0-3 Diploma Course

Two-Summer Format

Course Status: In Progress

Are you interested in exploring human development with a supportive cohort in an environment tailored just for you? Do you want to delve deeply into current psychology, practices, and the scientific understanding of child development? MINT's two-summer 0-3 Diploma Course is perfect for you!

This course equips adults to comprehend and facilitate optimal development for children from birth to age three through deep engagement with Montessori developmental theory and developmentally appropriate activities. Topics covered include gross and fine motor development, language acquisition, music and art, personality development, hygiene and physical care, nutrition, prenatal care, as well as practical insights for setting up home and community environments for children under three.

The first three years of life are crucial for the development of human beings and their potential. It is a period during which the core of personality, social skills, and human values are formed. Understanding a child's natural development empowers Montessori practitioners to create environments that cater to the needs of young children and promote a sense of belonging and independence. This is coupled with support for movement and language acquisition, nurturing children to feel confident and capable.

  • Schedule Overview:

    This course begins with Montessori Core Principles on June 3, 2024 - See details here.

    Summer One: June 10, 2024 - August 2, 2024

    Summer Two: June 2, 2025 - July 26, 2025

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    Note: Students will be required to complete observation and practicum hours as well as several written assignments during the interim year.

  • Course Tuition: $10,000

    Includes a non-refundable deposit of $500 due within 10 days of acceptance

    Application Fee:

    $100 on or before March 15, 2024 (Non-Refundable)

    $150 after March 15, 2024 (Non-Refundable)

    Fees:

    Examination Fee: $500

    AMI Membership Fee: $198

    MACTE Fee: $250

    International Student Fee: $400

    Technology Fee: $150

    Note: In addition to tuition and fees, students should budget approximately $1,000 - $1,500 for books, supplies, and material making.

    • Completion of the Guide to Diploma Course (approximately 2 hours)

    • Completion of the Montessori Core Principles Certificate Course.

    • 250 hours of documented observation of children under three

    • 20 hours practice teaching

    • 90% attendance

    0-3 Required Reading List.PDF

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  • Scholarship Information

    *A two-installment payment plan is available for a service fee of $300.

    To inquire about alternative financial arrangements, please contact MINT at admissions@montessori-mint.org.

  • Students who successfully completed the 0-3 Orientation Course may be eligible to receive pro-rated tuition for the 0-3 Diploma Course.

    For more information, please contact admissions@montessori-mint.org.

Enrollment for this course is closed.
New course announcements coming this fall!

This course is for…

Classroom Assistants |

Administrators |

Parents |

Parent Educators |

Policy-Makers |

Caretakers of all Kinds |

Teachers |

Classroom Assistants | Administrators | Parents | Parent Educators | Policy-Makers | Caretakers of all Kinds | Teachers |

  • “This course has set me on a path of enlightenment that literally has my soul on fire. Being able to explore and understand who I am, and my role in the life of the child has led me to being a better person. I am excited to take the next steps on my Montessori journey and lifestyle. I am deeply grateful to MINT for this life-changing experience.”

  • “ My experience this summer gave theory to what I have always believed about children. It gave reason to what appears unreasonable and made me fall in love with two year olds all over again. I think Montessori is deeply rooted in me even though I don't get it right all the time it makes sense to me at the core of who I am.”

  • “I am so thankful I could be in the course. It has been a great gift to me to be able to focus on a fundamental subject: the education of human beings from the start. It helped me also to direct, in this emotional time in my life, my energies toward good and peace.”

Free Information Sessions

Join us for a series of free Zoom Information Sessions scheduled throughout the year. We invite you to attend and delve into the details of MINT and AMI teacher training!

Meet the Trainer

  • Cristel Ruiz, M.Ed.

    AMI 0-3 Trainer | Read Bio

Want to know if this course is right for you?

Send us a message at info@montessori-mint.org. 💬 We are here to help you take the next step in your Montessori journey!