Hi, I'm an 18 year old student about to finish my A levels, after deciding I wasnt particularly interested in going to uni once I'd finished I had a mini...
Sorry to be the barer of bad news but the Play Specialist Course at Stanmore college has gone. A reason hasn't been given yet but i'm wondering what this means...
Hi i'm currently a student a stanmore, the reason they are not running next year is because sarah howarth is retiring and they have no one to replace her and...
... i have also heard that other colleges will not be continuing with the course after next year.Does anyone know when the course is changing to foundation ...
i have also heard that other colleges will not be continuing with the course after next year.Does anyone know when the course is changing to foundation ...
I am online, can we be friends? How are you my group friends? I am a Muslim girl Linda from USA. 22 years old this year. Like reading, singing, shopping and...
Hi everyone I have recently finished a 3 year degree in Playwork and have been considering a career as a play specialist. As you have to study one day a week...
Dear Eleanor Glad to hear you are interested in a career as a play specialist. Yes, you should be able to gain a post as a play assistant (...
Thanx very much for replying, the information you have provided has been a great help. I have tried looking for jobs in my area but no look at present, however...
Dear Kate I don't know if you have already had lots of replies to your request for info and advice, but just in case you haven't, I thought I'd reply to...
Hiya my nsme is megan hirst. I wonder if anyone can help me. I am currently studying BA(hons) in playwork at Leeds MEt ropolitain university. I am wanting to...
hi all. have been asked by a parent for advice in telling their children -6 and 4- that their dad has cancer. i have never had to deal with this and wondered...
Hi my name is kelly colvin i live in the north west of england and i am really intrested in becoming a play specialist but i'm not to sure how to go about it....
Hi Kelly  Welcome to the group. Best best advice would be to visit several websites for information.  Firstly the Hospital Play Staff Education Trust...
Hi all, I am moving to London from Yorkshire and have put my name on the waiting list to do the BTEC Professional Diploma at Southwark, I am looking to do some...
Hi Laura  Why not contact Great Ormond Street Hospital, The Royal London Hospital or University College Hospital London, as they all have large play service...
Hi all, Ive got an interview as a Hospital Play Specailist in a few weeks and it is my first one. I wondered if any would be able to tell me what sort of...
Hi Laura Over the last few years, that question has been asked on the Child Life Council ListServ. Here are some answes from Child Life Specialists that may...
Can anyone tell me if they have had a problem with playing CDs or radio for the children in the hospital?We have been told we need a license to do this &...
Hello! I have a copy of "Children in Hospital" that I have to sell. I have studied both Child Life and Speech therapy and ultimately chose speech therapy as...
Ive just qulified and I have a job on A BRAND NEW A & E department. I'm setting up the play department from scratch. I should be getting assistance soon but at...
Hi  Great to hear about another new HPS role in an A&E Dept. You must be really excited.  I have several suggestions that might be helpful.  Do you...
Hi all We already have HPS's on the Children's Ward who rotate to cover A&E in our local hospital and we have now been approached to provide activities and...
Hi Jan Hello from the U.S., Texas. Will be providing services in the outpatient clinic exam rooms and/or waiting rooms? Once I know what your role will be, I...