Play Therapy - CPD Certified

What's included:

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• Eligibility to earn a CPD & QLS endorsed certificate.
• Fully Online Recorded Class
• 24/7 & Lifetime Access
• Online support
• No hidden fees

The Play Therapy CPD Certified course explores how Play can be used effectively to support emotional, cognitive, and social development in children. Learners gain a detailed understanding of the principles of Play, therapeutic techniques, and the role Play has in nurturing positive mental health. By studying this course, participants deepen their awareness of how Play influences learning, behaviour, and emotional expression.

This programme also examines the theoretical frameworks underpinning Play Therapy, including child development theories and psychological approaches to Play. The course provides insights into structuring Play sessions, observing Play patterns, and applying Play-based interventions safely and ethically. Completing this CPD Certified course demonstrates proficiency in Play Therapy knowledge and strengthens the learner’s ability to support children in various educational, therapeutic, and care settings using Play as a powerful tool for growth.

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Learning Outcomes

• Understand how Play supports emotional and psychological child development effectively.
• Identify techniques to apply Play in therapeutic and educational settings safely.
• Analyse child behaviour through observation during structured and unstructured Play.
• Develop strategies to use Play in supporting social and cognitive growth.
• Gain knowledge of theoretical frameworks behind effective Play Therapy approaches.

Who is this course for?

• Professionals working with children requiring knowledge of Play Therapy methods.
• Educators seeking to integrate Play into teaching and learning strategies.
• Childcare workers aiming to improve understanding of Play for development.
• Counsellors interested in enhancing therapeutic practice using structured Play.
• Parents and guardians wanting to understand Play’s role in child growth.

Career Path (UK Job Roles with Average Salaries)

• Play Therapist – £25,000 to £40,000 per year
• Child Counsellor – £24,000 to £38,000 per year
• Educational Psychologist – £40,000 to £60,000 per year
• Early Years Practitioner – £20,000 to £30,000 per year
• Special Needs Support Worker – £22,000 to £32,000 per year
• Family Support Worker – £23,000 to £35,000 per year