In the
illustrative example below
of a fragment of the
model's competency framework sandplay is used as one of many competencies forming the group Working
Therapeutically with Children. 7 behavioural indicators are given –
there are almost certainly more to be added. Each of these is related to
the Play Continuum levels. For example we believe that ‘Providing a sand
pit with toys’ applies to ‘play’ level 1, ‘play work’ – level 2 and
‘therapeutic play work’ – level 3 but not to other levels. However
‘Using a sand play session as an assessment tool’ starts at the Play
Continuum level 4 (Therapeutic Play) and also applies to Filial Therapy
– level 5, Play Therapy – level 6 and Child Psychotherapy – level 7.
In addition the behavioural indicators are related to the level of
experience (role). For example ‘Mediates a sand play session with a
child’ applies to role level 2 (Initially Trained Practitioner) upwards
whereas ""Monitors a client’s development using a series of sand trays"
applies to role level 4 (Fully Skilled Practitioner) and upwards
stopping at role level 7.
(Return to PSM Description)
|
Competence
(Is able to use) |
Behavioural Indicator |
Play Continuum Level |
Role |
|
Sandplay |
Provides a sand pit with
appropriate toys |
1, 2, 3
|
0-4 |
|
Sets up a sand play session with
an individual child |
3,4,5,6,7 |
2-7 |
|
Mediates a sand play session
with a child
- non directively
- non judgementally
- not interpreted
using a sand tray and a collection of objects |
2,3,4,5,6,7 |
2-7 |
|
Uses a sand play session as an
assessment tool |
4,5.6,7 |
3-7 |
|
Interprets an individual sand
play session |
4,5,6,7 |
3-7 |
|
Monitors a client’s development
using a series of sand trays |
4,5,6,7 |
4-7 |
|
Equips a therapeutic centre with
sand tray facilities and objects |
2,3,4,5,6,7 |
3-8 |
