Find out where our training can take you...

Find out more about what opportunities our training and learning open up and hear from others who have done training with us.

We understand that training with no onward journey can only go so far in delivering positive impacts for learners, children and the wider community. We have had some real success in getting people into volunteering and employment. Explore some of the case studies below of past participants and their playwork journey.

Interested in booking onto one of our courses? Check the calendar below for our upcoming training and learning opportunities.

“Doing the course has given me a new perspective as to how children play, and has now opened my eyes in their world. Watching the children play and develop has made me want to pursue the Playworker courses further, hence now starting the level 3. The courses are amazing and you will learn so much. It will change the way you engage and play with children for the better.”

Diane Jones

Playworker, Oughtibridge Primary School

“This course will change your mindset because when you thought you were joining in, you were actually interfering! Children are amazing and this approach allows them to be all the amazing they can be!”

Tracy Bothamley

Playworker, Oughtibridge Primary School

“I was interested in attending the course to learn more about the importance of play. I work in Housing with a small budget for improvements and maintenance costs. The course was interesting as there was a real focus on play value, which does not necessarily mean an expensive piece of kit. Curiosity, imagination and playing together were all factors to consider.”

Jeanette Kirk

Community Development Officer in Housing, Sheffield City Council

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Our Courses

Below are some of the training and learning opportunities that we offer. You will find more information about when and if we are running a course on each course link below or take a look at our training calendar to see what’s currently planned. If you are interested in a course that is not currently showing on the training calendar, get in touch to find out more about when the course will next be on.

Discovering Play For All

A brief introduction to what is Playwork and how it can benefit settings.
1 hour

Discovering Play

A level 1 course exploring Playwork for those working or volunteering with children.
12 hours + Homework

Continual Professional Development

Our tutors have a wealth of knowledge and experience across different settings and age ranges. Whether you are new to working with playing children or you’ve been doing it for years, we’ll have some CPD to interest you.

PPP2 Face to Face

A Level 2 qualification in PARS Playwork Practice.
16 Hours + Assignments

PARS Playwork Levels 1 to 4

Four levels of PARS training to suit your needs – wherever you work with children in their leisure time.
Various committment based on learning level

Paediatric First Aid

To provide Playworkers with the additional skills ready for working or volunteering with children.
12 Hours