Level 3 Award in Induction to Playwork

National Extension College

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Online

£ 395 VAT exempt

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Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Level

    Beginner

  • Methodology

    Online

  • Class hours

    95h

  • Duration

    Flexible

  • Start date

    Different dates available

This home study course from NEC is the first step towards a career working with children in a play environment, such as an after-school club or a holiday play scheme. It is a standalone qualification which acts as a good introduction into playwork, bringing you up to speed with everything you need to know to begin a career working with children.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Online

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

There are no formal entry requirements, but you will need to be at least 18 years of age and working or volunteering in a play environment. You will also need to be competent using the internet and working with electronic documents.

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NEC Personal Tutor

NEC Personal Tutor

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NEC has selected a team of professional tutors to provide support and guidance to its learners and ensure you get all the help you need to succeed on your course. We use strict criteria when employing our tutors, only choosing those who can demonstrate expert knowledge in their field and who we can be sure will be able to provide the support our learners need. Most of our tutors also work or have worked as teachers and trainers, so they’re used to helping students and are familiar with the difficulties they might face.

Course programme

This new qualification is the stepping stone to your career in working with children and young people in a variety of play environments.

If you are interested in working in after-school clubs and holiday play schemes, this is the qualification for you.

It is a stand-alone qualification but also acts as a good introduction into playwork.

This course forms part of the Certificate and Diploma in Playwork (QCF) and carries 12 credits towards the full qualification.

This course is delivered online via the NEC Laser and you can study at your own pace. The interactive programme is easy to navigate, colourful and engaging and all completed work is recorded within your learner profile.

Units

  • Understand Playwork Principles - 4 credits
  • Understand children and young people's self-directed play - 5 credits
  • Understand how to safeguard the well-being of children and young poeople - 3 credits

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Level 3 Award in Induction to Playwork

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