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Phonics Teaching Certificate

4.8 (8 ratings) 4 enrolled 3h 50m of learning Updated Nov 2026
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3h 50mSelf-paced
12 lessonsOn the UISC learning portal
All LevelsNo prior training needed

Course curriculum

1 modules 12 lessons 3h 50m total
01 Phonics Teaching Certificate 12 lessons
  1. Introduction to Phonics Education
  2. Role of Early Phonics Teaching
  3. Career as Phonics Teacher
  4. Teaching Phonics
  5. Jolly Phonics
  6. Involving Parents and Carers
  7. Speaking and Phonological Awareness
  8. Systematic Assessment and Record Keeping
  9. Meeting Individual Needs
  10. Cognitive Approaches in Dyslexia
  11. Phonics for Deaf Children
  12. Teaching Higher Level of Phonics

About this course

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The Phonics Teaching Certificate is a comprehensive training program for early childhood teachers, such as EYFS Teachers and Primary School Teaching Assistants. It explores the different ways in which to teach children to read, with an introduction to Jolly Phonics.

You’ll develop your understanding of how children learn how to read, as well as learn how to support children with learning difficulties such as dyslexia. It covers the different types of readers, how to conduct individual and class learning assessments, and key strategies for promoting engagement and phonemic awareness in children.

Guarantee your professional development by enrolling in this course today, which includes essential information on career opportunities, earning potential and the professional skills required to take your career to the next level. This course can be studied on a full-time or part-time basis, and there are no specific learning requirements to enrol.

  • Accredited by CPD
  • Instant e-certificate
  • Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
  • Developed by qualified professionals
  • Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
  • 24/7 Learning Assistance
  • Discounts on bulk purchases

Who should take the course

This comprehensive training course is ideal for teaching professionals looking to develop their knowledge of the different ways in which to teach phonics. This includes:

  • Primary School Teachers
  • Phonics Teaching Assistants
  • EYFS Teachers
  • Private Tutors
  • Learning Support Assistants

Certification

Once you’ve successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. All of our courses are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field. Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, learners will be able to:

  • Understand the different approaches to teaching phonics
  • Demonstrate knowledge of their career options and earning potential
  • Support children with dyslexia in learning how to read
  • Teach the five skills of Jolly Phonics using menu board activities
  • Promote engagement and phonological awareness in children
  • Conduct a phonics assessment and maintain individual achievement records
  • Identify the different types of readers and support their individual needs
  • Use techniques such as blending to promote learning development

Accreditation

All of our courses, including this Phonics Teaching Certificate, are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.

Assessment

At the end of the course, there will be an online assessment, which you will need to pass to complete the course. Answers are marked instantly and automatically, allowing you to know straight away whether you have passed. If you haven’t, there’s no limit on the number of times you can take the final exam. All this is included in the one-time fee you paid for the course itself.

Course Curriculum

Module 01: Introduction to Phonics Education

In module two, we will take an in-depth look at phonemes, technical terms, and methods for keeping lessons interactive and engaging. It covers letters and sounds, and the responsibilities of a phonics teacher.

Module 02: Role of Early Phonics Teaching

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Module 03: Career as a Phonics Teacher

In module three, we will explore the career of a phonics teacher, with an overview of career responsibilities, choices, earning potential and options in this field.

Module 04: Teaching Phonics

In module four, we will deepen our understanding of how phonics is taught, and how phonics lessons should be structured. It covers popular techniques for developing high-frequency and decodable word knowledge.

Module 05: Jolly Phonics

In module five we will learn about Jolly phonics and the five skills of Jolly Phonics. It explores ways to increase phonemic awareness, letter formation, blending and segmenting, menu board activities, and other key teaching strategies.

Module 06:. Involving Parents and Carers

In module six, we will take a look at the key principles that underpin work with parents, and how to promote engagement. It also covers the importance of teaching children phonics at home.

Module 07: Speaking and Phonological Awareness

In module seven we will deepen our knowledge of the phonology of English, exploring ways to build phonological awareness and important information on the development of phonology.

Module 08: Systematic Assessment and Record-Keeping

In module eight, we will learn how to test reading ability through phonics assessments. It also covers class and individual achievement records, and strategies for keeping track of teaching.

Module 09: Meeting Individual Needs

In module nine,  we will gain a comprehensive understanding of the different types of readers, how to overcome phonetic problems, techniques for developing fluency, and the principles of intervention instruction.

Module 10: Cognitive Approaches in Dyslexia

Module 11: Phonics for Deaf Children

Module 12: Teaching Higher Level of Phonics

Your certificate

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Issued the moment you complete the final module. Every certificate lists the course aims and objectives, anticipated learning outcomes, the quality-assurance process — the elements required for verifiable CPD. Non-registrants can use it as CQC training evidence and for appraisals.

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Learner ratings

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Common questions

Where do I take the course?

On the UISC learning portal. "Enrol now" takes you to this course there, where you pay securely, get your login and study at your own pace. Your certificate is issued there when you finish.

When can I start?

Immediately. Access opens the moment your order is confirmed and you can learn from any device, in any order, as many times as you like.

How is the course assessed?

A short multiple-choice or scenario-based assessment at the end of the course with instant results. You can retake it as many times as you need at no extra cost.

Can I enrol my whole team?

Yes. Organisations can buy multiple places on one invoice and receive a training record for every learner. Contact us for team pricing.

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