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Level 3 Diploma in Playwork

Level 1 Diploma

Course Location

College

Trafford College

Location

Altrincham Campus

Further Details

Age

Adult

Department

Childcare & Education

Course Start Date

Friday 6th November 2026

Course Duration

Part-time, 1 Year

Course Time

10:00:00 - 13:00:00

Course Fee

£ 2942.00
You may be eligible for support with your tuition fees - please visit the college website - funding and finance page for further information

Course Code

APQ-AY3D-1400

Course Overview

This qualification provides in depth information about the role of the level 3 playworker.

The diploma covers the knowledge and skills needed when working unsupervised and requires the student to demonstrate these in the workplace.

Course Requirements

Good level of English skills.

What you will Learn

– acquire knowledge and understanding of the occupational role of the level 3 playworker in context
– demonstrate competence required for professional practice in the role of the level 3 playworker

Assessment

Written assessments, Direct Observation, professional discussions.

Progression

HE courses or employment in Early Years sector

Career Options

Playworker, Senior playworker.

Mandatory Units

Understand Play and the Playwork Principles
Creating Supporting Environments for Children’s Play
Understand How to Support the Safeguarding of Children in the Playwork Setting
Understand Organisational Frameworks to Protect the Rights of Children Understand Play and Wellbeing
Understand Relationships in the Playwork Setting
Understand Health, Safety and Security in the Playwork Setting
Engage in Professional Development and Reflective Practice
Contribute to Organisational Frameworks to Respond to all Children’s Needs and Preferences
Maintain Healthy, Safe and Secure Environments in Playwork
Develop and Promote Relationships in the Playwork Setting
Prepare For and Support Children’s Play
Supporting Inclusion in a Playwork Setting

Contact Details

For further information please contact T: 0161 886 7070 or E: info@trafford.ac.uk

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Disclaimer

Although every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within this document is accurate, there may be changes to this programme and provision. We will endeavour to keep prospective and current students updated where appropriate and when the information becomes available.
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