NVQ Level 3 - Playwork

This qualification is most suitable for workers in free play environments, such as Adventure Playgrounds. Out of School Club workers, in a supervisory role, can choose to access NVQ Level 3 Children's care, learning and development (choosing Playwork options).

Learner entry requirements

Good standard of written and spoken English at GCSE standard. Learners must be working in the childcare, Playwork or education sector or have arranged a placement themselves.

The Assessment Process

● A minimum of 12 voluntary or paid hours per week
● Taught sessions, to underpin your practice with knowledge and understanding
   are available at a number' of locations in the West Midlands area
● Assessments of day-to-day practice are carried out in the workplace by a
   qualified and experienced NVQ Assessor
● Learner produces a portfolio of evidence of their competence
● Learners must be able to demonstrate knowledge of appropriate ways of
   working with children outside of the age range of their placement (from 0 - 16
   years)

Time Scale for Achievement of the Award

Your registration with the Awarding Body (in this case City and Guilds) normally lasts three years. Most learners complete in around twelve months. It largely depends on your efforts.