Centred Practice for Health & Wellbeing ( 20 credits )/ Dissertation Module ( 60 credits )
The modules listed are correct at time of publication ( November 2021 ) but are subject to change . In the event that modules change , QMU will seek to use reasonable endeavours to ensure that there is no detrimental impact on students .
This course was due for revalidation . The modules listed were correct for entry in September 2021 however , updates following revalidation are not yet available . Please check the course entry on our website for updates .
Placements
You will complete three practice placements . Placements can take place in your workplace , local schools , nurseries or other agencies that offer services to children . You can set up your own placements , arrange them with support from With Kids , or With Kids can allocate a placement for you .
Careers
The opportunities for employment as a play therapist continue to develop rapidly . Some play therapists work within a range of statutory , government funded or voluntary and independent organisations – for example , within fostering and adoption services , schools and children ’ s centres , in hospitals , hospices or community contexts as well as child and adolescent mental health services , social work and other social services teams . A number are employed directly by children ’ s charities and private children ’ s residential homes . Many play therapists also work independently in private practice or are commissioned by agencies to provide services for specific groups of children . A small number of play therapists in the UK work as academics , teachers and clinical supervisors For further information , visit : www . bapt . info .
Entry requirements
To apply , you should be a professional with relevant qualifications and / or degree in a related discipline together with a minimum of two years of post-qualifying experience in , for example , social work , teaching , educational psychology , clinical psychology or nursing . Alternatively you should have at least five years ’ experience working face to face with children , young people and their families / carers .
This course is only open to applicants who do not require a Student Visa .
Interview : Individual and group interviews form part of the selection process . Criminal records : A satisfactory criminal records check will be required .
Other information
Exit awards : MSc ( 180 credits )/ PgDip ( 120 credits )/ Pg Cert ( 60 ) Only those exiting with an MSc Play Therapy will eligible to apply for registration with BAPT and practice as a Play Therapist .
Delivery : At With Kids ( Glasgow ), at QMU and on placement
Duration : 3 years part-time
Start date : September 2022
Application deadline : None . Application should be made to With Kids , visit : www . withkids . org . uk .
Class sizes : Normally , there are up to 20 students undertaking the course each year .
Fees : See Application Information at withkids . org . uk
More information : Contact training @ withkids . org . uk
Why QMU ?
You will earn a qualification that allows you to register as a Full Member of the British Association of Play Therapists ( BAPT ).
You will enjoy learning on a course taught by qualified and experienced BAPT-registered play therapists , who bring teaching to life with clinical experience and case material .
Your practice placements are an invaluable way of consolidating the theoretical knowledge you learn from weekly teaching , experiential opportunities and small group tutorials .
The course is designed to be flexible , allowing you to combine your studies with your current work role .
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