MACTE accredited program

Early Childhood
Montessori Certification

Flexible, online or in-person, MACTE accredited. aim offers it all.
Embrace the wonder that children ages 3-6 have to offer!

course overview

During this course you will delve deeply into the philosophy and psychology of Montessori education for the 2 and a half to 6-year-old child.  You will also gain the foundational knowledge of the 4 great Montessori avenues of learning, practical life, sensorial, language and math.   Montessori classified children in this age group in the absorbent mind stage – ready and excited to engage in learning and exploration!  This course will teach you how to capitalize on that excitement by preparing an environment in which children will thrive. 

Which Program Is Right For You?

Career Starter

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Infancia Temprana

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Online Career Pro

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Career Pro

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what sets us apart

aim for a meaningful future in Montessori education

Authentic Montessori Training 

Our programs are developed and led by aim founder and program director Mary Ellen Maunz.  Mary Ellen has been active in the Montessori community since 1971.  In addition to teaching and leading Montessori schools, she has served as the Commissioner for Accreditation and Member of the Board of Directors for MACTE and held the position of Vice-President of the International Association of Montessori Educators (IAME) She has also been honored as the recipient of the esteemed MACTE Wisdom of the Elders award.

Superior Online and
In-Person Instruction

Our highly qualified faculty members present course materials with the help of our amazing AIM video production team.  Every lesson is produced, edited and perfected before it reaches our students.  Our faculty members travel far and wide to observe and interact with our interns, connecting on a professional and personal level.  AIM residencies are broadcast live with the help of a film crew and in-person residencies are hosted in Montessori schools across the nation.