Art Therapy Diploma : Child Psychology, Counselling & Play Therapy - QLS En

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• Eligibility to earn a CPD & QLS endorsed certificate.
• Fully Online Recorded Class
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Understanding young minds is no small feat, but the Art Therapy Diploma: Child Psychology, Counselling & Play Therapy – QLS Endorsed Level 4 course provides a structured and insightful way to do just that. Focused on child psychology, counselling & play therapy, this course introduces effective approaches to support emotional expression, development, and healing in children. Through theoretical models and practical concepts, learners explore how art can serve as a non-verbal bridge to uncover thoughts, feelings, and behavioural patterns in children.

Ideal for those working with or supporting children in various settings, the course outlines essential knowledge in child psychology, counselling & play therapy techniques. From identifying developmental stages to understanding behavioural challenges, the course explores a wide scope while maintaining a focus on the therapeutic use of creative expression. Whether you're in education, care, or mental health services, this training offers relevant and applicable insights to support the emotional wellbeing of children through safe, structured therapeutic methods.

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• ➽ Course 01: Play Therapy
• ➽ Course 02: Child Psychology Diploma
• ➽ Course 03: Child and Adolescent Counselling
• ➽ Course 04: Mental Health First Aid

Learning Outcomes

• Understand core theories of child psychology and emotional development.
• Learn counselling approaches suitable for young children and adolescents.
• Explore the use of art in child-focused therapeutic settings.
• Recognise common behavioural patterns and emotional responses in children.
• Gain insights into child-centred communication strategies and techniques.

Who is this course for?

• Teachers wanting to support children's emotional needs.
• Teaching assistants seeking child psychology understanding.
• Youth workers involved in emotional and behavioural support.
• Parents interested in understanding child development and wellbeing.
• Social care professionals supporting vulnerable or at-risk children.

Career Path & Average UK Salaries

• Child Counsellor – £31,000 per year
• Art Therapist – £34,000 per year
• School Mental Health Support Worker – £26,000 per year
• Youth Support Worker – £25,000 per year
• Teaching Assistant (SEND Focus) – £20,000 per year
• Family Support Worker – £28,000 per year