3-6 Diploma Course

Your pathway to an internationally-recognized AMI diploma, equipping you to lead 3-6 Montessori environments worldwide

Blended Format | Nashville, TN and Online

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Course In Session
2026-2027

Are you ready to begin a transformative journey into Montessori education? At MINT, we’re thrilled to invite you to our Blended 3–6 Montessori Diploma Course — a dynamic, comprehensive training experience designed with you at its heart.

A Unique Montessori Journey

This course blends the flexibility of online learning with the richness of in-person collaboration. This summer, we will gather onsite in Nashville, Tennessee for hands-on sessions and community-building. In 2019, MINT launched one of the first AMI-approved Blended 3–6 Diploma Courses, helping pave the way for intentionally blended AMI programs around the world. That spirit of innovation continues in every cohort we welcome today.

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This Course Offers

  • An Intentionally Prepared Adult Learning Environment

    Our course is designed to support adult learners. Online and onsite experiences are seamlessly integrated to provide a rich, hands-on Montessori education.

  • A Collaborative Community

    Your cohort becomes your learning family. Engage with passionate peers, exchange ideas, and grow together in a supportive, vibrant community dedicated to Montessori practice.

  • Prepared and Responsive Faculty

    MINT’s trainer team brings experience, warmth, and deep expertise. They meet you where you are and offer personalized guidance to help you succeed on your Montessori journey.

  • Self-Empowered Formation

    Explore, try, observe, and reflect. The course invites you into a variety of purposeful, hands-on experiences that help you actively shape your development, deepen your understanding, and grow as a confident Montessori guide.

  • Integrated Implementation Support

    From your very first day in the classroom, our faculty walk with you through planning, preparing the environment, and establishing reflective practices — ensuring you’re supported not only in training but in real-world application.

  • In-Person Intensive in Nashville
    June 1 - 26, 2026
    M-F 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CT

  • August 17 - October 8, 2026
    Mondays and Thursdays
    6:00 - 8:00 pm CT

  • In-Person Intensive in Nashville
    October 12 - 16, 2026
    M-F 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CT

  • November 2026 - May 2027
    Mondays and Thursdays
    6:00 - 8:00 pm CT

  • June 14 - 18, 2027
    M-F 8:30 am - 10:00 am | 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm CT

  • In-Person Intensive in Nashville
    July 5 - July 23, 2027
    M-F 8:30 am - 4:30 pm CT

  • Written Exams, June 21 & 23, 2027
    Oral Exams, July 26 - 30, 2027
    Course Celebration, July 30, 2027

Course Schedule

Blended Format | Onsite + Online

Onsite Location

Montessori East
801 Porter Rd,
Nashville, TN 37206

Course Details

Tuition & Fees

  • $13,700
    A non-refundable deposit of $500 is due within 10 days of acceptance.

  • $100 fee on or before March 1
    $150 fee after March 1
    Application fee is non-refundable.

  • Examination Fee: $500
    AMI Membership Fee: $99
    MACTE Fee: $250
    Technology Fee: $150

  • Supplies for required material-making; cost varies. Consider a budget of $500 - $900.

Requirements

    • Completion of the Guide to the Diploma Course (approximately 2 hours)

    • 90% Attendance

    • 210 hours of observation and practicum

    • Access to a prepared 3–6 environment during the distance modules

    • 15–20 hours per week of self-scheduled work during distance modules

    • Anticipate 12–15 hours per week of independent study and coursework during both online and onsite weeks

Financial Support

  • MINT’s robust scholarship program sets us apart from other training centers. Explore financial support from MINT and other sources here.

  • Many students receive employer sponsorships to fund their training at MINT. Our team is available to guide both applicants and schools through this process.

  • The Alumni Continuing Education Fund provides a partial tuition scholarship for returning MINT students on select courses.

  • A two-installment payment plan is available for a service fee of $300. Contact us to discuss alternative financial arrangements.

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Meet the Trainer

Caroline Aguilar Clark is an accomplished educator with a Liberal Arts degree in Psychology from De La Salle University in Manila, Philippines. She earned her AMI Primary Diploma from the Ohio Montessori Training Institute in 1998, studying under Joen Bettmann, and holds a certificate in Montessori Core Principles.

With 25 years of teaching experience across both public and private sectors, Caroline has made significant contributions to education. As a former Parent Educator in the Parents as Teachers Program, she cultivated meaningful relationships with families from diverse backgrounds, emphasizing collaboration and support tailored to children's developmental needs.

In the Spring of 2023, Caroline advanced her career by becoming an Auxiliary Trainer at the 3-6 level. She also serves as a 3-6 Consultant for AMI USA and is a National Examiner at the 3-6 level. In December of 2024, Caroline received her full AMI 3-6 Trainer certification, furthering her commitment to quality Montessori education.

Caroline resides just outside of Austin, TX, with her husband, two children, and two dogs, where she continues to inspire and support families in their educational journeys.

Caroline Aguilar Clark

MINT Director of Operations, Mary Valdez

Get in Touch

Still have questions about this course? We’re here to help!

Reach out to our Director of Operations, Mary Valdez, for more information, guidance, or assistance planning your next steps toward enrollment.

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