This unit of study introduces students to key dimensions of human service organisations. A range of theoretical models from different disciplinary perspectives are presented and critically examined from the viewpoints of key stakeholders including workers, service users, managers, funding bodies and policy makers. A focus on the organisational context of professional practice in the human services contributes to students' preparation for their future practice.
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
Relevant articles will also be made available to students via VU Collaborate.
This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):