This course will be run in the following locations:

• Donegal
• Dublin - Blackrock
• Dundalk
• Galway
• Longford
• Tralee
• Waterford

• Montessori history
• Montessori Theory
• Absorbent mind
• Sensitive periods
• Child development
• Observation
• The child
• The prepared environment
• The directress/director
• Concrete to abstract
• Normalisation

• Exercises in elementary movement
• Exercises in care of the environment
• Exercises in care of the person
• Exercises in grace and courtesy
• Principles and use of the Montessori practical life materials

• Rationale and techniques necessary to ensure development of sensory growth
• Introduction of materials in sequential order with emphasis on the three-period lesson, sensory perception, repetition, control of error and language
• Distinct training in presentation techniques

• Teaching the basic skills of mathematics using hands-on materials
• Developmental procedures from the sandpaper numerals through the decimal system and the operations of arithmetic
• Number quantity and symbols

• The analysis of language as spoken and written communication
• Rationale for the sensory-motor involvement with emphasis on the sequence of skills to be developed to assist the child's natural growth towards effective spoken and written communication
• Phonetic analysis, initial writing,handwriting skills, and beginning grammer skills are taught as a foundation for total reading

• History
• Geography
• Biology
• Distinct training in presentation techniques

The course is suitable for learners who wish to take up a role teaching children, in the age range 3-6, through the Montessori Method of Education.

• To provide learners with a detail understanding of the Montessori Method of Education applicable to children in the age range from (3-6).
• To give learners an understanding of the social and legal issues relating to the care of children 
• To prepare learners for taking up a role in a montessori setting working with children in the age range (3-6)

College of Progressive Education Certificate in the Montessori Method of Education.

Six FETAC Level 6 Component Certificates in the following modules:

• Montessori Theory and Practice
• Practical Life Exercises
• Sensorial Exercises
• Mathematics
• Language Exercises
• Culture Exercises

This programme delivers the skills required for a person to carry out the role of a Montessori teacher in the pre school sector. However it does not qualify them for the ECCE scheme, learners will need to obtain the Advanced Certificate in Supervision in Childcare FETAC Level 6 DCXXX if they wish to qualify for this scheme.

Learners are required to have a pass Leaving certificate or equivalent and be over the ages of 18.

Learners must complete a minimum of 40 hours working in a Montessori setting with children in the age range of (3-6).  Work experience may be undertaken in a paid or voluntary capacity.

Continous assessment of course work including projects, teaching manuals and assignments

18 months part-time two evenings per week and 8 Saturdays.

• Level 7/8 Degree in Montessori
• Therapeutic Play FETAC Level 6
• Child Development FETAC Level 6
• Social and Legal Issues in Childcare FETAC Level 6
• Advanced Certificate in Creche Management FETAC Level 6

Montessori Teacher for children in the age range 3-6 years in a Montessori School or crèche or playgroup.

This is also an internationally recognised qualification and you will be able to travel abroad and use you skills throughout the world. In this regard your teaching manual will be invaluable in demonstrating the standard of work you have achieved.

Open and run your own Montessori Crèche for children in the age range 3-6 years.