Play Therapy
Foundation Course
Now run in two alternative venues
Experiential activities form the core of the course, providing students with an opportunity to explore and reflect
on the play therapy process. Connections and links will be made to the theories that underpin Play Therapy as this
emerges from the practical component, enabling students to learn from theory that directly relates to their
experience. Each workshop will be part experiential play therapy and part seminar/lecture. The seminars will often
comprise presentations of clinical / therapeutic work and opportunity for group discussions. Visiting experts from
different fields will lead seminars/lectures on particular specialist areas of play therapy practice. Please note that
completion of this foundation course does not automatically ensure a student’s entry to the MA in Play Therapy
programme; however, individuals considering applying for the professional training are encouraged to complete a
Foundation Course.
Date: Oct 31, 2015–March 19, 2016 (Roehampton) or Nov 1, 2015–March 20, 2016 (Northampton)
Fee: £1150 (Can be paid in instalments)
Pattern of delivery: 18 x two-hour evening classes plus two Sat/Sundays, over 20 weeks
Summer School
Our summer school is run each year to offer individuals the opportunity to learn and experience some of the theory
and practical elements of client-centred Play Therapy. Participants who attend will be able to use their learning to
enhance both their understanding of children’s emotional and behavioural development and their skills in working
with children who experience difficulties.
The summer school is mainly workshop-based as we aim to learn through practice and experience.
Participants are asked to come prepared to play!
Date: July 2–6, 2015 | Fee: £499
Introduction Days
Suitable for individuals considering taking up professional training in Play Therapy as well as professionals who are
already working with children e.g. social workers, occupational/speech therapists, mental health professionals,
residential workers, and so on. No previous experience of Play Therapy is necessary but a willingness and
enthusiasm for play is very much welcomed.
Participants will gain an understanding of: the therapeutic relationship; how children communicate through the use
of symbolic play and how to facilitate this; how change is promoted through attention to the child’s communication.
Dates: March 21, November 14 2015 | Fee: £149
All of the above courses take place at Whitelands campus, University of Roehampton.
The Northampton Play Therapy Foundation Course takes place at Delapre Community Rooms, Northampton.
For further information and to book:
Visit www.roehampton.ac.uk/psy-shortcourses or call 0208 392 3795