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AMTI Audited Online Diploma in Montessori Elementary Studies
(no assignments or practicum)
AMTIAU3A
🎓 MA Endorsed AMTI Certificate of Completion
Best for Parents and Support Staff
This course develops a broad understanding of Montessori pedagogy, child development, and curriculum for children from 6-12 years. Study at your own pace.
- ✓6 – 12 Years
- ✓Complete in 12–24 Months
- ✓No In-Person Requirements
- ✓Access to Video Lesson Library
- ✓DIY Digital Manual Included
- ✓Enrolment Open Worldwide
- ↑Upgradeable to AMTIAU3B
- ✓MA Endorsed AMTI Certificate of Completion
▼ Key Course Segments
Module 1 — Preparing for the Journey
- Welcome to AMTI
- Navigating the Online Environment
- Competencies, Completion Requirements & Assessment Tasks
- Why Am I Here?
- Purpose of Education
- Key Concepts of Montessori
- Differences Between Montessori and Traditional Education
- History of Montessori Education
- Core Principles of Montessori Education
- Detailed Overview of the Montessori 6-12 Curriculum
Module 2 — Preparing Yourself to Teach
- The Birth of Childhood
- Origins of Traditional Schooling
- Evolution of Understanding Childhood and Learning
- Montessori’s Milieu
- Progressive Educators
- Montessori and Dewey
- Transformation of the Adult
- Becoming the Scientist, Servant & Saint
- Observation Exercises
- Reflective Journalling
Module 3 — Montessori Philosophy & Child Development
- Human Development
- Developmental Characteristics of 6 to 9 and 9 to 12 Year-Olds
- Absorbent Mind and Reasoning Mind
- Sensitive Periods, Human Tendencies and Developmental Milestones
- Cosmic Plan and Learning
- Seven Great Stories and Five Great Lessons
- Peace Education and the Cosmic Plan
Modules 4–6 — Cosmic Plan: Geography, Biology, History
- Great Stories: Creation of the Universe, Beginning of Life, Coming of Humans
- Physical, Political and Economic Geography
- Timeline of Life, Classification, Ecology, Evolution
- Fundamental Human Needs, Australian History
Modules 7–8 — Language & Mathematics
- Reading, Writing, Speaking, Word Study, Parts of Speech
- Whole Number Operations, Fractions, Decimals, Measurement
- Financial Literacy, Algebra, Data & Graphs
Module 9 — Geometry
- Introduction through to Area, Volume and Theorems
Modules 10–12 — Physical Sciences, Practical Life, Art/Music/Movement
- Nature of Elements, Sound, Magnetism, Light
- Daily Jobs, Plant Care, Going Out, Food Preparation
- Art, Music and Movement Integration
Modules 13–14 — Curriculum Design & Classroom Leadership
- Preparing the Environment, Planning, Special Education
- Positive Discipline, Record Keeping, Assessment, Parent Education
AMTI Online Diploma in Montessori Elementary Studies
(assignments required)
AMTIAU3B
🎓 MA Endorsed AMTI Diploma
★ Most Popular for Educators
This course develops an in-depth understanding of Montessori pedagogy, child development, and curriculum for children from 6-12 years. Engage with trainers.
- ✓6 – 12 Years
- ✓Complete in 18–24 Months
- ✓Access to Video Lesson Library
- ✓Full Faculty Support
- ✓DIY Digital Manual Included
- ✓Enrolment Open Worldwide
- ✓120 Academic Online Hours
- ✓90 Minutes Online Mentoring Each Month
- !Requires Work Experience Hours
- ↑Upgradeable to AMTIAU3C
- ✓MA Endorsed AMTI Diploma
▼ Key Course Segments
Module 1 — Preparing for the Journey
- Welcome to AMTI
- Navigating the Online Environment
- Competencies, Completion Requirements & Assessment Tasks
- Why Am I Here?
- Purpose of Education
- Key Concepts of Montessori
- Differences Between Montessori and Traditional Education
- History of Montessori Education
- Core Principles of Montessori Education
- Detailed Overview of the Montessori 6-12 Curriculum
Module 2 — Preparing Yourself to Teach
- The Birth of Childhood
- Origins of Traditional Schooling
- Evolution of Understanding Childhood and Learning
- Montessori’s Milieu
- Progressive Educators
- Montessori and Dewey
- Transformation of the Adult
- Becoming the Scientist, Servant & Saint
- Observation Exercises
- Reflective Journalling
Module 3 — Montessori Philosophy & Child Development
- Human Development
- Developmental Characteristics of 6 to 9 and 9 to 12 Year-Olds
- Absorbent Mind and Reasoning Mind
- Sensitive Periods, Human Tendencies and Developmental Milestones
- Cosmic Plan and Learning
- Seven Great Stories and Five Great Lessons
- Peace Education and the Cosmic Plan
Modules 4–6 — Cosmic Plan: Geography, Biology, History
- Great Stories: Creation of the Universe, Beginning of Life, Coming of Humans
- Physical, Political and Economic Geography
- Timeline of Life, Classification, Ecology, Evolution
- Fundamental Human Needs, Australian History
Modules 7–8 — Language & Mathematics
- Reading, Writing, Speaking, Word Study, Parts of Speech
- Whole Number Operations, Fractions, Decimals, Measurement
- Financial Literacy, Algebra, Data & Graphs
Module 9 — Geometry
- Introduction through to Area, Volume and Theorems
Modules 10–12 — Physical Sciences, Practical Life, Art/Music/Movement
- Nature of Elements, Sound, Magnetism, Light
- Daily Jobs, Plant Care, Going Out, Food Preparation
- Art, Music and Movement Integration
Modules 13–14 — Curriculum Design & Classroom Leadership
- Preparing the Environment, Planning, Special Education
- Positive Discipline, Record Keeping, Assessment, Parent Education
AMTI Online Diploma with MACTE Accreditation in Montessori Elementary Studies
(assignments and practicum required)
AMTIAU3C
🎓 MA Endorsed AMTI Diploma & MACTE Accredited Certification
★ Best Value · Recognised Globally
A workplace-based AMTI diploma developing in-depth Montessori pedagogy, child development and curriculum for children aged 6–12, delivered within a school or cluster of schools. Customised to meet the on-the-ground needs of educators in Australian public or Independent Montessori programs.
- ✓6 – 12 Years
- ✓Complete in 18–24 Months
- !In-Person Requirements
- ✓Access to Video Lesson Library
- ✓Full Faculty Support
- ✓DIY Digital Manual Included
- ✓Enrolment Open Worldwide
- ✓Blended 640 Academic Hours (480 Hours Online Self-Paced + 160 Hours In-Person)
- ✓Online Mentoring Each Month
- !Requires Practicum 560 Hours at a Recognised Montessori Program
- ✓MA Endorsed AMTI Diploma & MACTE Accredited Certification
▼ Key Course Segments
Module 1 — Preparing for the Journey
- Welcome to AMTI
- Navigating the Online Environment
- Competencies, Completion Requirements & Assessment Tasks
- Why Am I Here?
- Purpose of Education
- Key Concepts of Montessori
- Differences Between Montessori and Traditional Education
- History of Montessori Education
- Core Principles of Montessori Education
- Detailed Overview of the Montessori 6-12 Curriculum
Module 2 — Preparing Yourself to Teach
- The Birth of Childhood
- Origins of Traditional Schooling
- Evolution of Understanding Childhood and Learning
- Montessori’s Milieu
- Progressive Educators
- Montessori and Dewey
- Transformation of the Adult
- Becoming the Scientist, Servant & Saint
- Observation Exercises
- Reflective Journalling
Module 3 — Montessori Philosophy & Child Development
- Human Development
- Developmental Characteristics of 6 to 9 and 9 to 12 Year-Olds
- Absorbent Mind and Reasoning Mind
- Sensitive Periods, Human Tendencies and Developmental Milestones
- Cosmic Plan and Learning
- Seven Great Stories and Five Great Lessons
- Peace Education and the Cosmic Plan
Modules 4–6 — Cosmic Plan: Geography, Biology, History
- Great Stories: Creation of the Universe, Beginning of Life, Coming of Humans
- Physical, Political and Economic Geography
- Timeline of Life, Classification, Ecology, Evolution
- Fundamental Human Needs, Australian History
Modules 7–8 — Language & Mathematics
- Reading, Writing, Speaking, Word Study, Parts of Speech
- Whole Number Operations, Fractions, Decimals, Measurement
- Financial Literacy, Algebra, Data & Graphs
Module 9 — Geometry
- Introduction through to Area, Volume and Theorems
Modules 10–12 — Physical Sciences, Practical Life, Art/Music/Movement
- Nature of Elements, Sound, Magnetism, Light
- Daily Jobs, Plant Care, Going Out, Food Preparation
- Art, Music and Movement Integration
Modules 13–14 — Curriculum Design & Classroom Leadership
- Preparing the Environment, Planning, Special Education
- Positive Discipline, Record Keeping, Assessment, Parent Education
Academic Hour Breakdown (MACTE)
- Module 1 — 20 async, 2 sync online
- Module 2 — 25 async, 5 sync online, 40 hrs in-person
- Module 3 — 30 async, 10 sync online, 10 hrs in-person
- Module 4 — 20 async, 10 sync online, 5 hrs in-person
- Module 5 — 20 async, 20 sync online, 5 hrs in-person
- Module 6 — 20 async, 10 sync online, 5 hrs in-person
- Module 7 — 50 async, 20 sync online, 20 hrs in-person
- Module 8 — 60 async, 20 sync online, 20 hrs in-person
- Module 9 — 20 async, 20 sync online, 10 hrs in-person
- Module 10 — 5 async, 5 sync online, 2 hrs in-person
- Module 11 — 10 async, 10 sync online, 10 hrs in-person
- Module 12 — 5 async, 10 sync online, 10 hrs in-person
- Module 13 — 5 async, 10 sync online
- Module 14 — 35 async, 10 sync online, 15 hrs in-person
- Total Academic: 640 hrs · Practicum: 560 hrs
Compare Course Options
| Feature | AMTI Audited Online Diploma in Montessori Elementary Studies (no assignments or practicum) AMTIAU3A |
AMTI Online Diploma in Montessori Elementary Studies (assignments required) AMTIAU3B |
AMTI Online Diploma with MACTE Accreditation in Montessori Elementary Studies (assignments and practicum required) AMTIAU3C |
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| Program Basics | |||
| Enrolment Open Worldwide | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Complete in 12–24 Months | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Accessible, Flexible and Affordable | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rolling Start Option to Suit Lifestyle | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Competitive Fee Structure | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Learning Resources | |||
| 160 Academic Online Hours | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| 640 Academic Blended Hours (MACTE) | — | — | ✓ |
| Access to Video Lesson Library | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Digital Manuals Included (Requiring Illustrations) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Support Features | |||
| First Year Membership to AMTI & MA | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Email Access to Faculty Support | Limited | ✓ | ✓ |
| Full Access to Faculty Support | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Online Participation & Attendance Certification | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| In-Person Requirement | — | — | ✓ |
| Certification & Recognition | |||
| AMTI Certificate of Completion | ✓ | - | - |
| AMTI Diploma | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| MACTE International Certification | — | — | ✓ |
| Practicum Hours at a Recognised Montessori Environment | — | Limited to 160 hrs | 640 hours |
| Upgrade to Diploma / MACTE Level Available | ✓ | ✓ | N/A |
| Pricing | |||
| Individual / Per Student | $1,950AUD + GST | $3,890AUD + GST | $5,790AUD + GST |
| Residency Program for Schools or Centres (email info@amti.au for further information & enrolment) | $19,500AUD + GSTUnlimited Course Attendees**applies to school staff only | $31,120AUD + GSTUnlimited Course Attendees**applies to school staff only (Price includes AMTI Diploma registration fees for up to 8 students. Additional Diploma students $500 each) | $46,320AUD + GSTUnlimited Course Attendees**applies to school staff only (Price includes AMTI Diploma and MACTE registration fees for up to 8 students. Additional MACTE students $750 each) |
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