in the 2nd Edition?
- New Chapter on Social Media! Explores the growing influence of digital spaces in the lives of children and youth, the importance of digital literacy, and the implications of social media for CYC practice.
- Preparing Students for Professional Practice: Strengthens coverage of employability skills, professional competencies, ethical responsibilities, and career readiness, with real-world job postings and examples to help students prepare for CYC roles.
- Greater Emphasis on Cultural Diversity and Indigenous Perspectives: Expands discussion of culturally responsive practice, Indigenous child and family services, cultural continuity, family unity, and the importance of maintaining family connections.
- Connecting Theory to Practical Application: Introduces new and updated tools, reflection activities, case files, examples, and practical strategies that students can apply in real CYC settings.
- Contemporary Research and Challenges: Incorporates updated research, evidence, statistics, and discussion of current issues affecting child and youth care practice.
- Expanded Family and Practitioner Support: Adds information on financial assistance, community-based family resources, and parenting support services, alongside updated guidance on burnout, vicarious trauma, and practitioner self-care.
Key Features:
- Case Files – Real anecdotes from the authors’ field and teaching experience.
- Pause to Reflect Boxes – Mid-chapter activities connecting learning to students’ own experiences and professional development.
- Margin Definitions – Key terms defined where they first appear.
- Boxes – Key concepts and information highlighted in a digestible format.
- Figures – Visual tools and resources supporting concept understanding.
- End-of-Chapter Content – Updated Let’s Reflect questions, Review Your Knowledge questions, a Skills Checklist, and References and Resources.
- Even more student practice opportunities! Northrose’s new eLearningplatform is included at no additional cost and provides students and instructors with quizzes, supplementary video links, and flashcards.