The classic introduction to Montessori, the AMI Orientation (formerly Assistants Certificate) is studied part time and online. You will gain an overview of the developmental characteristics and needs of children aged 0-3 years and learn about:
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An introduction to the Montessori approach to childhood development and education. Gain an understanding of how children develop with a particular focus on the development of children aged 0-3 years and the importance of observation at this stage of development.
Discover the needs and characteristics of children at this stage of development including concepts such as the Absorbent Mind, the Sensitive Periods, the Importance of Order and Routine, the Development of Movement, the Development of Language, the Significance of Food, Toileting and Clothing, the Development of Independence, the Montessori concept of Freedom and Limits and the foundations for the Development of Spontaneous Self-Discipline.
You will be introduced to the Montessori approach and resources for 0-3-year-olds and how to prepare learning environments for children of this age such as the home, Montessori Nido and the Montessori Infant Community.
You will explore how an adult can best support optimal development for this age group in any environment and as needed, to identify and remove obstacles to optimal development. The course also covers how to work with a Montessori teacher at this age, also known as an “Assistant to Infancy”.
Learn about the importance of Observation as a basis for providing developmental support for children in any environment. Discover how the specific characteristics of children aged 0-3 years can be observed and supported at this particular stage of development.
Our students come from all over the world and our fees are the same for everyone. This course is studied online and therefore would not require a Visa for any student. Please note that the live course sessions are listed in UK time.
Live online sessions with additional study in your own time.
This is a part time online course with live online sessions with the trainer plus directed study in your own time. Course hours can vary – please check the dates listing for the course you apply for.
The AMI Orientation (formerly Assistants Certificate) is an introductory course providing an overview of Montessori at this stage of development and is also suitable preparation to work as a Montessori classroom assistant. The AMI Diploma is in-depth Montessori teacher training and qualifies you to work as Montessori teacher or educator for children at the relevant age.
We advertise jobs at the Maria Montessori School on our Work with Us webpage where you can also find links to AMI and Montessori Society job listings. We share details of school vacancies and other external vacancies with our students.
You need a good level of English to succeed on our courses. All applicants need to demonstrate their ability to understand and express themselves in both written and spoken English. If the highest qualification you hold was not studied in English, you may need to provide an English language qualification/test even if you do not require a student visa.
Applicants are asked to complete our online application form.
We may contact you for further information about how we can support your learning.
Successful applicants will be offered a place on the course and your place will be confirmed once you have paid the course fee.
