Part Time Playwork NVQ Level 3

Playwork NVQ Level 3

• School:
  • School of Health, Social Care and Early Education
• Attendance Type:
  • Part Time
• Course Level:
  • Level 3
• Course Keywords:
  • child care,
  • education,
  • early years,
  • school,
  • nursery,
  • NVQ3,
  • playgroup,
  • childminder,
  • childcare,
  • classroom,
  • playscheme
• Qualification:
  • NVQs

Summary:

NVQs are nationally recognised awards. The award enables a candidate to prove competence for the work they already do in their settings. The courses is designed for staff working in breakfast/after school clubs, play schemes and holiday clubs. Level 3 candidates are generally working at supervisory level though may not have the relevant qualifications.

Course Length:
12 months
Entry Requirements:

Must be employed in the field of playwork at supervisory level with age ranges 4-16 and the ability to study at this level.

Assessment:
You will be allocated 24 hours of assessment time by City College and will be supported by an allocated assessor during the length of your qualification. NVQ assessors will observe your achievements and skills in your workplace and you will collect a portfolio of evidence for assessment.

Academic Progression:
On achieving this Level 3 qualification, you will be able to progress to Level 4 or a Foundation Degree.

Full Description:

Units
You will need to complete five Mandatory units plus four units from a range of Optional units, depending on your roles, responsibilities and working environment.

Mandatory Units

• PW6 Contribute to an organisational framework that reflects the needs and protects the rights of children and young people
• PW7 Develop and maintain a healthy, safe and secure environment for children
• PW8 Develop and promote positive relationships
• PW9 Plan for and support self-directed play
• PW10 Reflect on and develop practice