Introduction - The Need for Practitioners of Therapeutic Play
PTUK estimates that there is a latent need in the UK for at least 15000
practitioners using therapeutic play, creative arts and play therapy
skills. There are probably less than 1000 therapists at present with the
level of expertise that is required so there are plenty of potential
career opportunities.
We encourage new entrants to the profession and professionals with
existing experience of working therapeutically with adults or others who
have experience of working with children.
PTUK has developed a Career Development Map (in 2 parts) and a four
stage training model as a part of the Profession Structure Model. These
provide considerable flexibility in terms of previous career background
and aspirations to cater for as many people as possible. More recently
(2006) a Systemic View of Play Therapy Practice has been developed.
This may also be used as a guide to career planning.
Entry to the Play Therapy Profession
Training Courses
A Systemic View of Play Therapy Practice
Career Development Map - Part 1 (Practitioner paths)
Career Development Map - Part 2 (Supervisor, Specialist, Trainer & M.A. paths)
Four Stage Training Model
