Explore Play Wales
From 15 to 21 September, it’s Adult Learners Week 2025. To celebrate we are shining a spotlight on the playwork profession by sharing information about what it takes to become a playworker and how to further your knowledge and training in play and playwork.
You will find a range of resources on our website covering every aspect of play and playwork. Here is our selection to help you learn more and develop your playwork career:
- What does it take to be a playworker? – if you are thinking about a career in playwork, or just want to find out more, discover what it means to be a playworker in this short video.
- WeCare Wales short video – a case study of a playworker with contributions from playworkers working at a community open access play session in Rhondda Cynon Taf.
- Playwork qualifications in Wales – a booklet featuring an overview of what qualifications are available.
- Let’s talk about play – a Play Wales endorsed training course that offers an introduction to play and playwork. The course is aimed at volunteers, those new to the profession as an entry level course, or seasonal playworkers as a refresher.
- Level 2 Award in Playwork Practice (L2APP) – a qualification that offers a broad introduction to playwork. It is a suitable qualification for those working in holiday playschemes and it the entry requirement for the Playwork: Principles into Practice (P3) qualifications. Funded courses are currently available in Wales – to find out more, get in touch with our delivery partner Clybiau Plant Cymru Kids’ Clubs for more information.
- Playwork guides – a comprehensive introduction to playwork theory and practice. The four guides are available to freely download, and order in print for free for those who live or work in Wales (a small postage fee applies).
- CPD top tips – aimed at playworkers and other practitioners involved in children’s play these are suggestions for recognising and increasing opportunities for Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
- Play Wales annual national conference – a great continuing professional development opportunity, with a range of keynote presentations and workshops to attend.
To find out more about what qualifications and training you need, visit our Qualifications and training page.