Our comprehensive EYFS Teaching Certificate Course provides the core knowledge, classroom delivery skills and early childhood development understanding required to teach and support learners within nursery and reception level settings across the UK.

This Early Years course focuses on the full EYFS statutory framework — including communication support, play-based learning, cognitive development, safeguarding, welfare requirements and Montessori-influenced techniques. You will learn how young children acquire social skills, emotional awareness, phonological growth and independence through structured early learning activities.

Throughout this online EYFS training, you will gain practical experience with planning activities, observation techniques, progress assessment, SEN support, wellbeing emphasis and behaviour-positive teaching strategies. You will also explore how the 2021 EYFS framework revisions affect curriculum delivery, assessment and classroom practice.

By enrolling in this CPD-accredited EYFS programme, you gain the professional credibility, skills and confidence to work in early years classrooms, nursery environments, child care settings, reception units or private early learning provision.

By the end of this EYFS Teaching Certificate, you will be able to:

☑ Understand the structure & statutory requirements of the EYFS Framework
☑ Support early language, social, emotional & cognitive development
☑ Deliver interactive, play-based learning activities in EYFS classrooms
☑ Apply Montessori-aligned strategies for independence & curiosity
☑ Create safe, nurturing learning environments that follow safeguarding rules
☑ Communicate effectively with parents & support developmental progress
☑ Observe, assess & record learning using EYFS assessment methods
☑ Implement 2021 EYFS updates with professional accuracy

• EYFS teaching, delivery and classroom support
  
• Child psychology & cognitive learning development
  
• Play-based and Montessori-aligned teaching methods
  
• Safeguarding & child wellbeing protection
  
• Behaviour support & positive guidance techniques
  
• Lesson planning, resource creation & activity structuring
  
• Observation & assessment reporting in EYFS
  
• Parent communication & partnership skills

This EYFS course is ideal for:

• EYFS Nursery Assistants
• Reception Class Teaching Assistants
• Childminders & Early Learning Carers
• SEN Early Years Support Workers
• Parents wishing to support structured development
• Primary TA candidates preparing for reception teaching
• Career changers entering childcare or education
• Anyone seeking a recognised UK EYFS teaching certificate

Suitable for beginners & existing practitioners.

• Dedicated UK-focused early years education platform
• CPD-accredited teaching certification recognised across the UK
• Mobile-friendly online lessons — learn anywhere, anytime
• 365-day self-paced study access for flexible completion
• No hidden fees — instant enrolment access
• Tutor & learner support available throughout

No formal qualifications required. You should:

• Have basic English communication ability
• Be motivated to work with children
• Have a device with internet access

Open to complete beginners.

After completing this EYFS Teaching Certificate, learners may progress into:

• EYFS Teaching Assistant
• Nursery Assistant or Practitioner
• Reception Classroom Support
• Early Years SEN Support Worker
• Childminder or Home-Based Educator
• Primary TA progressing toward QTS/PGCE

The assessment is straightforward; you need to complete the assignment questions that will be provided to you at the end of this  course, you can complete the assignment anytime you want. After you complete and submit your assignment, our tutors will assess your assignment and give you feedback if needed. 

After your assignment has been assessed and you have passed, you will be qualified and will be able to apply for a course completion certificate.

Upon completing the course and passing the final assessment, you will be eligible to receive a CPD QS Accredited Certificate from The Teachers Training, which demonstrates your professional knowledge, practical skills, and career readiness. You can select your preferred certificate option at discounted rates, with the Digital CPD Certificate (PDF) available for only £6.99, the Printed Hardcopy Certificate for only £9.99, or both the Digital and Printed Certificates together for just £11.99. This certification will significantly strengthen your CV and enhance your credibility within the education sector. Please note that discounted certificate pricing is available for a limited time only, so be sure to secure your certificate before the offer ends.