Description
Play therapy is a type of therapy that involves play and other creative forms of expression to communicate with children and help them to open up about their feelings, as well as understand their thought processes. It is used to support children with a range of mental health issues and disabilities, including children who have been sexually abused and children who are homeless.Â
In this practical Play Therapy training course, you will learn about the role of a play therapist and gain an insight into the skills and career requirements for this profession. It explores the different types of play therapies, plays therapy toys and materials, and different approaches to playing therapy. You will also explore recent trends in play therapy and familiarise yourself with key clinical practices, gaining both practical and theoretical knowledge.
Please note: This course only gives you the theoretical knowledge that you need to excel in this field. This Play Therapy doesn’t entitle you to practise as an expert in this specific field.
Learning Outcome
- Learn about the history and development of play therapy
- Gain an in-depth understanding of the child-therapist relationship
- Explore the advantages and beneficial outcomes of play therapy
- Understand the different approaches of play therapy and the best situations in which to apply them
- Familiarise with the play therapy setting, popular play therapy toys and play therapy materials
- Have an excellent understanding of the challenges in play therapy and typical issues
- Know how homelessness and sexual abuse impacts a child and how play therapy can help to heal homeless and sexually abused children
- Learn about play interventions for disaster mental health and explore recent trends in play therapy
Endorsement​
This course has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. One Education will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example, progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information, please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.
Assessment & Certification
The assessment of this course includes a written assignment which you must prepare and submit after studying the course. Once you submit your assignment, our tutors will assess it and give you a mark. If your submitted assignment is satisfactory you will be eligible for the QLS Endorsed Certificate which you can claim easily from your dashboard.
- Endorsed Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme
Who is This course for?
This course is for anyone looking to learn more about play therapy and how it works, including psychology students, counselling experts, teaching experts and social workers. There are no specific entry requirements for this course, which can be studied on a part-time or full-time basis.
Requirements
There are no specific prerequisites to enrol in this Play Therapy. Anyone and everyone can take this course.
The Play Therapy is fully accessible from any internet-enabled smart device. So, you can study from the comfort of your home!
All you need is a passion for learning, literacy, and being over the age of 16.
Career Path
This Play Therapy will help you gain all the necessary theoretical knowledge to excel in the relevant field. Enrol on our course now and get started on the journey of taking your career to the next level.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly is an ‘endorsed’ course?
An endorsed course signifies quality content and premium material in a course for the non-regulated market which has been reviewed and approved by an independent quality inspector.
Does this course have any endorsements? Do I get any endorsed certificate after completion of the course?Â
This course has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. After successfully completing the course & with a 60% passing score in assessment test, you will be able to order an endorsed certificate as proof of your new achievement.Â
Do I get any accredited qualifications after completing this course?Â
This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. One Education will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example, progression routes into further and/or higher education.Â
Do your certificates expire?Â
No, our certificates do not come with any expiration date.
Do I need to pay for the certification?Â
Yes, certification is available in PDF format, at the cost of £9, or a hard copy can be sent to you via post, at the cost of £15.
Do I need to pay for the exams?Â
No, there are no extra fees and hidden costs for the exam.Â
How to order a QLS certificate?Â
Endorsed certificates can be ordered and get delivered to your home by post for only £89. There is an additional £10 postage charge for international students.
What is the method of teaching?Â
The course is fully online. You can study this course at your own pace. You will be taught through a combination ofÂ
- Audio-visual Presentation
- Online study materials
How can I further assess my learning and get full tutor support? Â
Full tutor support is available only on weekdays ( Monday – Friday). You are advised to complete the assignment questions provided at the end of the course, our expert tutor will assess your assignment and will give you feedback on your performance.
How can I gift this course to my beloved one?Â
In just 3 steps you can gift any course to your beloved ones. The steps are :Â
- Select gift these course buttonÂ
- Enter your email, your recipient email and your desired messageÂ
- Select send as gift buttonÂ
- Proceed to checkout and pay for the courseÂ
And done! The course will be sent to your desired recipient.Â
Can I purchase this course in bulk?
Yes, you can. To purchase courses in bulk, add the desired number of courses in the cart and then proceed to the payment option. We also have special discounts for Business Customers.Â
How long can I access this course ?Â
All of our courses can be accessed for 1 Year. After one year you have to buy this course again if you wish to continue.