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Did you know that play is essential for children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development? This “Child Playwork” course provides a foundation to understand and support children’s play. Statistics underscore the positive impacts of professional playwork, showing up to a 50% increase in children’s play satisfaction, a 40% improvement in outcomes for disadvantaged children, and a 30% boost in professional development opportunities for practitioners. Furthermore, it addresses reducing risks associated with inadequate play by up to 20% and supports achieving Sustainable Development Goals by up to 10%. Recognising children’s play rights, choices, and needs, playwork professionals play a pivotal role in enriching children’s play experiences, thereby supporting their learning, health, and happiness. Explore playwork principles, benefits, and challenges, delve into inclusive practices and safe environments, and gain insight into the administrative and legal frameworks.

Description

The “Child Playwork” course is an in-depth exploration of the essential role of play in child development and well-being. Beginning with an introduction to playwork, it delves into the theories, principles, and practices that underpin effective playwork. Learners will discover the wide-ranging benefits of play, from enhancing learning capabilities to promoting health and well-being, and understand the critical importance of economic and social contributions to communities.

Child Playwork also addresses the detrimental effects of play deprivation, advocating for inclusive play that caters to all children. Through modules on designing play spaces and the administrative and legislative framework of playwork, participants will gain the skills necessary to implement safe, engaging, and beneficial playwork provisions. Reflection on playwork practice further encourages a thoughtful, informed approach to supporting children’s play.

Learning Outcomes:
  • Grasp the core concepts of child playwork and its theoretical foundations.
  • Understand the educational, health, and developmental benefits of playwork.
  • Recognise the economic and social value of playwork to communities.
  • Identify the consequences of play deprivation on child development.
  • Learn how to design inclusive play spaces and environments.
  • Navigate the legislative and administrative aspects of playwork provision.

Join our Child Playwork course to become adept at creating play environments that cater to the developmental needs of children. Enrol Now!

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Certificate of Achievement

Upon successful completion, you will qualify for the UK and internationally-recognised CPD certificate and you can choose to make your achievement formal by obtaining your PDF Certificate at a cost of £4.99 and Hardcopy Certificate for £9.99.

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Requirements​

The Child Playwork course requires no prior degree or experience. All you require is English proficiency, numeracy literacy and a gadget with stable internet connection. Learn and train for a prosperous career in the thriving and fast-growing industry of Child Playwork, without any fuss.

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Course Curriculum

Module 01: Introduction to Child Playwork
Introduction to Child Playwork 00:40:00
Module 02: Playwork Theory, Principles and Practices
Playwork Theory, Principles and Practices 01:10:00
Module 03: The Educational and Learning Benefits of Playwork
The Education and Learning Benefits of Playwork 00:40:00
Module 04: Play and Playwork in a Health and Well-Being Context
Play and Playwork in a Health and Well-Being Context 01:00:00
Module 05: The Economic and Social Benefits of Playwork
The Economic and Social Benefits of Playwork 01:00:00
Module 06: The Developmental Benefits of Playwork
The Developmental and Behavioural Benefits of Playwork 00:45:00
Module 07: The Negative Results of Play Deprivation
The Negative Results of Play Deprivation 00:10:00
Module 08: Inclusive Play and Play Environment
Inclusive Play and Challenging Play Environment 00:35:00
Module 09: Designing Play Spaces
Designing Play Spaces 01:10:00
Module 10: The Administrative Context of a Playwork Provision
The Administrative Context of a Playwork Provision 01:10:00
Module 11: Legislation for Safeguarding Children and Child Playwork
Legislation for Safeguarding Children and Child Playwork 00:40:00
Module 12: Reflective Playwork Practice
Reflective Playwork Practice 00:40:00
Assignment
Assignment – Child Playwork 00:00:00
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