It is suitable for learners who wish to take up a role as an assistant teacher in teaching young children, teachers and nursery owners who want to implement some method of the Montessori education in their classroom/centre, in the age range 2 ½ -6, through the Montessori Method of Education.   

Entry Requirement

Applicants are assessed on their individual merits but must have obtained at least 1 GCE “O” levels (or its equivalent).

They must also have a good standard of both written and spoken English. 

They must be at least 17 years of age. 

Mature candidates may be considered on a case-to-case basis.

Aims  

Through the Erasmus+ Montessori training courses, we aim to:

To provide learners with a detailed understanding of the Montessori Method of Education applicable to children in the age range from (2 -6).
To prepare learners for taking up a role as an assistant teacher in a Montessori setting.

Allow the Montessori Method of education to be implemented into traditional settings.
To acquire a better understanding of Maria Montessori’s educational principles.

To assist Montessori  teacher in developing a learning environment that will enhance the total development of young children.

Demonstrate basic lesson planning for the conduct of a Montessori class. 

This includes an understanding of the teacher’s role, knowledge and skills of the teaching/learning processes and their implications for practice.

An appreciation and understanding of the teaching aids developed by Dr. Maria Montessori.

A knowledge of the Montessori environment and the role of an assistant Montessori teacher.

Certificate in the Montessori Method of Education (2½ – 6 Years)  

This is a certificate Montessori support teacher training program, also available in Greek

It is suitable for learners who wish to take up a role as an assistant teacher in teaching young children, teachers and nursery owners who want to implement some method of the Montessori education in their classroom/centre, in the age range 2 ½ -6, through the Montessori Method of Education.

Mode of Assessment

A combination of Assignments and hands on exercises/presentations with materials.

A practical examination – Montessori materials.  This is conducted by an external examiner from London

How long does it take to complete?

The course is 66 hours, combination of lectures and practical work.  

The course is for 11 days followed by a practical exam.   The practical exam is conducted by our external examiners from the UK.

Course Materials

CMT 101: Montessori Philosophy

CMT 104: Practical Life

CMT 105: Sensorial

CMT 106: Language

CMT 107: Mathematics

CMT 108: Cultural 

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Support Services

Learning support from Montessori Training Centre Cyprus

Student Counseling

Awards

Students will receive awards upon successfully completing the course:

Certificate in the Method of Montessori Education (2½ – 6 years)

COURSE VENUE: 

The course will take place in Nicosia, the capital of Cyprus at the Montessori Training Centre & Child’s Workshop kindergarten.

METHODS

A variety of methods will be implemented in order to give both theoretical and practical support to the teachers. The participants will have the opportunity to participate in lectures, workshops, team activities, case studies and visits to real classes in order to have an integrated training. 

DAY TO DAY SCHEDULE

DAY 1
Ice breaker – getting to know each other
Lectures : CMT 101 Philosophy Dr Maria Montessori
Lectures & Presentations CMT 104 Practical life

DAY 2
Lectures : CMT 101 Philosophy Dr Maria Montessori
Lectures & Presentations CMT 104 Practical life

Lectures & Presentations CMT 105 Sensorial 

DAY 3
Lectures : CMT 101 Philosophy Dr Maria Montessori
Lectures & Presentations CMT 105 Sensorial 

DAY 4
Lectures & Presentations CMT 106 Language 

DAY 5

Lectures & Presentations CMT 106 Language

Lectures & Presentations CMT 107 Mathematics

DAY 6
Lectures & Presentations CMT 107 Mathematics

DAY 7

Lectures & Presentations CMT 108 Cultural

 DAY 8

Practice sessions, self tests, sequencing and understanding the aims and age groups

 DAY 9
Practice sessions, self tests, sequencing and understanding the aims and age groups

DAY 10
Practice sessions, self tests, sequencing and understanding the aims and age groups

DAY 11

Practice sessions, self tests, sequencing and understanding the aims and age groups

DAY 12 PRACTICAL EXAM – EXAMINER UK 

Dates to be confirmed.

Contact: mtccyprus@gmail.com for available dates

Total Cost : €1200

• Training course 12 days

• Educational material

• Beverages & snacks

• Certificate on completion awarded by MMI London

* Transportation from Nicosia to the venue is not provided. 

* Transportation from and towards the airport is not included

** Dinners are not included

*** Accomodation is not included 

It is suitable for learners who are currently studying early years education and wish to have experience in a Montessori vertical grouped class from 3-6 years.   

Mode of Assessment

A combination of lectures and conducting assessments within the nursery school.

Support Services

Learning support from Montessori Training Centre Cyprus

Student Counseling

Awards

Students will receive a certificate of attendance

COURSE VENUE: 

The course will take place in Nicosia, the capital of Cyprus at the Montessori Training Centre & Child’s Workshop kindergarten.

METHODS

A variety of methods will be implemented in order to give both theoretical and practical support to the teachers inside a Montessori classroom. The participants will have the opportunity to conduct observations and participate in presentations of Montessori materials and be part of  real classes in order to have an integrated training. 

DAY TO DAY SCHEDULE

DAY 1

Getting to know each another: Ice-breaking activities

Lecture :
Philosophy Dr Maria Montessori
Her life and work

Sensitive Periods
Absorbent Mind

Classroom observations practical life exercises

 DAY 2
Lectures : 

The Montessori Philosophy

The prepared environment
The Montessori classroom
Classroom observations sensorial exercises

DAY 3
Lectures : 

Montessori : A Paradigm shift in education

The Montessori Teacher

Classroom observations language exercises

DAY 4

Lectures : 

Montessori : Normalisation & Deviation 

The three period lesson

Classroom observations Maths exercises

DAY 5

Q&A – Reflection

Classroom observations cultural exercises

Course Dates – To be confirmed

Contact: mtccyprus@gmail.com for available dates

Cost : €300

• Training 5 days

• Educational material

• Beverages & snacks

• Certificate on attendance awarded by MMI London

* Transportation from Nicosia to the venue is not provided. 

* Transportation from and towards the airport is not included

** Dinners are not included 

*** Accomodation not included