This is a FREE introductory course for both new and
inexperienced practitioners and experienced practitioner’s looking
to refresh their skills and knowledge in the value of play and
learning. The course is delivered over 6 days and provides wide
range of practical learning experiences, knowledge on child
development and an understanding of how to provide an effective
childcare environment.
The course provides the option for students to complete the SQA
NC module ‘Child Development and Health’.
What PAST students HAVE SAID about PLiP...
Alexandra Hotel
FORT WILLIAM
Wed 20th April 2016
Wed 27th April 2016
Wed 4th May 2016
Wed 11th May 2016
Wed 18th May 2016
Wed 25th May 2016
(10am to 4pm each day with lunch provided)
Applicants should be prepared to commit to
attending all six days of the course and
completing home study
It has made me a more confident key worker. I feel I
know what I am talking about with child’s development.
Course Outline
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Course introduction, expectations, communication and team building. Introduction to take a look at the nature of
basic human needs, child development 0 - 16 years, including when and where children learn, defining and
meeting children’s changing needs. Overview of the eight key area of the Curriculum for Excellence.
Explore the value of active learning, developmental milestones, the influence of theorists on cognitive
development, the adult role in supporting learning, current national guidance.
Consider principal factors affecting children’s development and how these may have a positive or negative impact.
National strategies to support children’s well-being. Explore the importance of relationships to support children’s
development including partnership with parents and professionals.
Gain understanding of the value of play and play values, types of play, stages of children’s play development and
play theories. Look at effective interaction strategies to support children’s learning.
Consider how environments evoke feelings, the components of an Early Years curriculum – space, play room
layout, resources, and presentation, formatting sessions for early years, toddlers and OSC.
Practical workshops to support children’s learning and development: Paint, dough, clay, woodwork, junk
modelling, woodwork, collage, woodwork, music and movement, physical and energetic play, books and
storytelling, drama, role play, cookery, sand, water and alternatives!
For more information and to book a free place contact
Care and Learning alliance on 01463 703033
Or email [email protected]
N.B. Training is free to practitioners and childminders (subject to availability) working in Highland only.
Application for CALA Play and Learning into Practice Training commencing: 20/04/2016
Name:……………………………………………………………………………………………
Home Address:………………………………………………………....................................
Contact telephone number……………………………………………………………………
E-mail address (if used regularly)…………………………………………………………….
Your Job Title……………………………………………………………………………………
Place of Work……………………………………………………………………………………
Line Manager/Supervisor………………………………………………………………………
Do you have any special learning and/or dietary requirements that we need to be aware of
to help meet your needs?
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Childcare Qualifications held: …………………………………………………………………
Please complete this booking form and return by 8/04/2016 to:
Care and Learning Alliance, Dochfour Drive, Inverness, IV3 5EB
Tel 01463 703033 or email to: [email protected]
You will be notified if your application to attend is successful
NB. Electronic acceptance of your offer of a place is essential to access the course.