Welcome to our Self-Guided NDP Diploma
Although many people are enjoying the Live Diploma tuition, for some this is not practical due to home and work commitments. Therefore we offer this self-guided course that people can follow in their own time and at their own pace. It is a blended-learning course which involves two live modules that can be followed through a recording (if attending at the live course times is not convenient).
The Self-Guided Course is the equivalent of the Live Diploma, both courses consisting of seven modules. The course fee of £450 is the same for either course and bursaries and payment plans are available.
All modules include online teaching and resources, as well as one-to-one tutorials and assessed work. Please read through the following information and, if this course is for you, please complete the Enrolment Form by clicking on the button below.
The course outline is set out below. You may start the course when you wish and proceed through it at your own pace. There are no deadlines: you set the timetable.
Our NDP 'Starter Kit' is also available online.
This short course serves as a gentle introduction to the world of NDP and will give you a taster of our online training without you having to immediately commit to the full NDP Diploma.
The cost of this course is currently only £30.
To enrol, please email us via the button below.
Brief Course Outline
NDP STARTER KIT:
A gentle introduction to the world of NDP that will give you a taster of our online training.
NDP DIPLOMA COURSE
MODULE 1: foundation
Includes the overall theory of Neuro-Dramatic-Play (NDP), messy play and stories.
MODULE 2: Attachment, Heartbeats and Rhythm
Understanding heart-to-heart connections, rhythmic play and stories.
MODULE 3: ESSENTIAL CHILD DEVELOPMENT: Embodiment-Projection-Role (EPR)
Developmental paradigm of play and drama that encourages confidence-building, empathy and interactive playfulness.
MODULE 4: therapeutic puppets and toys
How to make and use puppets with individuals and groups.
(This module is taught live. If you are unable to attend, a recording will be made available.)
MODULE 5: therapeutic theatre & A Midsummer night’s dream
The story of A Midsummer Night’s Dream and the making of a mini-theatre.
MODULE 6: therapeutic masks and their application
How to make and use masks in performance, role-play and therapy.
(This module is taught live. If you are unable to attend, a recording will be made available.)
MODULE 7: therapeutic storytelling
The creation of therapeutic stories through easy to implement structures. How to choose appropriate fairytales and legends and how to understand the story the child needs to tell, as well as the story they need to hear.
DIPLOMA COURSE - DETAILED COURSE OUTLINE
MODULE 1: FOUNDATION COURSE
Online Elements: The first part of the Module consists of the online elements which you must watch and listen to. These are:
- Introductory Video
- Tutorial Seminar Presentation
- Audio: Interview with Dr Sue Jennings
- Video: What is Messy Play?
- Story: The Magic Leaf
- Video: Play and Stories in Kazakhstan
- Audio: The Story of Little Goat
- Video: The Benefits of Messy Play
- Resource: NDP Playbook Part 1
Once you have completed these online elements you will book your One-to-one Tutorial with Dr Sue (by Skype, or telephone if you cannot access Skype). You will then move onto the Assessed part of the Module.
Assessment:
1. Create a Sensory Bag to use with children.
The bag itself should be sensory (a mixed-fabric Indian bag with mirrors is ideal), and the contents should consist of various toys and materials to encourage sensory play (for example finger paints, bell-shaker, bubbles). The bag and contents should be photographed, together with a few notes on how/why the contents will be used, and submitted for assessment with your report.
2. Conduct 3-4 sessions of Sensory and Messy Play with an individual or small group of children under the age of 6 years, utilising the sensory bag and other sensory materials. They can be children of friends, neighbours or from a local nursery, (not your own children). Write this up as a report, illustrated with photographs (with parental permission; if this is not given, photograph hands only, from the back) and the work. Reflect on the work and include references if appropriate. Evaluate the work yourself and gain feedback from the participating children.
Submit a short report by email. This should include photographs of the Sensory Bag and your Sensory Play report.
Essential Reading:
Healthy Attachments and Neuro-Dramatic-Play, Sue Jennings (2010)
[You can purchase this here in our online shop]
Suggested Reading / Watching:
All you Need is Love: the art of Mindful parenting, Shelja Sen (2015) Harper Collins
Fighting the Dragon: Finding the Self, Caroline Essame. (2016). Createcatt
Introduction to Developmental Play Therapy, Sue Jennings (1999). Jessica Kingsley
The Moving Child: Supporting Early Development Through Movement. An Educational Documentary (film) by Hana Kamea Kemble (available from Amazon)
MODULE 2: ATTACHMENTS, HEARTBEATS AND RHYTHM
Online Elements: The first part of the Module consists of the online elements which you must watch and listen to. These are:
- Introductory Video
- Tutorial Seminar Presentation
- Story: The Invisible Child
- Video: Reflections on ‘The Invisible Child’
- Video: Drumming
- Video: Circadian Rhythm
- Video: Clapping & Singing South African Rain Song
- Story: The Sewing of the Stars
- Resource: NDP Playbook Part 2
Once you have completed these online elements you will book your One-to-one Tutorial with Dr Sue (by Skype, or telephone if you cannot access Skype). You will then move onto the Assessed part of the Module.
Assessment:
1. Create an Attachment Box for use with children and teenagers. Some of the contents may overlap with the sensory bag; include attachment toys, puppets and objects to encourage exploration of dependent relationships and nurture. The box and contents should be photographed, and submitted for assessment, together with a few notes on how the box can be used.
2. Spend time with a mother and newborn baby, noting early interactions and discussing 'play and newborns'. Write a page of notes about 'newborn play'.
Submit a short report by email. This should include photographs of the Attachment Box and notes on its use, and your notes on newborn play.
For the Advanced Diploma: Conduct 10 sessions of NDP or Rhythmic Play with children or teenagers. Focus on attachment play and rhythm. Write your findings from these sessions up as a report, illustrated with photographs (with parental permission; if this is not given, photograph hands only, from the back) and the work. Reflect on the work and include references if appropriate. Evaluate the work yourself and gain feedback from the participating children.
MODULE 3: EMBODIMENT-PROJECTION-ROLE (EPR)
Online Elements: The first part of the Module consists of the online elements which you must watch and listen to. These are:
- Introductory Video
- Tutorial Seminar Presentation
- Discussion with Dr Sue Jennings and Dr Joanna Janaaste
- Mandala Method
- Malinka and the Fairies
- Applied Puppetry
- Oseo and the Giant
Once you have completed these online elements you will book your One-to-one Tutorial with Dr Sue (by Skype, or telephone if you cannot access Skype). You will then move onto the Assessed part of the Module.
Assessment:
1. Create a Story Bag with objects, small figures, and storybooks. The box and contents should be photographed, and submitted for assessment, together with a few notes on how the box can be used.
2. Find an opportunity to tell new stories to a group of children, and make notes on their responses.
Submit a short report by email. This should include photographs of the Story Bag and notes on its use, and your notes on the story-telling session.
MODULE 4: THErapeutic puppets and Toys
This is a practical module which is taught live and may be followed through a recording if it is not possible to attend the live module at the given time. The
Presentation on practical puppet use
How to make puppets that are simple and easy to use
Stories that can be used in puppet play
Active puppet use in small groups
Assessment:
Create a large puppet that can be used in puppet therapy sessions with young children.
Write up a short report including photographs and notes about your puppet.