Global Certificate in Play Therapy: A Modern Perspective

• Introduction to Play Therapy — Understanding the theory, history, and modern applications of play therapy, including its benefits and limitations.
• Play Therapy Techniques — Exploring various play therapy techniques, such as directive and non-directive play, sand tray therapy, and art therapy.
• Child Development — Examining the normal and abnormal stages of child development, including cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development.
• Cultural Diversity in Play Therapy — Understanding the impact of culture on play therapy, including cultural variations in play and communication styles.
• Ethical Considerations in Play Therapy — Learning about ethical principles and guidelines for play therapy, including confidentiality, informed consent, and cultural sensitivity.
• Play Therapy Assessment — Understanding how to assess children's needs, strengths, and challenges using play therapy assessment tools and techniques.
• Play Therapy Research — Examining the current research on play therapy, including its effectiveness and best practices.
• Special Topics in Play Therapy — Exploring advanced topics in play therapy, such as trauma-informed play therapy, play therapy with adolescents, and play therapy with families.
• Play Therapy Supervision — Learning about the role of supervision in play therapy, including how to provide and receive supervision and consultation.
• Play Therapy Practice — Developing practical skills in play therapy, including setting up a play therapy space, selecting appropriate play materials, and implementing play therapy interventions.