The CAPT Foundation Play Therapy Training offers individual days of unique training in the theory and practice of play therapy. Students can complete the 180 hours of continuing education credits at a pace that they choose. The program instructors are professional skilled play therapists who bring expertise on a wide variety of topics.
The Canadian Association for Play Therapy (CAPT) decided to continue to offer Foundation Play Therapy Training Days on-line in May, June and August of 2025. This provides training at a time and place more accessible for everyone.
Live On-line Instructor Lead. Full Days of Individual Training 2025:
May 5-16, (Monday to Friday) - Theory and Approaches:
Introduction, Play Therapy History, Models and Process, Ethical Practice,
Assessment Treatment Planning, Family Play Therapy
Non-Directive Play Therapy, Filial Therapy, Attachment and Theraplay
June 9-20, (Monday to Friday) - Techniques
Sandtray, Brain Research, Understanding Traumatized Children and Treatment of Trauma, Inclusive and Culturally Competent Play Therapy Practice,
Storytelling, Anxiety, Play Therapy with Abused Children
August 4-15, (Monday to Friday) - Special Populations
Disruptive Behaviour Problems, Puppetry, Play Therapy with Adults,
Group Therapy, Coping with Loss, Case Application, Art Therapy,
Vicarious Trauma Self Care
Rates: Member rate $190 plus tax per day | Non-member rate is $220 plus tax per day.