Playwork is a recognised approach to learning and development in young children in which the children themselves control the direction of the play. Children are encouraged to explore and experiment with the goal of learning from success and making mistakes. As opposed to a more traditional carer or worker directed play or activity.
The principle behind playwork is it encourages adaptability and resilience, allowing children to feel more comfortable with trying new things and learning from their mistakes. It’s a recognised method of learning that allows children to push boundaries and try new things in a safe environment.
If you work with children or are considering a career in childcare or education, this online course will provide you with a unique approach to child development.
This level 3 online diploma will teach you the principles of playwork and an understanding of self-directed play. You will learn the organisational framework of play, how to plan self-directed play and how to support positive outcomes for children and young people.
You will also understand relationships in the play environment and how to promote positive relationships and self-development through play.
This course will also teach you the key legislation and safeguarding surrounding children and young people as well as the essential health and safety guidance to keep children safe.
As part of the assessment for this qualification, you will be required to undergo direct observation in a suitable environment.
The Level 3 Playwork Diploma (NVQ) (QRN: 501/0997/2) will give you the skills, knowledge and understanding required to be a playworker at Level 3 based on the National Occupational Standards.
The course is designed for those people who want to work with children and young people between 4 – 16 years of age in a wide variety of play environments in a supervisory role.
This is the ideal course for anyone who enjoys being active and playing with children. As a fully qualified playworker you will be responsible for planning and taking part in play and leisure activities.
If you are considering a career as a Playworker you need to have a responsible and caring attitude towards the children and parents/carers of the children you are working with, this will require a good level of patience.
Once you have your Playwork qualification you will be able to work in a number of supervisory roles as:
On completion of your CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Playwork (NVQ) qualification you will either be able to go into employment, or if you would like to study further CACHE also offer higher level courses in the Childcare and Education Sector such as the Level 4 Certificate in Playwork and Level 5 Diploma in Playwork.
In order to achieve your CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Playwork (NVQ) qualification you will be required to obtain relevant work experience. This can be in paid employment or through voluntary work or placement. This will allow your tutor to assess and observe your knowledge and skills in a real work situation. Suitable settings include:
On completion of this course you will receive the CACHE Level 3 (RQF) Diploma in Playwork (NVQ) qualification. This qualification is listed on the RQF(Qualification Number: 501/0997/2). CACHE is the UK's only specialist awarding organisation for the children and adult care sectors. CACHE continue to develop the most up to date and relevant qualifications for the new RQF and work closely with Sector Skills Councils to ensure the highest level of quality and a cutting-edge service to their customers, our learners, and the sector. This course has also been assigned 65 credits.
Suitable work placement.
18
The average completion time for this course is 12-18 months.
Assessments will be carried out using various evaluation mediums such as, observation of practice, witness statements, reflections, case studies, placement log and written questions.
Learners will need to be working or have a placement in a suitable environment. Learners will need to demonstrate competence in both knowledge and skills in a play environment for ages 4-16 years as there will be direct observations carried out by our Assessors. The learner must have a supervisor or manager who can verify work, when necessary, as per the criteria. Note: The term verify does not mean the same as 'signing work off' – This will be someone who can confirm that the learner did what they are stating. Our assessor will make the judgement as to whether the work submitted meets the criteria.
Work placement is required throughout the qualification.
Direct Observations by our Assessors, in the work environment, are required with this course.
You can expect to receive your certification within 12 weeks of successfully completing the qualification. Please note this can be longer if a EQA sample is required
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.
*You will have access to the course for 24 months.
On completion of this course you will be eligible to join the following Professional Associations(s):
CACHE is the UK's only specialist awarding organisation for the children and adult care sectors, with a portfolio of qualifications ranging from Entry to Level 5. Last year, over 150,000 learners registered with CACHE from over 1000 UK based Centres and overseas.
CACHE is an internationally recognised, specialist Awarding Organisation in the fields of Early Years, Care and Education, and Playwork. An Awarding Organisation is officially recognised and designated by the regulatory authorities to award qualifications in particular subject areas.
CACHE designs courses and qualifications in the care and education of children and young people. CACHE are the UK's only specialist Awarding Organisation to do this. CACHE's courses range from entry level to advanced qualifications for sector professionals.
CACHE continue to develop the most up to date and relevant qualifications for the new QCF and work closely with Sector Skills Councils to ensure the highest level of quality and a cutting-edge service to their customers, our learners, and the sector.
Please click here to visit the CACHE website.
Suitable work placement.
18
The average completion time for this course is 12-18 months.
Assessments will be carried out using various evaluation mediums such as, observation of practice, witness statements, reflections, case studies, placement log and written questions.
Learners will need to be working or have a placement in a suitable environment. Learners will need to demonstrate competence in both knowledge and skills in a play environment for ages 4-16 years as there will be direct observations carried out by our Assessors. The learner must have a supervisor or manager who can verify work, when necessary, as per the criteria. Note: The term verify does not mean the same as 'signing work off' – This will be someone who can confirm that the learner did what they are stating. Our assessor will make the judgement as to whether the work submitted meets the criteria.
Work placement is required throughout the qualification.
Direct Observations by our Assessors, in the work environment, are required with this course.
You can expect to receive your certification within 12 weeks of successfully completing the qualification. Please note this can be longer if a EQA sample is required
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.
*You will have access to the course for 24 months.
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The course has been assigned approximately 486 guided learning hours. You should reasonably expect the course to take you 12 months to complete, although the course can be completed faster if you are able to dedicate more time to your studies, there is no time limit set for this or any other of our courses.
As part of the assessment for this qualification, you will be required to undergo direct observation in a suitable environment.
The course has been assigned approximately 486 guided learning hours. You should reasonably expect the course to take you 14 months to complete, although the course can be completed faster if you are able to dedicate more time to your studies, there is no time limit set for this or any other of our courses.
Playwork is a recognised approach to learning and development in young children in which the children themselves control the direction of the play. Children are encouraged to explore and experiment with the goal of learning from success and making mistakes. As opposed to a more traditional carer or worker directed play or activity.
The principle behind playwork is it encourages adaptability and resilience, allowing children to feel more comfortable with trying new things and learning from their mistakes. It’s a recognised method of learning that allows children to push boundaries and try new things in a safe environment.
If you work with children or are considering a career in childcare or education, this online course will provide you with a unique approach to child development.
This level 3 online diploma will teach you the principles of playwork and an understanding of self-directed play. You will learn the organisational framework of play, how to plan self-directed play and how to support positive outcomes for children and young people.
You will also understand relationships in the play environment and how to promote positive relationships and self-development through play.
This course will also teach you the key legislation and safeguarding surrounding children and young people as well as the essential health and safety guidance to keep children safe.
As part of the assessment for this qualification, you will be required to undergo direct observation in a suitable environment.
The Level 3 Playwork Diploma (NVQ) (QRN: 501/0997/2) will give you the skills, knowledge and understanding required to be a playworker at Level 3 based on the National Occupational Standards.
The course is designed for those people who want to work with children and young people between 4 – 16 years of age in a wide variety of play environments in a supervisory role.
This is the ideal course for anyone who enjoys being active and playing with children. As a fully qualified playworker you will be responsible for planning and taking part in play and leisure activities.
If you are considering a career as a Playworker you need to have a responsible and caring attitude towards the children and parents/carers of the children you are working with, this will require a good level of patience.
Once you have your Playwork qualification you will be able to work in a number of supervisory roles as:
On completion of your CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Playwork (NVQ) qualification you will either be able to go into employment, or if you would like to study further CACHE also offer higher level courses in the Childcare and Education Sector such as the Level 4 Certificate in Playwork and Level 5 Diploma in Playwork.
In order to achieve your CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Playwork (NVQ) qualification you will be required to obtain relevant work experience. This can be in paid employment or through voluntary work or placement. This will allow your tutor to assess and observe your knowledge and skills in a real work situation. Suitable settings include:
On completion of this course you will receive the CACHE Level 3 (RQF) Diploma in Playwork (NVQ) qualification. This qualification is listed on the RQF(Qualification Number: 501/0997/2). CACHE is the UK's only specialist awarding organisation for the children and adult care sectors. CACHE continue to develop the most up to date and relevant qualifications for the new RQF and work closely with Sector Skills Councils to ensure the highest level of quality and a cutting-edge service to their customers, our learners, and the sector. This course has also been assigned 65 credits.
Suitable work placement.
18
The average completion time for this course is 12-18 months.
Assessments will be carried out using various evaluation mediums such as, observation of practice, witness statements, reflections, case studies, placement log and written questions.
Learners will need to be working or have a placement in a suitable environment. Learners will need to demonstrate competence in both knowledge and skills in a play environment for ages 4-16 years as there will be direct observations carried out by our Assessors. The learner must have a supervisor or manager who can verify work, when necessary, as per the criteria. Note: The term verify does not mean the same as 'signing work off' – This will be someone who can confirm that the learner did what they are stating. Our assessor will make the judgement as to whether the work submitted meets the criteria.
Work placement is required throughout the qualification.
Direct Observations by our Assessors, in the work environment, are required with this course.
You can expect to receive your certification within 12 weeks of successfully completing the qualification. Please note this can be longer if a EQA sample is required
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.
*You will have access to the course for 24 months.
On completion of this course you will be eligible to join the following Professional Associations(s):
CACHE is the UK's only specialist awarding organisation for the children and adult care sectors, with a portfolio of qualifications ranging from Entry to Level 5. Last year, over 150,000 learners registered with CACHE from over 1000 UK based Centres and overseas.
CACHE is an internationally recognised, specialist Awarding Organisation in the fields of Early Years, Care and Education, and Playwork. An Awarding Organisation is officially recognised and designated by the regulatory authorities to award qualifications in particular subject areas.
CACHE designs courses and qualifications in the care and education of children and young people. CACHE are the UK's only specialist Awarding Organisation to do this. CACHE's courses range from entry level to advanced qualifications for sector professionals.
CACHE continue to develop the most up to date and relevant qualifications for the new QCF and work closely with Sector Skills Councils to ensure the highest level of quality and a cutting-edge service to their customers, our learners, and the sector.
Please click here to visit the CACHE website.
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The course has been assigned approximately 486 guided learning hours. You should reasonably expect the course to take you 12 months to complete, although the course can be completed faster if you are able to dedicate more time to your studies, there is no time limit set for this or any other of our courses.
As part of the assessment for this qualification, you will be required to undergo direct observation in a suitable environment.
The course has been assigned approximately 486 guided learning hours. You should reasonably expect the course to take you 14 months to complete, although the course can be completed faster if you are able to dedicate more time to your studies, there is no time limit set for this or any other of our courses.
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