This eighty-hour programme is designed for assistants in the Montessori classroom. The programme is delivered over evenings and weekends during a period of two months, allowing the students to implement the materials covered during the course in their own classrooms. They will receive assignments based on their classroom observation and will need to collaborate with their supervising teacher on a regular basis in order to take full advantage of the programme.

Courses begin annually, in January, and run for 2.5 months. Please refer to the CMATEP programme schedule for exact dates.

The course is divided into two components: Lecture and Practicum.

  Lecture

The lecture component consists of theoretical lessons and material presentations. Lectures are held on evenings and Saturdays to allow students to work while completing this course.

  Practicum

The practicum, or hands-on component, is where theoretical knowledge is put to work in the classroom. During the practicum phase of the course a minimum of 400 hours in an acceptable Montessori environment is required.
During the training cycle a member of the CMATEP faculty will schedule an observation visit to each student's classroom in order to verify their skills.

Each student must select to focus on either Infant/Toddler or Primary certification. Dual certification (certification in both Infant/Toddler and Primary levels) requires an additional 12 hours of lecture content, a second practicum, and an additional fee.

Graduates from this program will receive a certificate from Canadian Montessori Academy Teacher Education Programme.

Infant/Toddler Certification - $1900
Primary Certification - $1900
Dual Certification - $2150

• Philosophy
• Curriculum Overview
• Observation Skills
• Classroom Preparation
• Material Making
• The Assistant in the Classroom
• Music
• Art
• Parental Communication
• Classroom Administration
• Circle/Storytelling
• Classroom Supervision
• Teamwork