The PG Diploma in Nursery Teacher Training is the highest level, extending early years expertise towards specialist and leadership-oriented practice.
The PG Diploma is the most advanced nursery pathway, suited to graduates and experienced educators seeking specialist and senior early years roles.
Who should consider this course?
- Aspiring nursery and preschool teachers
- Early years assistants who want a stronger professional foundation
- Caregivers moving into education roles
- Teachers seeking practical early-years professional development
What you will learn
- Relate child development to age-appropriate expectations
- Plan play-based learning that supports language, movement and thinking
- Build safe, inclusive and predictable nursery routines
- Observe children and use observations to inform planning
- Communicate professionally with parents and colleagues
What the programme covers
The exact depth and assessment load vary by course level. The curriculum below shows the core areas covered in this pathway.
Understanding early childhood development
Health, care, safety and daily routines
Learning through play
Language, stories and early literacy
Early mathematics and discovery
Creative, physical and social development
Positive behaviour and emotional support
Observation, planning and family partnership
How online study works
Learners study online through structured modules and can progress at a flexible pace within the completion period of the selected course level.
Assessment
- MCQ-based module assessments
- Planning and reflection activities
- Assignments or projects on higher-level pathways
Course Support
Academic support is available Monday through Friday from 10 am to 6 pm. Learners may also send questions by email or WhatsApp outside those hours, and the support team will respond as soon as possible. Each learner is assigned a tutor who can clarify course content, answer programme questions and provide guidance during study.
Certification
Certification is issued according to the selected London College of Teachers nursery teacher-training pathway.
How this course may support your professional development
The course can support professional development for nursery, preschool and early years roles. Employer, licensing and local qualification requirements should be checked separately.
Ask admissions about the right course level
Tell us about your experience, intended role and country. Admissions can explain the available study levels, current fees and certification details before you enrol.