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Level 3 Certificate in Primary Teaching, Phonics and Nursery Teacher
Thames College

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Price
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£19 inc VAT (was £21)
Offer ends 31 January 2026
Study method
Online, On Demand
Duration
2.7 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
10 CPD hours / points
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Certificates
  • CPD Accredited PDF Certificate - Free
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
  • CPD Accredited Hardcopy Certificate - £8.99
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Overview

Early childhood education lays the foundation for a child's future learning, social development, and emotional well-being.

The Primary Teaching, Phonics and Nursery Teacher Course has been designed to give you the skills to shape young learners' first experiences of education. Through a combination of phonics instruction, literacy and numeracy development, behaviour management strategies, and inclusive teaching methods, this course equips you to support the full spectrum of a young child's learning journey. It focuses on the key areas that build a strong educational base in the early years, ensuring that children are ready for their next stages of schooling with confidence and curiosity.

This course also addresses the growing need for trained early years educators across the UK. As more schools, nurseries, and childcare centres prioritise structured early learning, qualified teachers are in demand. You will explore areas such as physical development and health education, as well as observation and assessment techniques, which are essential for monitoring progress and planning next steps.

Whether you are new to teaching or seeking to strengthen your skills, this course will give you the tools to create a nurturing, engaging, and inclusive environment for every child in your care.

Additional perks of selecting course from Thames College:

This course offers you the benefit of —

  • Learn with an engaging voiceover and visual elements.
  • Lifetime access to the course.
  • Participate in quick assessments and get instant feedback on your course progress.
  • Study on your own schedule.

Certificates

CPD Accredited PDF Certificate

Digital certificate - Included

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

CPD Accredited Hardcopy Certificate

Hard copy certificate - £8.99

CPD

10 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Curriculum

1
section
11
lectures
2h 44m
total

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Description

Course Curriculum:

  • Module 1: Foundations of Early Childhood Education covers key principles of early learning and the role of the teacher in nurturing development.

  • Module 2: Teaching Phonics in Early Years provides methods to introduce and teach phonics systematically to help children build early reading skills.

  • Module 3: Literacy Development in Early Years focuses on storytelling, vocabulary building, and supporting emergent readers and writers.

  • Module 4: Numeracy Skills for Young Learners teaches you how to introduce numbers, patterns, and basic maths concepts in a fun and accessible way.

  • Module 5: Behaviour Management in the Early Years gives strategies to promote positive behaviour, manage classroom dynamics, and build social skills.

  • Module 6: Inclusive Teaching Practices prepares you to support children with diverse needs, adapting your teaching to different learning styles and abilities.

  • Module 7: Physical Development and Health Education helps you understand how to support children's physical well-being, motor skills, and health awareness.

  • Module 8: Assessment and Observation Techniques shows how to effectively monitor, record, and evaluate children's development to inform future planning.

Learning this course can open pathways into early education, a sector that is stable, rewarding, and growing. It builds the knowledge needed to engage young minds and meet the professional expectations of nurseries, primary schools, and early learning settings. It also strengthens your career prospects by helping you meet the standards expected in early years education across the UK.

Who is this course for?

  • Aspiring nursery and primary teachers seeking a solid base in early years education.
  • Teaching assistants who want to enhance their phonics, literacy, and behaviour management skills.
  • Childminders, nannies, and childcare workers aiming to broaden their knowledge of child development and inclusive teaching.
  • Career changers interested in moving into early years education.

Requirements

No previous experience or qualifications are required to enroll in our course. This course is designed for anyone eager to learn, whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out.

Join us and take the first step on this exciting path!

Career path

  • Nursery Teacher – £22,000 to £32,000 per year
  • Reception Class Teacher – £24,000 to £40,000 per year
  • Early Years Practitioner – £20,000 to £28,000 per year
  • Classroom Assistant (Early Years) – £18,000 to £25,000 per year
  • Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant – £19,000 to £27,000 per year

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CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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