The usual minimum completion time for certification is 21 months. Students wishing to enhance their understanding of Montessori without completing the full certification process may enroll for Section I and II or Section II only. Section III Practium Practical application by teaching in an approved Montessori classroom under the guidance of an experienced Montessori teacher occurs during this section. The student observes, assists and participates in the classroom for a 9 month period. Monthly evaluations are made by the student and by the supervising teacher.
Financial arrangements are the responsibility of the student and the internship site.
A research project is also developed during this section by the student. The usual time to begin Section III is in September. Students present their Apparatus Manuals and their year's research project during this section. When all requirements have been met, the student receives the diploma of The National Center for Montessori Education. Ms. Bailey received her Montessori training from lAPM in San Diego, California and has assisted in giving training courses since 1976.