The Fundamentals of Play program will help you to understand play more deeply and how your approach will support children’s development. This program will explore the inner workings of play and how play is a universal language children use to explore their world. The program will explore dispositions, schemas, developmental milestones, play cycle, temperament, play stages and types of play. After you complete the program, you will have a new understanding of the children you are working with and how they are developing through play. This program is perfect for those who are seeking a refresher or new knowledge about play and how it aligns to children’s development. For more information on the program please visit: https://www.hourglasstime.com.au/play

Expected outcomes for this program are:

• improved understanding of play and connections between the learning environment and play
• improved ability to implement strategies to support communication through play and children’s connections
• improved integration of play based learning to enhance communication and social connections
• improved ability to implement strategies to support social skill development and identify opportunities to enhance children’s learning.

The program is available online and in-person. Each program varies in the length or number of sessions included:

• Online program 1 includes 2 x 2-hour online training sessions, plus a variety of resources.
• Online program 2 includes 2 x 2-hour online training sessions, 4 x 1-hour follow up coaching services, plus a variety of resources.
• Inservice training and program 1 includes 1 x 4-hour training session, 1 x 6-hour service visit working alongside the team, plus a variety of resources.
• Inservice training and program 2 includes 1 x 4-hour training session, 1 x 6-hour service visit working alongside the team, 2 x 1-hour follow up coaching sessions, plus a variety of resources.

Each program includes physical resources including play cards and intentional teaching cards.

The program cost is variable based on the format, duration, and location of the program delivery:

• Online program 1 is delivered for $860 per service.
• Online program 2 is delivered for $1,860 per service.
• Inservice training and program 1 is delivered for $2,360 per service.
• Inservice training and program 2 is delivered for $2,860 per service.

Customisation of programs is available, including additional coaching, extended sessions or resources – prices may vary. If travel is required outside of the Adelaide CBD (more than 40km), this will be charged at $80 per hour. If accommodation is required, this will be charged between $200-$300 per night.