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Master the art of therapeutic play, child psychology, mental health support, trauma intervention, and emotional wellbeing with our CPD Accredited Play Therapy Course Level 3.
Demand for certified play therapists, trauma-informed practitioners, and child mental health specialists is soaring across the UK, with the children’s mental health sector projected to grow by 35% by 2026. This highly specialised online Play Therapy Course offers essential knowledge in therapeutic play techniques, psychological counselling, and early intervention strategies to support vulnerable children.
From understanding the emotional needs of abused and homeless children to applying targeted play interventions in disaster situations, every module is packed with the latest research and actionable methods. You’ll explore leading models of play therapy, develop clinical skills for trauma recovery, and build confidence in working across educational, healthcare, and social care settings.
Whether you aspire to work in schools, social services, healthcare, or private practice, this course empowers you with the specialised techniques to support children’s recovery, resilience, and growth. Start building a rewarding future helping children heal, grow, and thrive through the transformative power of therapeutic play.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this Play Therapy Course Level 3, you will be able to:
- Understand the core principles and objectives of play therapy.
- Recognise the psychological benefits and measurable outcomes of therapeutic play.
- Apply leading models and approaches used in child-centred therapy sessions.
- Create safe and effective play settings tailored to vulnerable and abused children.
- Address and manage typical challenges that arise during play therapy.
- Implement specialised techniques for sexually and emotionally abused children.
- Support homeless children’s emotional development through tailored play interventions.
- Use play therapy in disaster mental health responses and crisis settings.
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Who is This Course For?
This Play Therapy Course Level 3 is ideal for:
- Aspiring play therapists and child psychologists.
- Teaching assistants, SEN practitioners, and youth workers.
- Social workers and child protection officers.
- Healthcare professionals working in paediatrics or mental health services.
- Foster carers, adoptive parents, and anyone passionate about supporting vulnerable children.
Certification
Upon completing the course, you will be eligible for the CPD QS Accredited Certificate from The Teachers Training. This certification demonstrates your knowledge and skills. The digital version of the certificate is available for £9.99 only, and you can order a hard copy of the certificate for £11.99 only.
Career Path
Completing the Play Therapy Course Level 3 can lead to opportunities such as:
Play Therapist Assistant – average salary £20,000–£25,000 per year.
Child Mental Health Support Worker – £22,000–£30,000 per year.
Teaching Assistant (SEN Specialist) – £18,000–£28,000 per year.
Social Care Worker – £23,000–£32,000 per year.
Youth Support Worker – £21,000–£30,000 per year.
Further training can help you progress towards becoming a fully qualified Play Therapist, with salaries reaching £35,000–£45,000 and beyond.
Course Curriculum
| Module 01: What is Play Therapy | |||
| What is Play Therapy | 00:29:00 | ||
| Module 02: Advantages and Outcomes of Play Therapy | |||
| Advantages and Outcomes of Play Therapy | 00:17:00 | ||
| Module 03: Models and Approaches of Play Therapy | |||
| Models and Approaches of Play Therapy | 00:27:00 | ||
| Module 04: The Play Settings: Therapist, Abused Child and Materials | |||
| The Play Settings: Therapist, Abused Child and Materials | 00:32:00 | ||
| Module 05: Typical Issues in Play Therapy | |||
| Typical Issues in Play Therapy | 00:37:00 | ||
| Module 06: Play Therapy for Sexually and Emotionally Abused Children | |||
| Play Therapy for Sexually and Emotionally Abused Children | 00:33:00 | ||
| Module 07: Play Therapy for Children Who are Homeless | |||
| Play Therapy for Children Who Are Homeless | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 08: Play Interventions for Disaster Mental Health | |||
| Play Interventions for Disaster Mental Health | 00:22:00 | ||
| Module 09: Case Studies and Recent Trends in Play Therapy | |||
| Case Studies and Recent Trends in Play Therapy | 00:25:00 | ||
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