Enrollment is open until October 9, 2023!
0-3 MONTESSORI DIPLOMA COURSE
FORMAT OF STUDY:
- Accessible blended format
- 4 modules over 2 years
- 400 hours of intensive training
INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE
Become a qualified Montessori teacher for children aged 0-3 years. Receive globally recognized diploma from Association Montessori International (AMI) and set off on a life-changing journey.
- Blended format (onsite and online participation required)
- Guidance of AMI trainer, Heidi Philippart
- Certificate awarded by Association Montessori Internationale (AMI)
- International students
- Starting at 8 100€
GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE COURSE
AMI Montessori 0-3 Diploma Course focuses on the study of Montessori pedagogy and current medical and psychological approaches to child development from birth to three years. This hands-on Montessori training covers 4 main areas: 1. Theory and Psychology where Heidi talks about Child Development, Role of the Adult, Development of Movement, Early Language etc.; 2. Medical/Developmental area where we focus on Anatomy and Physiology, Obstertrics, Nutrition, Hygien and Child Neuropsychiatry; 3. Methodology by Subject with focus on Psycho-Sensory Theory and Demonstrations, Home Environment, Communities; and 4. Practicum + Observation where students go through Suprevised Practice & Observation and Student Teaching. You will use the principles of Montessori education to foster a hands-on, self-paced, collaborative, and joyful classroom at any school, anywhere in the world.
WHAT WILL IT TAKE TO TAKE THE COURSE?
400 hours
140 hours
250 hours
20 books
REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTIFICATION
- 90% attendance in all course activities
- 400 hours of classroom based training including lectures and supervised practice
- 140 hours of supervised practice with Montessori materials
- 250 hours of observation
- Completion of Observation and Teaching Practice in Montessori setting
- Timely submission of written assignments in acceptable quality
- Completion of original reference albums and other coursework in acceptable quality
- Passing of written and oral exams
BEFORE YOU APPLY
Enrollment criteria and requirements:
- Ability to pursue academic work
- University or college degree
- English proficiency at C1 or higher (both spoken and written)
- Motivation and persistence to become a Montessori teacher
- Good communication skills
- Ability to self-reflect
- Being structured and orderly
Applicants without a degree can also apply and their applications will be considered individually. Students without a degree can be accepted to the course based on probation terms. Also, when translation of the course is available, we accept students without knowledge of English.
DIRECTOR OF TRAINING - Heidi Philippart
Heidi Philippart M.A.(Edu), A.M.I.(Dip), lives and works in Amsterdam. She was first introduced to Montessori in the late 80’s early 90’s, while working under the guidance of Patty Wallner (AMI Assistant to Infancy trainer) and Silvana Montanaro (founder of the AMI Assistant to Infancy programme). Heidi trained in Denver with Judi Orion on the Assistant to Infancy level, has worked extensively with the 0-3 programme and is an AMI trainer on the Assistant to Infancy level.
In 1996 she opened her first Montessori school and now runs two small Montessori Bilingual Preschools in the centre of Amsterdam, working with between 80 - 90 families every year. Her speciality is helping parents in the application of Montessori principles and bilingualism in the home environment. Heidi has spoken extensively around the Netherlands and internationally (France, USA, Australia, Britain) on Montessori related topics such as toilet independence, preparation of the home environment and the general area of birth to three. Heidi is presently working on the AMI Diploma - Assistant to Infancy in London.
APPLICATION PROCESS
STEP 1
Fill out the Application Form and pay 300€ / 7 500 Kč application fee. Once you fill it out and pay, we will get in touch with you within 5 working days.
STEP 2
Prepare the following documents:
- Portrait Photo
- One page motivational essay answering the question ‘Why do you want to take the AMI 0-3 Diploma Course?’
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Proof of highest acquired education
- Two professional reference letters
- Criminal record check (copy, the original can be submitted on the first day of the course)
- Read the payment options, pick one and sign the document
Documents requiring your signature must be signed, scanned and emailed in a pdf format to miroslava.vlckova@amiprague.cz.
STEP 3
Online Application Interview
Once all the documents above are submitted and reviewed, we will schedule an online application interview to talk about the course, answer your questions and ensure you understand the course requirements.
STEP 4
Results of the Application Process
We will contact you regarding the results of your Application Process. Good luck!
ARE YOU INTERESTED in the Diploma Course?
Feel free to contact us with any questions!