NCFE accredited

PPP2

Start your PARS learning journey with our basic Customised Qualification programme.
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PPP2 is for anybody who works with children
in their leisure time.

Out of school programmes, summer camps, disaster relief projects, adventure playgrounds, school playgrounds, playschemes, zoos and more!

Learn with and from other professionals

Your PPP2 course will include practitioners from a range of different backgrounds, professions and cultures. The course includes plenty of opportunities to network during the live sessions and between sessions. 

Internationally applicable

PPP2 graduates include practitioners in Australia, Hong Kong, New Zealand, Malaysia, UK, Taiwan, France, the Netherlands, Brazil, USA, The Channel Islands.

NCFE accredited and certificated

PPP2 has been accredited by NCFE under the Customised Qualification. Successful learners will receive a certificate of achievement directly from NCFE. The certificate is evidence of the knowledge and skills gained by completing the qualification.
Doing PPP2 made me laugh at work again.
Polly Howard, Australia
The PPP2 class has shown me that although I thought I was helping children's play, often I was interfering unnecessarily. I now have new ways of thinking about children's play that help me pause, watch, listen, and respond to what they want, rather than what I think will help them. 

Dr Hannah Smith Brennan, USA
The PARS model is an amazing and insightful way of working that feels very intuitive and clear, simple even thought it's backed up by decades of experience and study. The course was an amazing way to dive in and learn through the stages with like minded colleagues and practitioners, and it felt very relatable and achievable, it was always engaging and interesting, and being able to put it into practise straight away and use case studies and examples in my work felt like I was learning it in a very holistic way.

Isobel Wolff, Flying Seagulls Project, UK

How PPP2 works

Teaching

PPP2 includes six sessions (2 hours each) of live teaching via Zoom with a PPP4 qualified PARS Licensed Trainer. The course materials include handouts, workbooks and a course handbook which you will use to help you complete your assessments.

Practice

During the PPP2 course you will be asked to try out some of the PARS model whilst supervising children in their leisure time. You will not be assessed in your workplace.

Assessment

Your assessments are completed through workbooks and multiple choice texts which are provided online. You will receive feedback from your dedicated PARS assessor and supported throughout the assessment process.

PPP2 April 2025

  • Dates: April 17th & 24th and May 1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd 2025
  • Times: 19.00-21.00 (UK)
  • Live teaching: 12 hours
  • Total Qualification Time: 25 hours
  • Assessment:  online multiple choice, quizzes and case studies
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Meet your trainer

Craig Judson, UK

Craig Judson started his playwork journey in 2006 and since then has enjoyed opportunities to learn more and develop his practice, including passing his PPP4 qualification. Craig currently manages a charity called MASKK in Sheffield, UK and also provides introductory training to settings through Sheffield Play Partnership. Through PARS Craig hopes to be able to help inspire more people to become playworkers and to become involved in this great profession!
Patrick Jones - Course author

Frequently asked questions

Do I have to attend previous PARS training before I join PPP2?

No, there is no requirement for previous PARS training or playwork experience before joining a PPP2 programme.

Will I need to do homework on PPP2?

Yes, afraid so! PPP2 is a NCFE accredited Customised Qualification, so all participants need to do weekly assignments during the course to demonstrate how they can put PARS playwork into practice when working with children. These assignments are assessed by our Assessment Team who will give feedback on each assignment. 

How long does PPP2 take?

PPP2 is taught online over 6 weeks in two hour sessions. In addition there are another 13 TQT (Total Qualification Time) hours in which you will need to do private study, apply PARS in your settings and complete your assessments.

What is included in the cost of the course?

The cost for PPP2 includes all live teaching sessions and course materials, assessment and certificate from NCFE. There is nothing else you will need to pay once you have joined the course!

Once I get my PPP2 qualification, can I teach others to use PARS?

No. To teach PARS to others, you must be qualified to PPP4 and be a PARS Licensed Trainer. For more information on how to join the international PARS training team, please get in touch!

How long does my PPP2 Customised Qualification last?

Technically there is no expiry date for your NCFE certificate. However, we strongly encourage you to continuously develop your PARS playwork practice and you can find plenty of opportunities to do so here!