Can I do pre-primary teacher training while working?

By APTTI Educational Content · Updated 2026-10-10 · 2 min read

Yes. Because APTTI's pre-primary course is online and self-paced, most learners study while working or caring for family. The levels need roughly 5 to 7 hours a week: Certificate 120 hours over 6 months, Diploma 200 hours over 10 months, PG Diploma 240 hours over 12 months, Integrated PG Diploma 480 hours over 18 months.

What this means in practice

If you already work in a pre-school, your job gives you daily practice to use in assignments.

Study plan for working learners

Three weekday sessions of 45 to 60 minutes
One longer weekend session for assignments
A 10-minute daily review of one activity idea

Using your job

Ask your head teacher if you can try new activities and observe children for assignments, keeping children anonymous.

Balancing a full-time job and study

If you work full time, protect small, regular blocks of study rather than hoping for long free evenings. Use commuting time to read on your phone, and keep weekend sessions for assignments. Tell your manager if a course deadline is coming; most employers respect professional development. If you are working in a school, your job becomes part of your learning, so look for chances to try activities and ask colleagues for feedback.

Practical next steps

Choose the level that fits your available time.
Put study slots in your calendar.
Tell your employer you are training; many value it.

ExamplePrakash, a bank clerk in Vadodara, did the PG Diploma in the evenings before moving into teaching at a play school.

What to keep in mind: If your workload changes, ask admissions about an extension rather than giving up.

Common follow-up questions

How many hours a week?

Around 5 to 7 hours for most levels.

Can I study at night?

Yes; materials are available 24/7.

Sources

APTTI: Pre-Primary Teacher Training course page

Course facts from APTTI's published course pages, checked 10 October 2026. Editorial policy.