This method is based on the central assumption that play is the place where children first recognise the separateness of what is 'me' and 'not me' and begin to develop a relationship with the world beyond the self. It is the child's way of making contact with their environment. The general rationale for the current programme has two facets. The first is to provide an advanced qualification in a distinctive and developing area of therapy, whose contribution is now increasingly being recognised and valued. The second is to ensure that those who successfully complete the Graduate Diploma will obtain a qualification which is acceptable to the British Association of Play Therapists.
All teaching is student-centred, and encourages participation and discussion in covering each topic.
It can open up new opportunities in the field of health, social services, education, as well as one's own private practice. Appropriate professional qualification and experience in areas such as Social Work, Psychiatric Nursing or Occupational Therapy, preferably with an appropriate first degree such as Education and Psychology. PLTH10.001 An Introduction to Play Therapy, Methods and Theory. This module is taught 5 days in July before commencement of Programme in September.