Want to extend your training? Consider our Elementary I-II programs…

Elementary I-II (6-12) Certification Programs

Train to teach across the Montessori Elementary curriculum at multiple levels, either Lower El or Upper El classrooms.

Program Details (all included with your tuition)

— nine weeks of in-person training with our highly experienced & respected METTC faculty over two or three summers (just 16 days in your first summer, then 14 days and 17 days in your second and/or third summer) and four 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 full sets of both high-quality digital Elementary I and Elementary II curriculum albums with accompanying, ready-to-make student materials, including large format charts for the Timeline of Life & Five Kingdom Classification

— leading to Montessori certification through AMS as an Elementary I teacher with potential graduation on or after May of 2029

In-Person Dates (for new 2027 cohort)

• June 28th—July 17th, 2027; November 5-7, 2027; May 5-7, 2028; and then June 26th—July 30th, 2028.

Tuition and Fees (for new 2027 cohort) [a significant savings over both programs separately]

• Application fee (non-refundable): $150

• Tuition*: $9,490 (due in full by June 1st, or can be paid in two-parts — 60% before first summer, 40% before second summer, plus a 5% surcharge on total)

• 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.)

Already have your 6-9 Certification? Consider extending it to 6-12…

Elementary II (9-12 for holders of an AMS Elementary I credential)

Train to teach across the Montessori Elementary curriculum and prepare for an Upper El classroom.

Program Details

— three weeks of in-person summer training, including two Saturday workshops, and two additional weekend seminars, leading to Montessori certification through AMS as an Elementary I-II teacher (no consultation visits are required or included if practicum and E-I certified already)

— Elementary II albums and materials

In-Person Dates (for new 2027 cohort)

• July 12th—July 30th, 2027; November 5th-7th, 2027; and May 5th-7th, 2028

Tuition and Fees

• Application fee (non-refundable): $150

• Tuition: $5,990 (due in full by June 1st)

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

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.