Or Application Form to be returned to Student Services
This course has multiple start dates throughout the academic year. To achieve the Diploma students will need to complete a total of 65 credits. (46 credits must from the mandatory units and 19 credits from a choice of option units). Candidates are expected to develop and demonstrate knowledge and practical competence to a national standard at level 3.
This award is designed for those working as experienced playwork practitioners with a range of responsibilities in face-to-face roles with children, young people (aged 4-16 years) in a variety of playwork settings.
This qualification is for experienced practitioners who do not have a formal qualification in childcare. It is essential that you are an experienced playwork practitioner: having at least 6 months experience and working a minimum of 12 hours per week before commencing on the programme. Personal roles and responsibilities within the setting will be discussed in detail at interview.
- You must have read the setting's Child Protection Policy and understand your role within this, prior to interview.
- GCSE Grade 4/C in English (or equivalent).
- You will require the skills to communicate with children at various stages in their development and with managers, parents, carers and other professionals
If English is not your first language, you may need an assessment before enrolling on this course. To discuss further, please contact the ESOL department on 0151 551 7144.
Office use only. Non Standard 15a.Assessment is via an e-portfolio.
Good organisational and time management skills are essential in order to plan and achieve this award within the timescale. It is essential you demonstrate commitment to this course through high motivation, including full attendance and independent study. Throughout your course you will be supported by a trainer assessor who will complete observations in your workplace/placement.
Progression to Higher Education, job promotion and increased duties and responsibilities.
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If you are aged 19 or over:
Fee : £2600.00
Please note, there are no discounts for this course. If you are aged 19+, you may be able to apply for a 19+ Advanced Learner Loan (which is available for this course).
Please note, this fee is the cost per year. For Higher Education (HE) courses, student loans are available to most students undertaking a degree, foundation degree, HNC / HND or teacher training programme. Visit https://www.gov.uk/browse/education/student-finance for details
The fee quoted is for the academic year 2019-20.
For advice and guidance, please contact Student Services on 0151 551 7777 or call into our Conway Park Campus. Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 11 to 4pm and Wednesdays 4 to 6.30pm (term time only).
