Play in Early Learning & Childcare


North East Scotland College

Course details

Course description

Explore the benefits of a variety of types of play.

This Unit allows you to develop a basic understanding of the benefits of a variety of types of play to children aged 0–12 years. You will learn how children benefit from a range of play experiences through planning, setting up and reviewing play experiences, either in a real or simulated context. You do not require to have a work placement to complete this Unit but may benefit from visiting early education and childcare settings which offer high-quality child-centred play provision.

This Unit is a mandatory Unit in the National 5 course Early Education and Childcare but is also suitable for candidates wishing to study the Unit on its own.

What you will experience

The Unit is suitable for candidates who may be considering employment in childcare and education. The Outcomes covered in the unit are;

  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the benefits of play experiences for children aged 0–12 years
  • Plan play experiences for children aged 0–12 years
  • In a real or simulated context, implement planned play experiences for children aged 0–12 years
  • Evaluate planned play experiences for children aged 0–12 years
  • Learning outcome

    Progression:

    Whether you wish to progress in your studies or enter the world of work, North East Scotland College has excellent progression opportunities, with links to eight universities across Scotland and great relationships with industry employers.

    Education at NESCol:

    Upon completion of this unit, candidates may wish to complete one of the other three mandatory components which make up the National 4 Early Education and Childcare course:

  • Child Development - National Unit (SCQF Level 4)
  • Contemporary Families - National Unit (SCQF Level 4)
  • Working in Early Learning & Childcare - National Unit (SCQF Level 4)
  • Provided by

    North East Scotland College

    enquiry@nescol.ac.uk

    0300 330 5550

    Provider website

    Gallowgate

    Aberdeen

    AB25 1BN

    Entry requirements

    Entry to this course is at the discretion of the College. However, learners would normally be expected to have attained the skills, knowledge and understanding required by the following or equivalent qualifications and/or experience:

    • Learners should be working at SCQF Level 4 when undertaking these units, particularly in English or Communications.
    • In terms of prior learning and experience, relevant experiences and outcomes may also provide an appropriate basis for doing this course.

    Course options

    Course details

    Part time

    16th Jan 2024

    Cost: Visit the provider's website for details.

    Venue details

    Aberdeen City Campus

    Gallowgate

    Aberdeen

    AB25 1BN