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EYFS and Phonics Teaching Diploma

Gain confidence and progress your teaching skills with this EYFS and Phonics course. Develop a strong understanding of early years best practices to meet sector expectations. Study flexibly online at your own pace, valued by UK employers and suited to your professional growth.

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64 Lectures Level All levels Duration 7 Hour 2942 students

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Overview

EYFS practitioners who hold structured phonics and early years CPD training are placed into Reception and early years roles 40% faster than those without any formal early literacy credentials on their CV! If you work in early years or want to break into the sector, this EYFS and Phonics Teaching CPD course gives you everything you need to teach and support young learners with genuine confidence.

It’s fully online and self-paced so you study on any device whenever it fits around your life. Everything covers EYFS foundations, child development, phonological awareness, and inclusive early literacy practice throughout.

You’ll build solid knowledge across EYFS teaching methods, structured phonics instruction, assessment, SEND support, and parent engagement. Finish with a CPD certificate that demonstrates your early years expertise and the practical skills to make a real difference in nurseries, schools, and childcare settings.

Key Highlights

Fully CPD-accredited EYFS and phonics teaching course for UK practitioners
Covers EYFS foundations, child development, and structured phonics instruction
Built for EYFS practitioners, Reception teachers, and early years support roles
Completely online and self-paced with totally flexible access throughout
Focuses on early literacy, phonological awareness, and inclusive practice
CPD certificate that demonstrates your early years teaching expertise

What You’ll Learn

Understanding early childhood development within the full EYFS framework
Applying effective EYFS teaching methods in early years settings confidently
Developing phonological awareness and early literacy skills in young children
Teaching phonics using structured, age-appropriate approaches that genuinely work
Supporting children with diverse learning needs and SEND appropriately
Using assessment and record-keeping to track children’s progress effectively
Working warmly and professionally with parents and carers to support learning
Building real confidence for early years teaching and professional support roles

Gift Courses

Course 01: Childcare Level 3 Diploma
Course 02: Teaching Assistant Level 3 Diploma

WHY STUDY WITH Learn Era

Learn Era is a trusted CPD-accredited training provider dedicated to helping professionals build confidence, leadership, and compliance in the UK job sector. Our expert-led online courses are designed to fit around your lifestyle, giving you the flexibility to study anywhere, anytime.

CPD-accredited and employer-recognised qualifications trusted across the UK
Expert tutors with essential real-world experience
100% online learning with UK-based learner support
Affordable, transparent pricing with no hidden fees
Trusted by thousands of UK learners and global professionals

ACCREDITATION & RECOGNITION

This EYFS and Phonics Teaching Diploma is fully CPD-accredited, ensuring your qualification meets trusted professional standards for relevant fields. It is widely recognised by UK employers as a benchmark for continuing professional development and compliance training.

Earn a CPD Accredited certificate to showcase your knowledge and skills
100% online, self-paced study with 12 months’ access
Includes online multiple-choice exam and optional reflective portfolio
Order a CPD-accredited digital certificate (optional printed version available for £24.99)
Recognised by UK employers and globally trusted certification

ASSESSMENT & CERTIFICATION

Your progress in this EYFS and Phonics Teaching Diploma is measured through an online multiple-choice assessment with a 60% pass mark and instant results. Learners can retake the exam for free, ensuring full understanding before completion.
Upon passing, you can order a PDF version of the CPD Accredited certificate, verifying your learning achievement and continued professional development aligned with industry knowledge standards. You can also order a hardcopy certificate for £24.99 to boost your credibility and showcase your achievement.
This qualification includes no hidden fees and is recognised by UK employers as evidence of structured learning and professional growth.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

Aspiring early years educators seeking practical teaching skills
Practising professionals aiming to enhance EYFS knowledge
Teaching assistants supporting early years settings
Childcare workers wanting to improve phonics instruction
SEN coordinators focusing on inclusive education strategies
Early years leaders developing curriculum and assessment skills

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES & PROGRESSION

Early Years Educator (£18,000-£23,000)
Teaching Assistant in Early Years (£16,000-£20,000)
Early Years Practitioner (£17,000-£21,000)
SEND Support Worker (£18,000-£22,000)
Nursery Manager Assistant (£20,000-£25,000)
Literacy Support Tutor (£19,000-£23,000)

KEY SKILLS YOU’LL GAIN

Confident application of EYFS framework principles
Effective phonics teaching and lesson planning
Enhanced communication with children and colleagues
Understanding of child development stages and needs
Ability to support children with SEND inclusively
Skills in monitoring and assessing learner progress
Leadership capability in early years education settings
Ethical and professional decision-making

Enrol today to develop practical skills, confidence, and real-world understanding with the CPD-accredited EYFS and Phonics Teaching Diploma.

Curriculum

6 Sections
64 Lessons
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EYFS
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Phonics Teaching
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Frequently Asked Questions

Question: How do I become a certified phonics teacher in the UK?

There is no single certified phonics teacher route in the UK. Phonics expertise is developed through CPD-accredited training, EYFS or primary setting experience, and ongoing professional development. An EYFS and Phonics Teaching Diploma builds phonics skills and knowledge but does not replace QTS, PGCE, or regulated teacher training routes pathways.

Question: What is an EYFS teaching diploma?

An EYFS teaching diploma is a professional development qualification. It focuses on early childhood education from birth to age five, aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Content includes child development, play-based learning, early literacy, and inclusive practice, but it is CPD training, not a regulated teaching qualification route.

Question: How do you teach phonics in EYFS?

Phonics in EYFS is taught through age-appropriate activities. Teaching develops listening skills, phonological awareness, and early sound recognition using short, structured sessions. These are combined with play-based learning and language-rich environments, ensuring phonics teaching fits EYFS principles rather than formal classroom instruction for young children’s early literacy development needs appropriately.

Question: Is an EYFS & Phonics Teaching Diploma equivalent to a PGCE?

No, an EYFS and Phonics Teaching Diploma is not equivalent. A PGCE is a regulated teacher-training route leading toward Qualified Teacher Status. This diploma is CPD-accredited professional development that supports practical early years and phonics skills but does not provide statutory teaching status or replace initial teacher training requirements nationally.

Question: Can I teach phonics without a PGCE?

Yes, phonics can be taught without a PGCE. Early Years Practitioners, Teaching Assistants, and support staff often teach phonics in EYFS settings. However, lead teaching roles in maintained primary schools usually require Qualified Teacher Status, meaning requirements depend on role responsibilities and educational setting type across different UK education contexts.

Question: Is this course suitable for beginners with no teaching experience?

Yes, this course is suitable for beginners. It starts with early childhood development and EYFS principles before progressing into practical phonics teaching methods. No prior teaching qualification or classroom experience is required, making it accessible for new learners and career changers entering early years education seeking structured professional development opportunities.

Question: Does this course follow the EYFS statutory framework?

Yes, the course is aligned with EYFS practice. It covers child development, learning and development principles, and early literacy within the UK EYFS framework. The course supports understanding how phonics fits into EYFS but does not replace statutory teacher training or formal qualification requirements set by national early years policy.

Question: What phonics methods are covered in the course?

The course covers core early years phonics methods. Learners study phonological awareness, sound recognition, blending, and segmenting within developmentally appropriate contexts. It also introduces recognised approaches such as Jolly Phonics, explained at an overview level suitable for EYFS settings and inclusive early literacy teaching rather than formal programme certification.

Question: Is this an online phonics teaching course?

Yes, this is an online phonics teaching course. It is delivered 100% online, allowing learners to study at their own pace. Learners access digital materials and tutor support during the course period, making it suitable for working adults and those balancing family commitments while studying EYFS and phonics teaching principles.

Question: How are learners assessed on this course?

Learners are assessed through structured knowledge checks. Assessment focuses on understanding EYFS principles and phonics teaching concepts using applied learning tasks. The process checks comprehension and practical awareness, rather than classroom observation or live teaching assessment, ensuring accessible evaluation for online professional development learners with no requirement for placement evidence.

Question: Do I get a certificate when I finish the course?

No, a certificate is not issued automatically. After successful course completion, learners may choose to purchase an optional CPD certificate separately. Certificate formats and pricing are explained clearly at checkout, ensuring transparency, no hidden requirements, and informed decisions about certification for professional development records within EYFS and phonics teaching contexts.

Question: Is this course CPD accredited?

Yes, this EYFS and Phonics Teaching Diploma course is CPD accredited. It is designed as continuing professional development that supports ongoing learning and skills enhancement. CPD accreditation shows commitment to professional growth in early years and phonics-related roles but does not represent a regulated teaching qualification or substitute statutory routes required for qualified teachers.

Question: Can this course help me work in an EYFS setting?

Yes, this course can support work in EYFS. It helps learners develop knowledge and confidence relevant to nurseries, preschools, and reception-level support roles. The course strengthens understanding of early years practice and phonics teaching but does not guarantee employment or specific job outcomes as hiring decisions remain employer and setting dependent.

Question: Is this course suitable for SEN or SEND support roles?

Yes, the course is suitable for SEN roles. It includes modules on SEN, SEND, dyslexia, and inclusive phonics strategies. Learners gain understanding of supporting children with diverse learning needs in EYFS settings through adapted teaching approaches and inclusive early literacy support aligned with early years inclusion and SEND awareness principles.

Question: Can parents take this course to support learning at home?

Yes, parents can take this course to help. It supports understanding of early literacy development and phonics principles. Parents and carers can use this knowledge to support EYFS-aged children at home alongside nursery or preschool learning, without replacing professional early years education roles or formal teaching responsibilities within regulated education settings.

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