How does playwork benefit children?

Playwork supports children's cognitive, social, and emotional development by providing opportunities for exploration, problem-solving, and interaction in a safe environment.

What settings employ playworkers?

Playworkers are employed in various settings, including after-school clubs, adventure playgrounds, holiday schemes, and community centres.

What are the key responsibilities of a playworker?

Playworkers facilitate a range of play opportunities, ensure a safe play environment, observe children's play to support their needs, and sometimes engage in play activities while allowing children to lead.

Child Playwork - Online Course

By NextGen learning

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Overview

Discover key skills and techniques for creating engaging, safe, and supportive play environments for children of all ages.

Course Curriculum

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

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Category: Family & Education, Education

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