The core training content, which staff delivering the programme to pupils (usually Teaching Assistants) will need to undertake involves three linked online courses (two courses before you begin to deliver NELI and a further short course halfway through). It will take 10 – 12 hours to complete and can be undertaken in a self-paced manner, in other words, there are no live elements to the training, and it can fit around you and your school.
Reception class teachers are required to complete the first of the three linked training courses. This would be around 4-5 hours of training covering the fundamental aspects of understanding and supporting language development, as well as an overview of the programme.