Everyone Can Play
Course Code: AJA6
Aims
- To raise awareness about issues of inclusion for Disabled Children in local play settings and the benefits of inclusive play
- To introduce the principles and practice of good inclusive play, and demonstrate its practical application.
Learning Outcomes
- To explore disability as an equalities issue
- To develop an overall understanding of policy statements and how they affect playwork practice
- To identify essential points for inclusion in an equal opportunities policy
- To identify barriers to inclusion and examples of good practice in overcoming them
- To know the legal requirements on play service providers that promote children’s well-being and inclusion
- To identify health and safety requirements, including the provision of personal assistance for Disabled Children
- To develop an understanding of the importance of planning for inclusive play, identifying practical examples to implement in the work place.
Target Audience
Anyone working with children aged between 5 & 15 years. The course can be adapted to early years workers.
Number of Students
Minimum: 6 Maximum: 20
Course Requirements
A 12.5 hour course delivered over three days or as five evening sessions. If delivered over three days, days 1 & 2 are delivered consecutively.
Endorsement or NVQ Accreditation
A NVQ Level 2 course accredited by SkillsActive and Playwork Partnerships. Provides some knowledge towards NVQ Level 2 in Playwork
Resources
Everyone Can Play course file purchased from Playwork Partnerships. Cost for these at the time of writing is £25 per student. Other recommended resources on display during the course.