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This self-study CE is designed to educate play therapists on the evidence-base supporting play therapy as well as considerations in conducting research of their own. The text provides a comprehensive discussion of prominent play therapy research within Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) and filial therapy. The synopsis of included studies demonstrates the empirical support for play therapy with diverse client populations and in varied clinical settings. Guidance is provided on evidence-based standards and future directions for play therapy research.
After reading this text and completing the subsequent self-study assessment, the learner will be able to:
- Summarize principal findings of twenty-first century play therapy research.
- Appraise characteristics of rigorous play therapy research designs.
- Recognize the most addressed mental health concerns in current play therapy research.
- Describe the evidence-base for utilizing play therapy across varying presenting concerns.
- Discuss the effectiveness of group play therapy.
- Explain research findings that support the cultural responsiveness of play therapy.
- Interpret contemporary research relevant to filial therapy and the parent-child relationship.
- Identify future directions for play therapy research and evidence based-standards for conducting research.
11 non-contact CE hours. For the purpose of Criteria Verification Forms for RPT Credentialing Applications, this training covers 11 hours special topics.
This is a non-contact online CE exam. All virtual products at CPT are non-refundable. The purchase of this product does not include a book. In order to complete the exam, it is required to read the book "Child Centered Play Therapy Research". If you already have the book associated with this CE exam, you can take this exam without purchasing the book again. If you do not have the book, you can purchase it in the Publications section of our products.
After reading the book, you will complete a 81 question multiple choice exam. 11 non-contact continuing education hours will be awarded upon achieving 80% pass rate on exam.
