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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 0 - Early Childhood Foundation

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
Foundation Learning

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 0 - Early Childhood Foundation

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
Advanced Learning

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 0 - Early Childhood Foundation

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
★ MACTE Accredited

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
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 SupportLimited
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 EnvironmentLimited to 160 hrs640 hours
Upgrade to Diploma / MACTE Level AvailableN/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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