Advanced Play Therapy
August 12-18, 2018
50 Hour CE's
August 12-18, 2018
50 Hour CE's
This is a training for professionals who are interested in continuing their ongoing training towards becoming a play therapist.
The presentation method of the Level Two training is a combination of lecture and PowerPoint, case sharing and consultation, role plays, video examples, group activities, and experiential or hands on activities. The emphasis will be on experiential activities and real world practical applications including experience in a fully equipped play room. Guest speakers with specialized knowledge and experience will be utilized whenever available. All training materials and supplies will be provided.
Although each day has a specific set of topics to provide structure, the program is cumulative and each day will draw on the previous days’ activities and experiences. Therefore, full attendance and participation is required for successful program completion. Conversations and information regarding ethics and ethical applications will be integrated throughout the curriculum. The topics and schedule of presentation of particular topics may vary.
Although each day has a specific set of topics to provide structure, the program is cumulative and each day will draw on the previous days’ activities and experiences. Therefore, full attendance and participation is required for successful program completion. Conversations and information regarding ethics and ethical applications will be integrated throughout the curriculum. The topics and schedule of presentation of particular topics may vary.
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this program participants will:
Upon successful completion of this program participants will:
- Be prepared to visualize/verbalize conceptualization of a play therapy case in a supervision setting
- Be prepared to complete a comprehensive play based assessment & treatment plan
- Identify the brain structures & explain the interaction between the cortex & mid brain affective systems involved in play
- Identify at least three different approaches & techniques for working with specialized populations & diagnoses
- Gain an understanding of sand tray therapy, its history & use in play therapy
- Be prepared to conduct a sand tray play therapy session
- Gain confidence in communicating with other professionals & community members related to play therapy & the benefits of play
- Be able to articulate & relate play therapy to the concepts of attachment, trauma, & normal developmental stages to parents
- Be prepared to work with children with a number of specific & general presenting issues including trauma, neurodevelopmental disorders, & aggressive & defiant children
- Demonstrate knowledge of their own competencies & develop a plan for continued growth, learning, & development as a play therapist
This training is appropriate for those who have already completed the Level One training provided through Paradise Creek, have completed a similar Level One training program, have obtained a substantial portion of APT approved training hours (approximately 50), or who have significant other practical experience or training which will be determined on a case by case basis. It is recommended that anyone attending the Level Two training be actively involved in therapeutic work and/or play therapy.