Adult Care Program

Transform Adult Care with Montessori Principles

Discover person-centred care approaches that honour dignity, independence, and meaningful engagement for adults living with physical or cognitive challenges, traumatic brain injury, dementia and ageing-related challenges.

Introduction

The Montessori Approach to Adult Care

Montessori Adult Care

About the Approach

The Montessori Approach
to Adult Care

The Montessori person-centred approach to adult care is for everyone. Whether a person has lived with a physical or cognitive challenge their whole life or have experienced a TBI through an accident, developed dementia as a result of disease, or simply experiencing symptoms of ageing.

Our courses equip caregivers, family members, and health professionals with practical tools and compassionate approaches to support care recipients.

Whether you are a volunteer family caregiver or professional working in a residential aged-care facility, group home or in-home care provider, AMTI's Montessori Adult Care training will transform how you support the adults in your care.

Why AMTI

Why Choose AMTI for Adult Care Training?

Join caregivers and professionals who are transforming adult care through Montessori principles.

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Person-Centred Care

Learn approaches that honour each individual's dignity, preferences, and abilities throughout the care journey.

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Accredited & Endorsed

Montessori Australia endorsed courses developed by experienced adult care professionals and practitioners.

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Flexible Online Learning

Study at your own pace with online delivery designed for busy caregivers and professionals.

Why AMTI

Why Choose AMTI for Adult Care Training?

Join caregivers and professionals who are transforming adult care through Montessori principles.

♥

Person-Centred Care

Learn approaches that honour each individual's dignity, preferences, and abilities throughout the care journey.

✓

Accredited & Endorsed

Montessori Australia endorsed courses developed by experienced adult care professionals and practitioners.

★

Flexible Online Learning

Study at your own pace with online delivery designed for busy caregivers and professionals.

Our Programs

Explore our Adult Care Courses

AMTI Audited Online Diploma in Montessori Adult Care Studies

(no assignments)

AMTIAU8A

🎓 MA Endorsed AMTI Certificate of Completion

Foundation — Best for Family Caregivers & Refresher

This course develops an understanding of Montessori philosophy and practice, for new caregivers working in established adult care environments and for those looking for a refresher course in Montessori adult care.

Best for individuals who are:

  • ✓Seeking to review Montessori philosophy & practice
  • ✓Family caregivers
  • ✓Working in Montessori adult care environments seeking greater knowledge
  • ✓In a position to audit the diploma without assignments or practicum
  • ✓Ages 18+ Years
  • ✓Complete within 6 Months
  • ✓Online-Only Asynchronous Delivery
  • ✓Approx. 3 hrs Self-Paced per Week
  • ✓Virtual Lectures, Interactive Activities, Readings
  • ✓Optional Live-Virtual Tutorials

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▼ Key Course Segments

1. Introduction to the Montessori Approach to Adult Care

  • Core Principles of the Montessori Person-Centred Approach
  • Dr Montessori's Work & Foundational Insights
  • The Baby & the Butterfly: Understanding the Stages of Development from Birth to Adulthood
  • Montessori Method Beyond Childhood

2. Understanding the Unique Needs of the Target Population

  • Traumatic Brain Injury
  • Physical Disabilities
  • Dementia
  • Ageing
  • Montessori Person-Centred Approach

3. The Prepared Caregiver in Montessori Adult Care Environments

  • The Prepared Caregiver in Montessori Adult Care Environments
  • The Role of the Caregiver in Connection and Communication
  • The Role of the Caregiver in Observation and Assessment

4. Creating a Montessori Prepared Environment for Adult Care

  • Principles of a Prepared Environment
  • Structure and Order in the Prepared Environment
  • Beauty and Atmosphere in the Prepared Environment
  • Means of Development in the Prepared Environment
  • Environmental Assessments and Modifications

5. Montessori Activities and Materials for Adult Care

  • Introduction to Montessori Activities
  • Five Key Areas in the Adult Care Environment
  • Practical Life Exercises
  • Sensorial Activities
  • Cognitive Skills: Language & Mathematics
  • Cultural Activities

Individual / Per Student

$450

AUD + GST

Per Organisation

$4,500

+ GST

Unlimited Course Attendees*

*applies to centre staff only

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Foundation Learning

AMTI Online Diploma in Montessori Adult Care Studies

(assignments required)

AMTIAU8B

🎓 MA Endorsed AMTI Diploma of Completion

★ Most Popular — E-Learning Diploma

This course develops a deeper understanding of Montessori philosophy and practice and supports the skill development of adults new to working with the Montessori approach in adult care environments.

Best for individuals who are:

  • ✓Family Caregivers
  • ✓Holding a current nationally recognised vocational credential in the adult care sector or working towards one
  • ✓Seeking to work in Montessori adult care environments as a care worker, allied health professional or family caregiver
  • ✓In a position to attend online sessions
  • ✓Ages 18+ Years
  • ✓Complete within 6 – 12 Months
  • ✓Online-Only Asynchronous & Synchronous Delivery
  • ✓3 – 5 hrs Self-Paced per Week
  • ✓Virtual Lectures, Live-Virtual Tutorials, Practical Assignments & Portfolio
  • !Self-Directed Practicum (self-monitored, with reflection assignment)
  • ✓Assessment Tasks Throughout the Course
  • *Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) will be applied

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▼ Key Course Segments

Prelude: Getting Started

  • Welcome to AMTI message
  • Navigating the LMS
  • Adult Learner Handbook and Agreement Form
  • First Reflective Journal Task

1. Introduction to the Montessori Approach to Adult Care

  • Core Principles of the Montessori Person-Centred Approach
  • Dr Montessori's Work & Foundational Insights
  • The Baby & the Butterfly: Understanding the Stages of Development from Birth to Adulthood
  • Montessori Method Beyond Childhood

2. Understanding the Unique Needs of the Target Population

  • Traumatic Brain Injury
  • Physical Disabilities
  • Dementia
  • Ageing
  • Montessori Person-Centred Approach

3. The Prepared Caregiver in Montessori Adult Care Environments

  • The Prepared Caregiver in Montessori Adult Care Environments
  • The Role of the Caregiver in Connection and Communication
  • The Role of the Caregiver in Observation and Assessment

4. Creating a Montessori Prepared Environment for Adult Care

  • Principles of a Prepared Environment
  • Structure and Order in the Prepared Environment
  • Beauty and Atmosphere in the Prepared Environment
  • Means of Development in the Prepared Environment
  • Environmental Assessments and Modifications

5. Montessori Activities and Materials for Adult Care

  • Introduction to Montessori Activities
  • Five Key Areas in the Adult Care Environment
  • Practical Life Exercises
  • Sensorial Activities
  • Cognitive Skills: Language & Mathematics
  • Cultural Activities

6. Concurrent In-Service Practicum & Self-Reflection

  • Completely self-directed with self-reflection assignment to be submitted

Individual / Per Student

$890

AUD + GST

Onsite in-person consultation, if possible, may be arranged (additional cost applies)

Per Organisation

$8,900

+ GST

Unlimited Course Attendees*

*applies to centre staff only

(Price includes AMTI Diploma registration fees for up to 8 students. Additional Diploma students $500 each)

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E-Learning

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