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Register of trainers
SkillsActive develops quality education, training and qualifications for people working in the Playwork sector. If you’re running a training course, looking for training to improve or update your skills or planning training for your staff you’ll want to be sure the trainer you choose can give you the training you want.
The National Register of Playwork Trainers
This is a list of the playwork trainers who can demonstrate they meet nationally agreed quality standards for the delivery of their training. These standards are based on the principles of playwork that underpin good playwork practice and on playwork concepts that have children’s play needs at their centre.
Who can apply?
Playwork trainers with recent face-to-face playwork experience will be able to apply to SkillsActive for registration. Trainers will be required to complete an application form to demonstrate that they can meet the registration criteria.
What are the benefits?
- Formal national recognition of the professional service provided by playwork trainers
- Local Authorities, Early Years Development and Childcare Partnerships (EYDCPs), Further Education Colleges and other training providers will have the security that they are employing playwork trainers who can deliver playwork training
- Playwork trainers who successfully sign up for the register will be able to use the SkillsActive logo on their stationery and other promotional materials
- SkillsActive will publish the national list of trainers on the SkillsActive website
How do I join?
You need to complete an application form and show that you have qualifications in adult teaching or training and up to date experience in face-to-face playwork and training delivery.
You will receive full details of the criteria and guidance with the application form. If you do not think that you can meet the criteria, you can contact SkillsActive for advice.
What happens next?
Applications from playwork trainers will be considered as part of a selection process. There will also be quality assurance systems in place to ensure that all trainers who are included on the Register continue to deliver quality training.
Will there be a charge?
Yes, there will be a fee for registration with an opportunity to re-register for the following year. The registration fee is £45 and the annual renewal fee is £25.
Membership is for a five year period, so you will need to reapply after 5 years.
How do I apply?
Click here for an application form
For more information about becoming a registered playwork trainer, download our leaflet (pdf).
For a list of approved trainers click here
