Early Childhood Montessori Diploma Program

Early Childhood Montessori Diploma Program

“The goal of early childhood education should be to activate the child’s own natural desire to learn.”    – Dr. Maria Montessori

Program Overview

The Early Childhood Montessori Diploma Program prepares the aspiring teacher to work with children from 2.5 to 6 years of age in a Montessori environment or Child-Centered Classroom.

The Early Childhood Montessori Diploma Program is based on the fundamental Montessori philosophy and methodology.This program will prepare you with the necessary resources, skills, knowledge and practical hands-on experience to pursue a career as a caring and qualified Early Childhood teacher who effectively guides children in a Montessori classroom/environment.

Program Details

This blended (online and in-person) program is created with you in mind. Our interactive learning system is uniquely suited to combine flexible and self-paced online learning with in-person classroom practice, guided by our experienced Montessori faculty.

The practicum is one of the most valuable learning experiences you will undergo, and this will include supervised practice with a certified Montessori Teacher in a Montessori prepared environment. Working with children and being guided and mentored by experienced teachers provides you a wide range of real-life learning scenarios. You will gain knowledge on how to observe, facilitate and support children in their developmental growth in a classroom environment. Your internship/placement will provide the practical experiences to apply your Montessori academic knowledge while developing your classroom. 

The Early Childhood Montessori Diploma Program is comprised of the following:

    Synchronous online learning (1 evening virtual lecture, 2 hours per week)

    Asynchronous online learning (self-paced, 10-15 hours per week)

    Practical Review days (17 days in-person at our campus)

    Observation (40 hours)

    Practicum (360 hours)

The Academic Instruction/curriculum includes:

    Practical Life

    Sensorial

    Language

    Arithmetic

    Culture

Our highly qualified faculty, advanced curriculum, and blended (online and in-person) approach offers unparalleled learning opportunities for our adult learners. Graduates from our programs become problem solvers, innovators and resourceful Montessori educational guides for children.

Successful completion of this program will earn you an Early Childhood Montessori Diploma. 

Upcoming Program Schedule (Tentative)

Current Intake: May, 2023

Orientation Date: Wednesday, May 10, 2023 (8:00 PM – 10:00 PM EST)

Start Date: Wednesday, May 24, 2023

End Date: Saturday, March 30, 2024

Lecture Dates: Live virtual lectures will take place on Thursday from 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM (EST). 

There will be no live virtual lecture on the following dates: 

  • Wednesday, July 12, 2023
  • Wednesday, July 19, 2023
  • Wednesday, July 26, 2023
  • Wednesday, December 20, 2023
  • Wednesday, December 27, 2023
  • Wednesday, March 13, 2024 

Practical Review Dates: In-person practical review days will take place on the tentatively scheduled Saturdays or Sundays outlined below at our Toronto and/or Calgary campuses from 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM (EST).

  • Saturday, June 3, 2023
  • Saturday, June 24, 2023
  • Saturday, July 8, 2023
  • Sunday, August 20, 2023
  • Saturday, September 16, 2023
  • Saturday, September 23, 2023
  • Saturday, October 14, 2023
  • Sunday, November 5, 2023
  • Saturday, November 18, 2023
  • Saturday, December 2, 2023
  • Saturday, December 16, 2023
  • Saturday, January 13, 2024
  • Saturday, January 27, 2024
  • Saturday, February 17, 2024
  • Saturday, March 9, 2024
  • Saturday, March 23, 2024
  • Saturday, March 30, 2024

Next Intake: September 2023

Note: All posted dates are tentative and subject to change at the discretion of the College

Program Aims and Objectives

  • to have a deeper understanding of the Montessori philosophy and methodology
  • to apply your experience, skills and knowledge in an Early Childhood classroom
  • to apply your knowledge and skills with your own child
  • to be a prepared Montessori teacher (guide directress) in any Early Childhood class in the world

Program Career Opportunities:

After completing your Early Childhood Montessori Diploma Program, you can apply to the following positions:

  • Early Childhood or Casa Montessori Teacher, Early Childcare Teacher, Primary classroom teacher, Early years administrator, ability to open your own Early Childhood home school

Montessori Teachers College does not guarantee admission or successful completion of the diploma program offered.

Montessori Teachers College does not guarantee employment to those who successfully complete the diploma program.

Admission to the diploma program does not guarantee the adult learner the right to enter Canada under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (Canada) or to receive a visa or other document required under that Act.

Accreditations

This program is accredited by MACTE (Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education). 

Admission Process:

Admission Requirements

Applicants must:

At least 18 years of age or older

Submit a current resume

Have completed an Ontario Secondary School Diploma, or equivalent, College Diploma or University Degree 

Pass the English Language Assessment

Submit Photo Identification

Admission Process

The admission process is as follows:

Step 1: Submit Application Form

Step 2: Upload required supporting documents here within 24 hours of your application submission

Step 3: Montessori Teachers College will contact you to set up a virtual interview which involves an oral language assessment

Step 4: Upon a successful interview and review of your submitted documents, Montessori Teachers College will require the completion of a written language assessment which will be sent to you by email

Step 5: Upon successful completion of the written language assessment, Montessori Teachers College will email you the Acceptance Letter

Program Fees

Application Fee: Waived

Registration Fee: $500.00 (due upon acceptance)

Early Childhood Montessori Diploma Tuition: $6,285.00 (on top of the initial $500.00 deposit)

Payment Options:

Option #1:

10 monthly instalments of $628.50 (1st of every month, not including initial $500.00 deposit)

Option #2: 

Lump Sum of $6,285.00 upon acceptance (includes $500.00 deposit and $6,285.00) 

Please note: We are happy to discuss alternative payment schedules. Please contact registrar@mtcedu.com to inquire.

Upcoming Program Schedule (Tentative)

Current Intake: May, 2023

Orientation Date: Wednesday, May 10, 2023 (8:00 PM – 10:00 PM EST)

Start Date: Wednesday, May 24, 2023

End Date: Saturday, March 30, 2024

Lecture Dates: Live virtual lectures will take place on Thursday from 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM (EST). 

There will be no live virtual lecture on the following dates: 

  • Wednesday, July 12, 2023
  • Wednesday, July 19, 2023
  • Wednesday, July 26, 2023
  • Wednesday, December 20, 2023
  • Wednesday, December 27, 2023
  • Wednesday, March 13, 2024 

Practical Review Dates: In-person practical review days will take place on the tentatively scheduled Saturdays or Sundays outlined below at our Toronto and/or Calgary campuses from 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM (EST).

  • Saturday, June 3, 2023
  • Saturday, June 24, 2023
  • Saturday, July 8, 2023
  • Sunday, August 20, 2023
  • Saturday, September 16, 2023
  • Saturday, September 23, 2023
  • Saturday, October 14, 2023
  • Sunday, November 5, 2023
  • Saturday, November 18, 2023
  • Saturday, December 2, 2023
  • Saturday, December 16, 2023
  • Saturday, January 13, 2024
  • Saturday, January 27, 2024
  • Saturday, February 17, 2024
  • Saturday, March 9, 2024 
  • Saturday, March 23, 2024
  • Saturday, March 30, 2024

Next Intake: September 2023

Note: All posted dates are tentative and subject to change at the discretion of the College