Foundation Learning · Level A AMTIAU1A

AMTI Audited Online Diploma in Montessori Infant Toddler Studies

(no assignments or practicum)

Learning Outcomes

What You'll Learn

✓Montessori philosophy, history and the foundational principles of the approach
✓Child development from birth to 3 years, including brain, movement, language and emotional development
✓Design and management of Nido and Infant Toddler environments
✓Aids to development from 0 to 36 months, including materials, movement and language
✓Practical Life, Grace and Courtesy, and Care of the Environment in the Infant Toddler setting
✓Psychology of parenting and the Montessori approach to family and community
✓Observation as a Montessori practice and the C.O.R.E. process
✓Program leadership, positive discipline and planning for inclusion and diversity

About This Course

Course Overview

This course develops an understanding of Montessori philosophy and curriculum, for new parents or for those working in Nido and Infant Toddler environments who do not require an accredited qualification.

Requirements

  • !A genuine interest in Montessori philosophy and the Infant Toddler stage of development
  • !Access to a computer or tablet with a stable internet connection
  • ✓No assignments or practicum required for this course

Course Structure

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Philosophy▼
  • Dr Maria Montessori, Her Life and Work
  • Overview of the Montessori Approach: Adult, Child and Environment
  • Foundational Principles
  • Human Tendencies
  • The Absorbent Mind
  • Sensitive Periods
  • Planes of Development
  • The Prepared Adult
  • The Prepared Environment
Module 2: Child Development▼
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Obstetrics, Pregnancy, Birth and the Symbiotic Period
  • Nutrition
  • Hygiene
  • Child Development Theories
  • Neuromyths of Development
  • Foundations of Personality Development
  • Brain Development
  • Movement Development
  • Language Development
  • Cognitive Development
  • Social and Emotional Development
  • Attachment
  • Developmental Crises: Birth, Weaning and Toileting
  • Role of the Adult to Aid Development
Module 3: Environmental Design▼
  • The Environment in General
  • Infant and Toddler Communities
  • People in the Environment
  • Space: 2 to 16 Months
  • Space: 16 to 36 Months
  • Objects, Furniture and Equipment
  • Psychosensory-Motor Development
  • Aids to Development: 0 to 5 Months
  • Aids to Development: 5 to 18 Months
  • Aids to Development: 18 to 36 Months
  • Development of Equilibrium: 5 to 36 Months
  • Language Materials
  • The Three-Period Lesson
  • Stereognostic Sense
  • Art
  • Music
  • Food
  • Practical Life
  • Care of the Person
  • Care of the Environment
  • Moving Furniture
  • Food Preparation
  • Grace and Courtesy
  • Trainer-Supervised Practice
Module 4: Child, Family and Community▼
  • Psychology of Parenting
  • The Montessori Parent
  • Parenting Babies and Toddlers
  • Baby-Led Weaning
  • Sleep Strategies
  • Toileting the Montessori Way
  • Setting Limits and Establishing Routines
  • The Montessori Home Environment: Birth to 5 Months
  • The Montessori Home Environment: 5 to 12 Months
  • The Montessori Home Environment: 12 to 36 Months
  • Aids and Hindrances to Development
  • Community and Professional Resources
  • Teacher-Parent Conferencing
  • Parent Involvement
Module 5: Observation▼
  • Observation as the Montessori Method
  • Preparing to Observe
  • The C.O.R.E. Process
  • Practice: Building the Habit of Observation
  • Classroom Observations
  • Observing in Home and Other Settings
  • Record Keeping
  • Practicum Observation
Module 6: Program Leadership▼
  • General Needs of a Montessori Classroom
  • Prepared Environment Set-Up and Clean-Up Procedures
  • Cycle of Planning
  • Staffing Schedules
  • Children's Routine Schedules
  • Authentic Assessment
  • Positive Discipline
  • Communication and Problem-Solving Strategies
  • Planning for Children with Differences
  • Multicultural Education and Diversity
Module 7: Early Childhood Overview▼
  • Montessori Philosophy and the 3–6 Perspective on Environment
  • Practical Life Materials
  • Sensorial Materials
  • Language Materials
  • Mathematics Materials
  • Cultural Materials

Best for Parents and Support Staff

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This Course Includes

  • ✓0 – 3 Years
  • ✓Complete in 12–24 Months
  • ✓No In-Person Requirements
  • ✓Access to Video Lesson Library
  • ✓DIY Digital Manual Included
  • ✓Enrolment Open Worldwide
  • ✓Complete in 12–24 Months
  • ✓MA Endorsed AMTI Certificate of Completion

Residency for Schools or Centres

$19,500 AUD + GST

Unlimited course attendees (centre staff only).

(email info@www.amti.edu.au for further information & enrolment)

↑ Upgradeable to AMTIAU1B at any time. Contact info@www.amti.edu.au.

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