AMI 3-6 Orientation Course

August 11 – September 2, 2026

Pending AMI Approval

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Course Overview

The AMI 3-6 Orientation Course is designed for assistants, support staff and guides at other levels who want to know more about the child from 3-to-6-years of age. The course will provide you with the essential knowledge and practical skills you need to become effective and supportive in your work with young children. We will focus on the unique needs of the 3-to-6-year-old child and the pivotal role of the adults in their development.

The AMI 3-6 Orientation Course provides a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of the 3-to-6-year-old child, learning how to help create a peaceful environment conducive to the child’s development.

Online format

The course will be delivered 100% online. The course will consist of online lectures and discussions, plus 9 hours of independent observation.

Dates

The course will be held from August 11 – September 2, 2026.

Synchronous online classes

33 hours in-person online classes

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Asynchronous online classes

27 self-paced lecture hours to be completed between the online classes each week. Approximately 9 additional hours per week.

 Technical Requirements

  • Material and course work, as well as course communication, will be delivered using Google Classroom.
  • The course requires access to the internet, a general ability to use computers and a willingness to use and learn Zoom and Google Classroom platforms.

Course Work

The course will consist of lecture presentations, readings, discussions and various activities.

In order to obtain the AMI 3-6 Orientation Certificate, participants are required to:

  • maintain 90% attendance.
  • complete independent online learning
  • complete nine hours of observation
  • submit three written assignments.

Course Fee

The course fee to be announced.

Course Lecture Topics:

  • Montessori Education
  • Stages of Development
  • Role of the Guide
  • Role of the Assistant
  • Scientific Observation
  • Absorbent Mind & Sensitive Periods
  • Freedom & Discipline
  • Development of Independence
  • Development of Movement
  • Development of Language
  • Social Development
  • The Prepared Environment
  • Order & Organization
  • The Classroom Materials

Recommended Reading

The recommended books for the Orientation Course are as follows:

  • The Absorbent Mind
  • The Child in the Family
  • Education for a New World
  • The Secret of Childhood

The author of these books is Dr. Maria Montessori. You are welcome to purchase the books if you would like; however, we will provide links to free digital versions of the books.