Playwork Level 3

NVQ

In London

£ 1,030 + VAT

Description

  • Type

    NVQ

  • Location

    London

  • Duration

    Flexible

Suitable for those working at a supervisory level either as deputies or managers of play settings

Important information

Government funding available

Facilities

Location

Start date

London
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181-187 Queen'S Crescent, NW5 4DS

Start date

On request

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Course programme

Description

The Level 3 NVQ in Playwork is a qualification for those working at a supervisory level either as deputies or managers of play settings catering for children aged between 4 and 16. Eligible roles include senior playworker, assistant manager of a playwork facility, creche managers, after school play club managers and youth club managers.

Qualification overview

The NVQ is a skills benchmark. Achieving Level 3 is an assurance to current and future employers that skills are up-to-date and at the necessary level. The award can lead to career advancement/wage increase with recognition and official accreditation, as well as a chance to meet and network with fellow childcare professionals. The qualification is structured to allow the candidate to work at their own pace, with their own assessor during working hours.

Timescale

3 to 18 months, dependent on the individual candidates competencies.

Content

Core units

* Contribute to an organisational framework that reflects the needs and protects the rights of children and young people
* Develop and maintain a healthy, safe and secure environment for children
* Develop and promote positive relationships
* Plan for and promote positive relationships
* Plan for and support self directed play
* Reflect on and develop practice

Optional units

* Work with colleagues in a team
* Contribute to children's health and well being
* Work with parents and carers
* Administer playwork provision
* Respond to concerns about possible child abuse
* Promote your organisation in the community
* Contribute to evaluating, developing and promoting services
* Organise and supervise travel
* Manage a budget

Awarding body

The awarding body for this qualification is Edexcel.

Assessment

Assessment is through direct observation within a play setting combined with inspection of supplementary evidence by the assessor. The candidate is required to complete all 5 core units and 4 optional units to gain the full award.

Playwork Level 3

£ 1,030 + VAT