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Admissions Open — 2026 Cohort

Become a Certified Educational Consultant in 60 Days

The NST Two-Months Intensive Professional Certification Programme equips educators, school administrators, and counsellors with globally recognized credentials — fully verifiable, fully online, and built for the Nigerian education sector.

5Specialization Tracks
60Days Intensive
100%Verifiable Certificates
NST

Two-Months Intensive

Professional Certification Programme

  • Online & Self-Paced
  • Verifiable Digital Certificate
  • Nationally Recognized
  • Expert-Led Curriculum
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Limited slots per cohort

About the Programme

Raising Professional Standards in Education

The Nigerian Society of Teachers (NST) is committed to professionalizing the education workforce. This intensive two-month programme is designed for practising teachers, school owners, administrators, and counsellors who want to upskill, earn a recognized credential, and stand out in their field.

Choose Your Path

Five Specialization Tracks

Every track is a focused two-month certification. Pick the one that matches your career goal.

CEC

Certified Educational Consultant

For professionals advising schools, parents, and institutions on educational strategy, curriculum, and policy.

  • Educational advisory practice
  • School setup & compliance
  • Curriculum design
Apply for CEC →
CEM

Certified Educational Manager

For school managers and proprietors handling operations, staff, finance, and institutional growth.

  • School operations management
  • Staff & HR leadership
  • Financial planning
Apply for CEM →
CEA

Certified Educational Administrator

For administrators driving policy, records, compliance, and day-to-day institutional effectiveness.

  • School administration
  • Policy & records
  • Regulatory compliance
Apply for CEA →
CGCS

Certified Guidance & Counselling Specialist

For counsellors supporting student wellbeing, career guidance, and academic development.

  • Student counselling
  • Career guidance
  • Behavioural support
Apply for CGCS →
CECCS

Certified Early Childhood Care Specialist

For caregivers and educators shaping the foundational years of children (0–6).

  • Early childhood development
  • Play-based learning
  • Child safety & care
Apply for CECCS →
Simple Process

How It Works

1

Choose Your Track

Pick from the 5 specializations that matches your career goal.

2

Pay & Secure Your Slot

Pay the one-time fee of ₦49,500 securely via Paystack.

3

Complete Your Profile

Set up your account, upload your photo, and submit your details.

4

Learn & Certify

Complete the 60-day programme and receive a verifiable digital certificate.

Why Choose NST

Credentials That Carry Weight

Verifiable Certificates

Every certificate carries a unique ID that employers can verify online.

100% Online

Study from anywhere. No travel, no fixed class times.

Expert-Led

Curriculum built by seasoned Nigerian educators and administrators.

60 Days

Fast, focused, and career-ready. Finish in two months.

Questions

Frequently Asked

Who is eligible to apply?

Practising teachers, school administrators, counsellors, caregivers, and anyone working in the education sector. Minimum requirement: a teaching qualification or relevant experience.

How long is the programme?

Two months (60 days) of intensive online study per specialization.

Is the certificate recognized?

Yes. Every NST certificate is digitally verifiable through our public verification portal — employers, schools, and agencies can confirm authenticity in seconds.

Can I take more than one specialization?

Yes. Each specialization is a separate certification and can be taken sequentially.

How do I pay?

Once you complete your application, you'll be redirected to a secure payment page supporting card and bank transfer.

Admissions Are Open

Secure your slot in the 2026 cohort. Limited spaces per track.

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