A new course begins every other summer. A summer format requires seven weeks attendance for two consecutive summers and four weeks attendance a third summer. Students do classroom observation and student teaching during the interim winter periods and attend two mid-winter seminars. With the successful passing of comprehensive oral and written examinations, the course culminates in graduation and the awarding of the coveted 3-6 AMI diploma.
During the course, students are introduced to all the materials, the classroom strategies for guiding young children, the educational philosophy and the developmental psychology of Dr. Maria Montessori. Along with presentations and practice with Practical Life, Sensorial, Language, and Mathematics materials, you will learn effective and interesting materials and methods for introducing all aspects of culture (geography, biology, history, art, music, etc.) in age-appropriate ways.
Applicants admitted to the Montessori Training Center of St. Louis who are seeking a Master's Degree in Education may apply for admission to Loyola College of Baltimore Maryland. Twenty-seven hours can be earned towards a Masters Degree. In addition to the admission requirements for the Montessori course, applicants must meet all requirements for Loyola College. Tuition for the Loyola program is paid directly to that institution and is not included in course fees. Financial aid may be available to students participating in the M.Ed. program.
