CACHE Level 3 Award in Playwork for Early Years
and Child Care Workers
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Who is the qualification aimed at?
Early Years Practitioners who work, or wish to work, in a Playwork setting.
What are the entry requirements?
Learners must be at least 16 years of age and hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification that has been based on or mapped to the CCLD L3.
What does the qualification cover?
The knowledge and understanding of children's and young people's play that supports competent practice, based on the assumptions and values of playwork set out in the National Occupational Standards for Playwork at Level 3.
What age range is covered?
4 to 16 years.
How is it Assessed?
By two written assignments.
Are practical placements required?
No.
How long does the qualification take to complete?
60 guided learning hours.
What related qualifications can learners progress to?
Playwork Degree
Which job roles are learners qualified to undertake on completion of this qualification?
- Hospital Playwork Practitioner.
- Holiday Club Practitioner.
- After-school Club Practitioner.
- Adventure Centre Practitioner.
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