Primary (3-6) Orientation Course (Virtual)

 
 

Our Primary Orientation Course explores Montessori key principles, offering parents, caregivers, classroom assistants, and school administrators an in-depth understanding of the nature and development of children ages 2.5 - 6+.

Orientation Courses lay a strong groundwork for further study, such as an AMI Diploma Course. Individuals that successfully complete the Primary (3-6) Orientation Course and are accepted into the Primary (3-6) Diploma Program, will receive a $500 credit toward their enrollment fee.

There is no pre-requisite required to take an AMI Orientation Course.

Successful completion of all course components will result in an AMI Primary Orientation Course Certificate.

Course Schedule

Event Time

5:30pm - 8:30pm CST

Course Dates - Fall 2022

Week 1: November 14, 16, 18

Week 2: November 28, 30 and December 2

Week 3: December 5, 7, 9

Week 4: December 12, 14, 16

All class components will be virtual.

Course Content

  • Introduction to Montessori Philosophy

  • The Planes and Sub-planes of Human Development

  • The Young Child’s Absorbent Mind

  • Sensitive Periods for Optimal Learning

  • Preparing and Maintaining the Child’s Environment

  • The Roles of Guide and Assistant in a Montessori Classroom

  • The Importance and Relevance of Observing the Child

  • The Development of Movement

  • The Importance of Order and Precision

  • Nurturing the Child’s Pathway to Independence

  • The Crucial Balance of Freedom and Discipline

  • Supporting a Child’s Social Development

  • Exploration in Music and Art

Throughout the course, there will be ample opportunities to discuss practical application.

Requirements to Receive a Certificate of Completion

Individuals interested in receiving an AMI 3-6 Orientation Course Certificate must meet the following requirements:

  • Completion of 60 hours of course content

  • Documentation of 9 hours of observation

  • Completion of handmade materials

  • Completion of three written papers

Individuals may enroll in the course and select a non-Certificate option. Non-Certificate attendees do not need to meet the above requirements.

Course Enrollment and Cost

The cost of this course is $850 per participant. To enroll in the course, complete the form below:

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
“Let us give the children a vision of the whole universe.”
— Dr. Maria Montessori