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AMTI Online Diploma in Montessori Adult Care AMTIAU8B

AMTIAU8B

AMTI Online Diploma in Montessori Adult Care

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.

Duration
6 – 12 Months
Workload
3–5 hrs/week
Delivery
Online

Best For

Family caregivers

Those seeking to work in Montessori adult care environments

Holders of a nationally recognised credential in the adult care sector

Those able to attend online live virtual sessions

Course Structure

Academic Component

Virtual lectures

Interactive activities

Readings

Live virtual tutorials

Practical assignments & activities contributing to a Course Portfolio and Professional Reflective Journal
 

Self-Directed Practicum

Caregiving practice

Observation activities

Integration of knowledge with practice

Preparation and care of the environment

Communications

Demonstration of skills

Key Course Segments

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Prelude: Getting Started
Welcome message · Navigating the LMS · Adult Learner Handbook & Agreement · First reflective journal task
 

1
Introduction to the Montessori Approach to Adult Care
Core principles · Dr Montessori’s work & foundational insights · Stages of development · Montessori 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 · Connection and communication · Observation and assessment
 

4
Creating a Montessori Prepared Environment for Adult Care
Principles of a prepared environment · Structure & order · Beauty & atmosphere · Means of development · Environmental assessments
 

5
Montessori Activities and Materials for Adult Care
Introduction to activities · Five key areas · Practical life exercises · Sensorial activities · Language & mathematics · Cultural activities
 

6
Concurrent In-Service Practicum & Self-Reflection
Completely self-directed with self-reflection assignment to be submitted.

 
Qualification & Endorsement

Diploma of Completion · Montessori Australia Endorsed · Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) applied where applicable.

Course Curriculum

Module 0: Getting Started

  • Welcome to AMTI Message
    02:07
  • Navigating AMTI Platform
  • Adult Learner Handbook and Agreement Form
  • Task List
  • Live Class: TBA
  • Assignment 1: Signed Adult Learner Handbook
  • Assignment 2: Reflective Journal

Module 1: Introduction to the Montessori Approach for Adult Care

$726.00
  • Level
    Intermediate
  • Last Updated
    March 18, 2026
  • Enrollment validity
    Enrollment validity: Lifetime
  • Certificate
    Certificate of completion

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