Elementary II (9-12) Certification Program (Stand Alone)

Train to teach in a Montessori Upper Elementary (9-12 year olds) classroom.

Program Details (all included with your tuition)

— six weeks of in-person training with our highly experienced & respected METTC faculty (may be complete over one summer or two; just 14 days in part 1, then 17 days in part 2) and two additional weekend seminars

— located on the beautiful campus of Lexington Montessori School in Massachusetts

— our blended “Philosophy Into Practice” course maintains all of the community building advantages of our in-person programs with the convenience of online connections throughout your internship as you develop a cohort of life-long colleagues and fellow adult learners

— three on-site consultation visits with qualified METTC field consultants

— plus a full set of high-quality digital Elementary II curriculum albums, as well as specially designed 9-12 part 1 albums covering the foundational lower elementary presentations, and the accompanying, ready-to-make student materials, including large format charts for either the Timeline of Life or Five Kingdom Classification

— leading to Montessori certification through AMS as an Elementary II teacher with potential graduation on or after May of 2028

In-Person Dates (for new 2027 cohort)

• June 21st—July 30th, 2027; November 5th-7th, 2027; and May 5th-7th, 2028.

Tuition and Fees (for new 2027 cohort)

• Application fee (non-refundable): $150

• Tuition*: $9,390 (due in full by June 1st)

• Additional Credentialing (MACTE & AMS) fees: $540

*The 3-6 overview is required for those without Early Childhood (3-6) credentials; carries a separate $900 tuition; click here for details: https://mettc.org/intro-overview

All tuition includes access to digital albums and digital materials designed for that level, in-person and online instruction, advising, and field consultations at no additional cost. Additional required readings, paper and art supplies, as well as transportation, lodging, and meals are not included and are the responsibility of the adult learner. (Please take note that cohorts for previous summers filled early, so consider applying soon.)

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METTC admits students without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, sex, disability, or any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to administration of its educational policies, admission policies, and all of its benefits or programs.

Please contact our Admissions Director [admissions@mettc.org] to discuss the possibilities and get a start on the admissions process.

Schools registering more than 2 adult learners will receive a 10% discount on the tuition for each registrant beyond that threshold.