Pre-Primary Teacher Training in Zambia
Study APTTI's pre-primary teacher training online from anywhere in Zambia.
You can take pre-primary teacher training in Zambia online with APTTI at four levels: Certificate (120 hours), Diploma (200 hours), PG Diploma (240 hours) and Integrated PG Diploma (480 hours). International fees: Certificate US$170, Diploma US$325, PG Diploma US$475, Integrated PG Diploma US$549. Study in your own time zone, CAT (UTC+2).
Pre-primary education in Zambia
Early childhood education centres have expanded in Lusaka and the Copperbelt, many of them private.
Who sets teacher requirements
Teachers register with the Teaching Council of Zambia (TCZ), and the Ministry of Education oversees early childhood education.
This is general guidance, checked in October 2026. Rules change; confirm with the relevant authority and your target school.
Classroom languages
Main languages: English, Bemba and Nyanja. The course is taught in English, and it covers how to support children learning in more than one language.
Fees
| Level | Eligibility | Hours and duration | Fee (India) | Fee (international) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate | 10th pass | 120 hours / 6 months | ₹10,000 + GST | US$170 |
| Diploma | 12th pass | 200 hours / 10 months | ₹20,000 + GST | US$325 |
| PG Diploma | Graduation (any subject) | 240 hours / 12 months | ₹30,000 + GST | US$475 |
| Integrated PG Diploma | Graduation (any subject) | 480 hours / 18 months | ₹35,000 + GST | US$549 |
Cities
Questions from learners in Zambia
Can I do pre-primary teacher training online in Zambia?
Yes. APTTI's course is fully online with 24/7 access, so you can study anywhere in Zambia in your own time zone (CAT (UTC+2)).
What does the course cost in Zambia?
Learners in Zambia pay in US dollars: US$170 (Certificate), US$325 (Diploma), US$475 (PG Diploma) or US$549 (Integrated PG Diploma).
Is the certificate accepted in Zambia?
Private schools decide what training they accept. The certificate is professional training, not a government licence; check the requirements below and with your target school.