A.M.I. 0-3 Orientation Certificate Course
Online format - evenings and weekends
October - December 2021
A.M.I. 0-3 Trainer - Julia Hilson
The Association Montessori Internationale 0-3 Orientation Certificate Course is designed to give an overview of the 0-3 tamaiti (child) and a clear understanding of the Montessori philosophy regarding tamariki (children) from birth to three years. During this course you will discover how the Montessori principles and practice can help tamariki reach their full potential.
Who is the Course for?
This course is extremely informative for parents, whānau, kaiako and other professionals working with parents, babies and tamariki under three years. The course will support and empower:
- ECE trained kaiako working alongside those from birth to three years.
- Kaiako working in a Montessori Nido or Infant Community.
- Parents and whānau of tamariki from birth - three years.
Further, the course may provide essential information for Montessori centre owners and administrators.
The course presents an overview of the development of the tamaiti in accordance with Dr Montessori's principles and philosophy. Particular emphasis is given to the development and 'unfolding of life' from birth to three years.
Dates of the Course
The course will be offered over 10 days plus independent study:
October: Sunday 31st
November: Monday 1st, Sunday 7th, Thursday 11th, Sunday 14th, Monday 22nd, Thursday 25th & Monday 29th.
December: Thursday 2nd & Sunday 5th.
Hours:
Weekdays 5.00 - 8.30p.m. Weekends 1.00-4.30p.m.
Plus an additional 20 hours off-line study (to be completed independently) plus 9 hours of observations.
AMI 0-3 Director of Training - Julia Hilson
Julia Hilson is an AMI-accredited Director of Training for the Assistants to Infancy (0-3).
She completed her AMI Children’s House (3-6) Diploma in Hampstead 35 years ago! In the years following, she has established Centres and ran classes in the UK and Australia. She also completed her AMI (6-12) Diploma in Bergamo, her AMI (0-3) Diploma on the Gold Coast (Australia) – as well as attending the inaugural Educateurs sans Frontieres gathering at Citta De Castella in 1999. She holds a Bachelor of Early Childhood and a Masters Degree in Education.
As an AMI 0-3 Director of Training Julia has completed Diploma Courses in Australia, UK, Japan, India and South Africa. She has also completed Assistants Courses in Australia, New Zealand, UK, South Africa, The Gambia and Nigeria.
In between Training Julia works as a Consultant in the Torres Strait Islands , Aboriginal Communities and Long Day Care settings in Australia.
Registration Details
Registrations are now closed.
We look forward to welcoming you on the course!
Go back to Courses and click on the Course Outline, Course Venue & Course Dates for information about the AMI 3-6 Diploma and AMI 0-3 Assistants to Infancy Diploma
A.M.I. 3-6 Orientation Certificate
May 2022 Blended Format
16th-20th May online
23rd -27th May onsite
A.M.I. 3-6 Trainer - Carol Potts
The Association Montessori Internationale 3-6 Orientation Certificate Course is designed to give an overview of the 3-6 tamaiti (child) and a clear understanding of the Montessori philosophy regarding tamariki (children) from three to six years. During this course you will discover how the Montessori principles and practice can help tamariki reach their full potential.
Who is the Course for?
- This course is suitable for any adult seeking a further understanding of the Montessori approach to tamaiti development.
- Anyone considering a career following Montessori principles..
- ECE trained kaiako (teachers) in a Montessori setting.
- Parents, whānau, nannies, carers and professionals working with young tamariki.
Further, the course may provide essential information for Montessori centre owners and administrators.
The course presents an overview of the development of the tamaiti in accordance with Dr Montessori's principles and philosophy. Particular emphasis is given to the development from three to six years.
Dates of the Course
The course will be offered over 10 days plus independent study:
Online: Monday 16th - Friday 20th May, 2022. Hours 9.00a.m. -1.30p.m. plus 10 hours independent study.
Onsite: Monday 23rd - Friday 27th May. Hours 9.00a.m - 4.00p.m.
Plus an additional 9 hours of observations.
AMI 3-6 Director of Training - Carol Potts
Carol is an AMI 3-6 Trainer. She is a trustee of the Maria Montessori Education Foundation, the affiliated AMI training centre in Aotearoa, New Zealand. She is an AMI examiner, consultant and mentor and has offered workshops and training in Australia, Japan & China.
Carol is one of the AMI training faculty in Shenzhen, China. She is the Director of Training for the current 3-6 Diploma in N.Z. When not training, Carol enjoys her time mentoring in 3-6 Montessori environments.
The next 3-6 Diploma commences in September 2022.
Registration Details
Download the course registration form here. Register online here. Ensure to register before April 1st to be eligible for the early bird registration.
We look forward to welcoming you on the course!