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NTT Course in Lagos: Online Nursery Teacher Training
Train as a nursery teacher from Lagos without travelling to a training centre. Study APTTI's NTT course online in your own time, then teach in private nursery and primary schools and other early-years settings.
The NTT course in Lagos is studied online: Certificate after 10th (120 hours, 6 months), Diploma after 12th (200 hours, 10 months) or PG Diploma for graduates (240 hours, 12 months). Fees start at USD 170 (₹10,000 + GST). There is no entrance exam, you can start any time, and the certificate is posted to your Lagos address.
Studying nursery teacher training from Lagos
Learners in Ikeja, Lekki, Surulere, Yaba, Ikorodu, Ajah, Victoria Island and Festac and across Lagos State use the same online course: log in at any time, work through the modules and submit assignments to your tutor. You can practise with children where you already work, volunteer at a local playschool or nursery, or use activities at home.
Study is self-paced, so WAT (UTC+1) working hours make no difference. Assignments are in English; English and local languages can all be part of your classroom practice.
Nursery teaching jobs in Lagos
Trained nursery teachers in Lagos work in private nursery and primary schools, creches, day-care centres and early-years sections of private schools. Many also run home-based activity or phonics groups.
Nigeria has one of Africa's largest private nursery-and-primary school sectors, particularly in Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt, and parents increasingly expect play-based, well-organised early-years classrooms.
Course levels and fees for Lagos learners
| Level | Eligibility | Duration | Fee in INR | Fee in USD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate | 10th pass | 120 hours / 6 months | ₹10,000 + GST | USD 170 |
| Diploma | 12th pass | 200 hours / 10 months | ₹20,000 + GST | USD 325 |
| PG Diploma | Graduation | 240 hours / 12 months | ₹30,000 + GST | USD 475 |
Prefer another approach? Montessori, ECCE and Pre-Primary courses have the same levels and fees; teachers already in post can take the International Teaching Diploma.
Recognition in Nigeria
Teaching in Nigeria is regulated by the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN), and registration rests on recognised teaching qualifications such as the NCE or a degree in education. An APTTI course is professional development for nursery practice; it is not a TRCN registration route on its own.
NTT course in Lagos: questions
Is there an NTT course in Lagos?
Yes. You can take APTTI's nursery teacher training (NTT) course from Lagos online, with no need to travel to a centre.
What is the NTT course fee in Lagos?
USD 170 / ₹10,000 + GST (Certificate), USD 325 / ₹20,000 + GST (Diploma) or USD 475 / ₹30,000 + GST (PG Diploma). Pay in US dollars or Indian rupees; GST is added to rupee fees.
Can I do the NTT course in Lagos while working?
Yes. Study is self-paced with 24/7 access; about 5 hours a week completes each level on time.
Will schools in Lagos accept the certificate?
Many private nurseries and schools accept it as training evidence, but acceptance is each employer's decision and licensing rules in Nigeria apply. Check before enrolling.
Which areas of Lagos do learners study from?
Learners join from across Lagos, including Ikeja, Lekki, Surulere, Yaba, Ikorodu, Ajah, and from nearby towns in Lagos State.
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