Unit 1: Introduction to Play and Playwork
Section 1 The importance of play
Section 2 The role of Playwork
Section 3 The right to play
Section 4 Playwork principles, values and assumptions
Section 5 Play theories
Section 6 Self-directed play
Section 7 Communication and relationships
Section 8 Legal responsibilities
Two NEC practice assignments (one of them introductory) and One multiple-choice CACHE assignment
Unit 2: Relationships with children
Section 1 Relationships through communication
Section 2 Consultation with children
Section 3 Positive behaviour
Section 4 Unwanted behaviour
Section 5 Helping with transitions
Section 6 Safeguarding children
Two NEC practice assignments (each 1,500 words max) and one CACHE assignment (2,000 to 3,000 words)
Unit 3: An inclusive and challenging play environment
Section 1 The play environment
Section 2 Risk management
Section 3 Childrens health
Section 4 Reporting child abuse (part 1)
Section 5 Reporting child abuse (part 2)
Two NEC practice assignments (each 1,500 words max) and one CACHE assignment (2,000 to 3,000 words)
Unit 4: Legal and managerial roles and responsibilities
Section 1 Legislation and playwork (part 1)
Section 2 Legislation and playwork (part 2)
Section 3 Management structure, styles and skills
Section 4 Effective teamwork
Section 5 Quality playwork
Two NEC practice assignments (each 1,500 words max) and one CACHE assignment (2,000 to 3,000 words)
Unit 5: Playwork and the community
Section 1 Links with families
Section 2 Childrens experiences and play
Section 3 Sources of support
Section 4 Partnerships with other organisations
Two NEC practice assignments (each 1,500 words max) and one CACHE assignment (2,000 to 3,000 words)
Unit 6: Reflective Playwork in Practice
Section 1 Reflective practice
Section 2 Observation and reflective practice
One CACHE assignment (2,000 to 3,000 words)
