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Play Therapy Overview
The Play Therapy course is an online program designed to provide learners with the skills and knowledge needed to use play as a therapeutic intervention for children. This course explores the principles of play therapy, therapeutic techniques, child development theories, emotional and behavioral support, and practical applications in clinical, educational, and social care settings. Learners will gain insight into how play can be used to help children process emotions, cope with trauma, develop social skills, and build resilience.
This course is ideal for childcare professionals, counsellors, psychologists, social workers, and educators who work with children. Participants will learn how to implement structured play activities, create a safe therapeutic environment, and use play to facilitate communication and emotional expression.
Throughout the course, you will learn how to:
- Understand the theoretical foundations of play therapy
- Apply techniques to support children’s emotional, social, and behavioral development
- Recognize signs of trauma, anxiety, and other mental health challenges in children
- Develop structured play activities tailored to individual child needs
- Foster a safe, therapeutic environment for effective interventions
- Work ethically and professionally with children, parents, and guardians
- Integrate play therapy practices into educational, clinical, or social care settings
- Use assessment and observation skills to monitor child progress and outcomes
- › Last Audited and Updated: 27th July 2026
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate a clear understanding of play therapy principles and techniques
- Apply therapeutic play methods to support child development and wellbeing
- Recognize and respond to emotional and behavioral issues in children
- Develop skills to create individualized play therapy interventions
- Maintain ethical standards and professional conduct in practice
- Enhance observational and assessment skills in therapeutic settings
- Build confidence in supporting children in clinical, educational, or care environments
Who is This Course For
- Counsellors and therapists working with children
- Social workers and youth support professionals
- Childcare workers and educators
- Students of psychology, social work, or mental health fields
- Parents or guardians interested in child development and therapy
- Anyone seeking to learn professional techniques for supporting children through play
Why Enrol in This Play Therapy Course?
- CPD Accredited Play Therapy Training
- 100% Online and Self-Paced Learning
- Covers theoretical and practical play therapy techniques
- Includes child development, emotional support, and intervention strategies
- Beginner-friendly yet suitable for professionals seeking career advancement
- Flexible access on desktop, tablet, or mobile
- Career-focused curriculum for therapy, education, and child support roles
Career Opportunities
Completing the Play Therapy course opens up professional opportunities in child therapy, counselling, and educational support:
- Play Therapist – Deliver play-based therapeutic interventions to children in clinical or educational settings.
Average salary: £25,000 to £40,000 - Child Counsellor – Provide emotional and behavioral support for children and young people.
Average salary: £22,000 to £35,000 - Youth Support Worker – Assist children in coping with social, emotional, and behavioral challenges.
Average salary: £20,000 to £30,000 - Educational Psychologist Assistant – Support psychologists in implementing play therapy programs in schools.
Average salary: £24,000 to £38,000 - Child Development Specialist – Apply therapeutic play methods to foster developmental growth.
Average salary: £22,000 to £32,000 - Family Support Worker – Use play therapy techniques to engage children and parents in family programs.
Average salary: £20,000 to £28,000
Assessment Method
At the end of the Play Therapy course, learners will complete an online multiple-choice test and scenario-based exercises. The test is automatically graded to provide immediate feedback. Learners who successfully pass can order an Accredited Certificate of Achievement to showcase their play therapy skills and knowledge.
Eligibility Requirements
- Open to learners from any academic or professional background
- Suitable for beginners or professionals seeking child therapy skills
- Ideal for learners aiming to work in childcare, education, or mental health
- No prior experience in therapy or counselling required
Entry Requirements
- Age Requirement: Learners should be aged 16 or above
- Academic Background: No formal academic qualification required
- Language Proficiency: Basic understanding of English recommended
- Device Requirement: Access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone with internet
- Study Commitment: Learners should be prepared to complete lessons, exercises, and assessments independently
Why Choose Us
- Beginner-friendly, CPD accredited Play Therapy course
- Practical focus on child development, emotional support, and therapeutic play techniques
- Flexible self-paced online learning accessible anywhere
- Career-focused content for counselling, therapy, and educational roles
- Dedicated student support via email for guidance and assistance
Certification
At the end of the course, you will be required to sit an online multiple-choice test. After successfully completing the final test, you will get a CPD-accredited Certificate of Achievement. The PDF Certificate is priced at £9.99 and will be emailed to you immediately. Also, a printed hardcopy certificate can be purchased for £17.99 and will be sent to your address by post.
Frequently Asked Questions
Play Therapy is a child-focused therapeutic approach using play to help children express emotions, resolve trauma, and develop coping skills. It supports emotional, social, and behavioral development through structured techniques guided by a trained play therapist.
Play Therapy courses teach essential skills for supporting children’s emotional well-being. You learn models, interventions, trauma-informed techniques, and professional best practices, helping you gain foundational knowledge needed to work effectively in therapeutic or educational environments.
Play Therapy training can lead to roles in schools, community centers, mental-health organizations, childcare facilities, and family support services. Many learners progress into assistant therapist roles or pursue advanced qualifications for full Play Therapy employment.
Play Therapy allows traumatised children to express feelings through safe, symbolic play. It helps them process experiences, reduce anxiety, rebuild trust, and strengthen emotional resilience under the guidance of a trained professional skilled in therapeutic play techniques.
Practitioners need empathy, observation skills, creativity, communication, child-development knowledge, and trauma-informed practice. Play Therapy training equips them with structured models, intervention strategies, and ethical guidelines essential for supporting children in therapeutic or supportive care settings.
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