Child Playwork— Online Class
Get ready to dive into the world of child playwork with an online class full of fun and creativity!
Location
Online
Refund Policy
About this event
This Child Playwork online class provides an enriching journey into the foundation and application of playwork across multiple dimensions. Learners begin with theoretical grounding and explore how play contributes to educational, developmental, and well-being outcomes. Key insights reveal how deprivation affects children and why inclusive play spaces are essential for diverse experiences.
Further modules highlight the administrative and legislative contexts that underpin safe, purposeful Child Playwork practice. From understanding economic and social impacts to safeguarding regulations in child play provision, the course prepares learners to navigate reflective practices and shape play environments that support growth and engagement.
Learning Outcomes:
- Individuals facilitating play and developmental activities in childcare settings
- Learners interested in inclusive and purposeful play design
- Caregivers aiming to understand the health aspects of playwork
- Those involved in managing or administrating playwork provisions
- Participants exploring legislation and safeguarding in children's play
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Child Playwork— Online Class Descriptions:
The Child Playwork industry continues to grow as awareness of play's educational and developmental value increases. In the United States, over 62% of children under age 12 engage in structured play environments weekly, with rising demand for quality play spaces. The sector supports both community and school programmes, contributing significantly to emotional and cognitive development.
This Child Playwork course equips learners to understand the theory, practice, and design of meaningful play environments. With modules on health, education, inclusivity, and reflective practice, participants gain comprehensive insight into creating and managing impactful playwork settings. The curriculum also addresses safeguarding legislation, ensuring learners understand responsibilities within a regulated framework.
Whether you're shaping playgrounds, leading activities, or guiding policy, the Child Playwork course helps you connect play to growth, well-being, and social benefit. Learn how inclusive, well-designed play spaces can change lives, and why play is more than fun—it’s fundamental.
Who is this course for:
- Individuals facilitating play and developmental activities in childcare settings
- Learners interested in inclusive and purposeful play design
- Caregivers aiming to understand the health aspects of playwork
- Those involved in managing or administrating playwork provisions
- Participants exploring legislation and safeguarding in children's play
Career Path:
- Child Playwork Coordinator
- Inclusive Play Facilitator
- Youth Activity Planner
- Early Years Engagement Aide
- Playground Environment Advisor
- Child Well-being Programme Assistant
Why Choose the Institute of Mental Health?
- Earn a CPD QS Accredited Certificate upon completion.
- Affordable and designed for easy comprehension.
- Instant access to start learning immediately.
- 12 Months of access to course materials after enrolment.
- Enjoy the flexibility of online learning from anywhere in the world.
- 24/7 support available to assist you throughout your learning journey.
- Fully online course with interactive lessons for an engaging learning experience.
Requirements
You don’t need any educational qualifications or experience to enrol in the course.
Do note: You must be at least 16 years old to enrol.
Any internet-connected device, such as a computer, tablet, or smartphone, can access this online course.
Process of Evaluation
After studying the course, an MCQ exam or assignment will test your skills and knowledge. You have to get a score of 60% to pass the test and get your certificate.
Certificate of Achievement
Certificate of Completion – Digital / PDF Certificate
After completing the course, you can order your CPD Accredited Digital/ PDF Certificate for £5.99.
Certificate of Completion – Hard copy Certificate
- You can get the CPD Accredited Hard Copy Certificate for £12.99.
Shipping Charges:
- Inside the UK: £3.99
- International: £10.99
Disclaimer
Please Take Note: This course is delivered entirely online and consists of pre-recorded sessions. You will receive access to the course materials within 48 hours of completing your enrolment.
Refund Policy:
After getting the login details, no refund request is acceptable.
Frequently asked questions
Playwork Principle 5 states that the role of the playworker is to support all children and young people in the creation of a space in which they can play. It emphasises enabling environments where play is freely chosen and personally directed.
Playwork is a child-centred approach focused on creating and maintaining spaces where children can engage in free, self-directed play. Playworkers facilitate opportunities without controlling the play, allowing children to explore, imagine, and develop at their own pace.
The playwork approach prioritises the play process above all else, recognising play as a biological, psychological, and social necessity. Playworkers act as advocates for play, balancing intervention with freedom to ensure children’s development and wellbeing.
The five key stages are: Solitary play, Onlooker play, Parallel play, Associative play, and Cooperative play. These stages reflect how children evolve from playing alone to engaging in complex social play with peers.
The seven areas include: Physical play, Language play, Construction play, Dramatic play, Social play, Child-initiated play, and Creative play. Each area supports different aspects of development, from motor skills to emotional expression
The ten stages typically span: Newborn, Infant, Toddler, Preschooler, Early school-age, Middle childhood, Pre-adolescence, Adolescence, Late adolescence, and Young adulthood. Each stage involves unique physical, emotional, and cognitive milestones.