Montessori Diploma Overview:

This Montessori Course is perfect for anyone who holds a Level 3 or above in Early Years and wants to work as a qualified Montessori Teacher. This Course is a blended-learning programme combining online study, via our Online Learning Platform, with a face-to-face Apparatus Workshop.

• Complete within one year
• Average 20 hours of study a month
• Student support with experienced and qualified tutors
• Online help system packed with helpful articles and guides

End of Course Certification?

Montessori Diploma.

What will I study?

Learning will be through our Online Learning Platform, which enables learners to communicate and collaborate. Study flexibly at your own pace and with your dedicated mentor who will support you through the Montessori philosophy and Montessori areas of learning.

Six units of study:

• Understanding the Montessori Method
• Practical life
• Sensorial
• Mathematics
• Language
• Cultural

There are various assignments for each module and throughout the course. Assignments within the programme vary in style:

• Online tests
• Written assignments

After completing each module, you will be given an online test and a written assignment, which will be marked and returned by your dedicated mentor. Remaining modules cannot be unlocked until the online test and assignment have been passed. During your study, you will participate in a 10 day Apparatus Workshop in our Training Centre. A Montessori expert will demonstrate how to present the Montessori Materials, giving you a hand-on study experience to further your knowledge.

Upcoming Workshops:

• Summer Workshop 2024 (Fully Face-To-Face):

Thursday 1st of August - Saturday 10th of August (Face-To-Face) Saturday 10th of August (Assessment Day)

• Spring Workshop 2025 (Partly Remote):

Thursday 22nd of May - Sunday 25th of May (Remote Days). 26th of May - 31st of May (Face-To-Face) 31st of May (Assessment Day)

• Summer Workshop 2025 (Fully Face-To-Face):

Monday 4th of August - Wednesday 13th of August (Face-To-Face) 13th of August (Assessment Day)

Entry requirements?

• Aged 16 or over
• Have a licence to practice and/or a full and relevant Early Years qualification at Level 3 or above as listed on the DfE database e.g. CACHE Diploma, BA (Hons) Early Years Practice, PGCE or QTS
• If English is not your first language, you should be able to demonstrate competency at level B2 of the Common European Framework (CEF) proficiency levels

How will I study?

The theoretical study is 100% online. The practical Apparatus Workshop is in our acclaimed Training Centre.

When can I start?

We enrol on the 1st of every calendar month. Once your payment has been received, we will send you your enrolment documents, as well as your login details.

How long will my certificate be valid for?

Once you have been awarded your certificate, it is valid for life and internationally recognised. The certificate does not expire or need renewing.

Career opportunities?

MAA graduates have the knowledge and skills needed by the Montessori community; employability and work-based learning is a key aspect of the training. The Montessori Diploma course is a CPD Accredited qualification awarded by Montessori Apprentice Academy and approved by CPD. Qualified practitioners are considered Montessori-qualified Teachers.

I'm a Nursery Manager. Can I book on more than 1 student?

We currently offer Early Years settings and Nurseries a 5% discount on group bookings over 5 students. *Terms apply. If you would like to book more than one student onto this Course, please get in touch to discuss your requirements.