0-3 Orientation Course & Assistant’s Adjunct

The 0-3 Orientation Course is an ideal primer for those who would like to understand more about the child during their first three years of life and how one can prepare an environment to meet their unique needs for respect, connection, exploration, and development.  We will discuss how each child creates their own way of moving, speaking, and understanding the world through their interactions with trusted caregivers and the environment.  Through readings, class lectures, discussion, observation of children, and hands-on material making, participants will understand the essence of Dr. Montessori’s pedagogical philosophy and the basics of its practical application in both home and school settings.  The Orientation Course will be conducted via live Zoom classes, with course material delivered through our online Learning Management System.   

Those who complete the Orientation Course (or have completed any of the AMI 0-3 Orientation Courses offered at MINT in the last three years) can also enroll in our three-day in-person Assistant’s Adjunct workshop. In these fun and interactive sessions, students will practice with materials at MINT’s state-of-the-art training center in Dallas, including hands-on sessions on cooking with children, language vocabulary exercises, singing and reading with groups, and collaborating in all areas of daily life.   

All who complete the online course requirements will receive the AMI 0-3 Orientation Course Certificate.  Those who complete the in-person adjunct will also receive the AMI Assistant’s Adjunct Certificate.