Play Therapy with Psychology & Education Studies

QQI Level 5 Certificate in Education & Training 5M3635

Accredited Training in:

  • Lámh Sign Language
  • Túsla Child Protection Online Training
  • Occupational First Aid

This comprehensive course is designed to equip learners with the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to implement best practices in a variety of settings. Whether working in Primary Schools, HSE services, public or private practices, participants will gain practical expertise in supporting children’s psychological well-being through play therapy.

By combining theoretical foundations with hands-on techniques, this course prepares learners to make a meaningful difference in children’s lives, fostering their emotional, social, and cognitive development in diverse professional environments.

Duration: One Year - September to May

Coordinator: TBC

Email: reception@scfe.ie

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Course content

  • Communications
  • Concepts in Education & Training
  • Interpersonal & Group Behaviour
  • Work Experience
  • Psychology
  • Peer Mentoring
  • Children with additional needs
  • Therapeutic Play Skills

Course features and facilities

Course features

  • Use of specialised equipment and materials as required in a Learning Environment for example: sensorial, additional needs equipment, health & well being, education & play, creative arts, storytelling & puppetry.
  • Mindfulness in the classroom
  • Interactive sessions using art, drama and music
  • Educational outings, field trips and guest speakers
  • Work experience placement for 120 hours in suitable settings for example: Primary schools, HSE services, charitable organisations, or private practices.

Course facilities

  • Library
  • Wifi
  • Fully equipped IT suites
  • Microsoft Office 365
  • Free car parking
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Entry requirements

  • Leaving Certificate or equivalent
  • LCA
  • Relevant experience
  • Mature students
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Below are some examples of progression options with this QQI level 5 award in Childhood Education and Training 5M3635
TU Dublin Blanch/Tallaght Early Childhood Care and Education G Level 7 TU790

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Institution Course Level Code
TU Dublin Blanch/Tallaght Early Childhood Care and Education G Level 7 TU790
TU Dublin Blanch/Tallaght Early Childhood Care and Education G Level 8 TU989
TU Dublin Blanchardstown Applied Social Studies in Social Care G Level 7 TU791
TU Dublin Blanchardstown Applied Social Studies in Social Care G Level 8 TU991
TU Dublin Blanchardstown Community and Youth Development G Level 7 TU792
TU Dublin Blanchardstown Community and Youth Development G Level 8 TU992
TU Dublin Tallaght Applied Social Care G Level 8 TU997
DCU Early Childhood Education G Level 8 DC001
DCU Education and Training G Level 8 DC235
DCU Post Primary Teacher Ed. in Religious Education & English G Level 8 DC010
DCU Post Primary Teacher Ed. in Religious Education & History G Level 8 DC011
UCD Psychology Level 8 DN720
UCD Social Policy and Sociology Level 8 DN750
UCD Education G Level 8 DN760
UCD Arts Level 8 DN520
UCD Humanities Level 8 DN530
UCD Social Sciences Level 8 DN700
Maynooth University Arts – Psychological Studies Level 8 MH101
Maynooth University Early Childhood Teaching & Learning G Level 8 MH003
Maynooth University Community and Youth Work G+ Level 8 MH116
Maynooth University Community and Youth Work G+ (Part-time In Service) Level 8 MH802
Marino Institute of Education Education studies G Level 8 CM010
Marino Institute of Education Early Childhood Education G Level 8 CM020
NCAD* (Portfolio Required) Education and Design or Fine Art G Level 8 AD202
South East TU – Wexford Early Childhood Education & Practice G Level 8 SE912
South East TU – Wexford Early Childhood Education & Practice G Level 7 SE934
South East TU – Waterford Early Childhood Care and Education G Level 8 SE911
South East TU – Carlow Early Childhood Education & Practice G Level 8 SE913
South East TU – Carlow Early Childhood Education & Practice G Level 7 SE935
South East TU – Waterford Individual, Family & Community Support Level 8 SE943
South East TU – Waterford Individual, Family & Community Support Level 7 SE944
+ Questionnaire / Skills Test and Interview G Garda Vetting Required

Course modules are reviewed annually and may be subject to change