Learning Outcome
- Learn about the history and development of play therapy
- Gain an in-depth understanding of the child-therapist relationship
- Explore the advantages and beneficial outcomes of play therapy
- Understand the different approaches of play therapy and the best situations in which to apply them
- Familiarise with the play therapy setting, popular play therapy toys and play therapy materials
- Have an excellent understanding of the challenges in play therapy and typical issues
- Know how homelessness and sexual abuse impacts a child and how play therapy can help to heal homeless and sexually abused children
- Learn about play interventions for disaster mental health and explore recent trends in play therapy
Description
Play therapy is a type of therapy that involves play and other creative forms of expression to communicate with children and help them to open up about their feelings, as well as understand their thought processes. It is used to support children with a range of mental health issues and disabilities, including children who have been sexually abused and children who are homeless.
In this practical Play Therapy training course, you will learn about the role of a play therapist and gain an insight into the skills and career requirements for this profession. It explores the different types of play therapies, plays therapy toys and materials, and different approaches to playing therapy. You will also explore recent trends in play therapy and familiarise yourself with key clinical practices, gaining both practical and theoretical knowledge.
Please note: This course only gives you the theoretical knowledge that you need to excel in this field. This Play Therapy doesn’t entitle you to practise as an expert in this specific field.
Certification
This course is CPD Certified by The CPD Certification Service. You’ll be eligible to apply for the CPD certified certificate once you complete the course
