AMI 0-3 Diploma Course

March 25, 2025 - July 25, 2026

Blended Format

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AMI-Approved

Are you interested in a career working with children from birth to three and their families?  Do you care for young children at home or plan to in the future? Do you want to better understand child development and how to provide the most beneficial environment for young children?  MINT’s 0-3 Diploma is perfect for you!

In this course, learners will engage deeply with Montessori theory and its practical applications. Topics covered include basic care of young children from birth, gross and fine motor development, language acquisition, and personality development.  In our beautiful training center, students study  optimal environments and practice developmentally appropriate activities for children under three.  Our graduates leave MINT with a profound understanding of collaborative interactions that allow each and every child to develop to their full potential.

The first three years of life are crucial to each human being’s development as they create the person they will become through their interactions with their most trusted adults.  MINT equips its adult learners with the knowledge and skills to provide children with a fundamental sense of belonging and a strong foundation of independence that stays with them throughout their lives.  

Requirements

  • Completion of the Guide to Diploma Course prior to first session (2 hours)

  • 90% attendance at all in person and online class sessions

  • 250 hours of documented observation of children under three

  • 1 week of practice teaching

  • 60 hours of supervised practice with Montessori materials

  • 0-3 Required Reading List (Learn about Montessori-Pierson Publishing Company here.)

Are you ready to take the next step in your Montessori journey?

Course Schedule

Module 1
Online | 6 Weeks
March 25 - May 1, 2025
T & Th 6:30 - 8:30 pm CT
Zoom

Module 2
In-Person | 4 Weeks
June 23 - July 18, 2025
M-F 8:00 am - 4:30 pm CT
Onsite at MINT Dallas

Module 3
Online | 8 Weeks
September 30 - November 20, 2025
T & Th 6:30 - 8:30 pm CT
Zoom

Module 4
Online | 7 Weeks
January 27 - March 14, 2026
T & Th 6:30 - 8:30 pm CT
Zoom

Module 5
In-Person | 4 Weeks
June 29 - July 25, 2026
M-F 8:00 am - 4:30 pm CT
Onsite at MINT Dallas

Meet the Team

  • Molly Schayot

    AMI 0-3 Trainer | Read Bio

Tuition & Fees

Course Tuition

$10,000
A non-refundable deposit of $500 is due within 10 days of acceptance.

Application Fee

$100 fee on or before January 1
$150 fee after January 1
Application fee is non-refundable.

Other Fees

Examination Fee: $500
AMI Membership Fee: $198
MACTE Fee: $250
Technology Fee: $150

Financial Support

Scholarships & More

MINT’s robust scholarship program sets us apart from other training centers. Explore financial support from MINT and other sources here.

School Sponsorship

Many students receive school sponsorships to fund their training at MINT. Our team is available to guide both applicants and schools through this process.

ACE Fund

The Alumni Continuing Education Fund provides discounted tuition for returning MINT students on select courses.

Other Arrangements

A two-installment payment plan is available for a service fee of $300. Contact us to discuss alternative financial arrangements.