Quality Accredited Courses

As a Registered Training Organisation, we are approved to deliver the CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care and CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care courses.
The Institute also offers non-accredited courses, education, professional support and information pertaining to the Montessori approach, through partnership with schools, childcare centres and the wider community. Our courses are delivered via a flexible blend of external study, online and face-to-face workshops, Australia-wide.
Founded in 1983, we have dedicated our work to the sustainability of Montessori education in Australia, through accessible Australian Qualification Framework level courses and quality training; which offer excellence in educational outcomes. We welcome students and non-students to register for any of our workshops.

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Online Montessori Short Courses

Program of Online Montessori Short Courses suitable for already qualified teacher assistants, family day care and playgroup leaders who need knowledge and understanding of Montessori education across 0-3 and 3-6. These courses would also be suitable for parents and caregivers.

Wide variety of age ranges including 0-3 and 3-6 years

Short online courses, please see brochure

Four or Five 2-hour Sessions or One Full Day Session

For current pricing, please see brochure*

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Award in Montessori Studies Modules (AIMS) 3-6 and 6-12 years

These are non-accredited modules that are suitable for already qualified teachers or assistants who need knowledge and understanding of Montessori education across ages 3-6 and 6-12 years.

3-6 and 6-12 age focus

Choose from nine available modules

One semester per module

For current pricing contact the Enrolment Officer info@mwei.edu.au.*

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CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

This nationally accredited qualification is the current minimum standard required to work as a qualified childcare assistant and early childhood educator in childcare centres, long daycare centres or preschool programs.

0-6 age focus

The Course is divided into 17 study units.

18 months full-time or up to 3 years part-time.

Pay per unit as you enrol, unit fees increase annually (external First Aid course fee)*

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CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

This nationally accredited qualification is for educators wishing to further their early childhood careers. The course reflects the role of educators who work in regulated children's education and care services in Australia.

0-6 age focus

The Course is divided into 15 study units.

2 years full-time or up to 4 years part-time.

Pay per unit as you enrol (Unit fees increase annually)*

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Certificate in Montessori Studies (CIMS) Modules 3-6 years (option to include 0-3 years)

These are non-accredited modules that are suitable for already qualified teacher assistants, family day care and playgroup leaders who need knowledge and understanding of Montessori education across ages 3-6, option to include 0-3 years. These modules would also be suitable for parents and caregivers.

3-6 age focus (option to include 0-3)

Choose from three available modules

One semester per module

For current pricing contact the Enrolment Officer info@mwei.edu.au.*

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Thanks to everyone, you did beautiful work every day training a new generation of Educators and continuing on the legacy of Maria Montessori for educating our children around the world.
Thanks to everyone, you did beautiful work every day, training a new generation of Educators and continuing on the legacy of Maria Montessori for educating our children around the world.
I would also like to acknowledge and say an enormous thank you to MWEI for offering the courses you do, in the format you do, which allow so many of us to complete our valuable Montessori training. Without your course and flexibility, I would not have been able to complete this training and accreditation and as a…
I was able to complete the Graduate Diploma in Education as well as my Montessori Diploma (3-6) in a little under four years. I am now employed as a full-time Class Director in a 3-6 environment within a Montessori primary school, and my training fully prepared me for my current role.
The Curriculum Workshops were engaging, fascinating and excellent preparation for teaching in a Montessori or mainstream school environment. My tutor provided insightful and timely feedback, and she inspired me to work hard.
The course was family-friendly allowing me to work, have a family, and study. The trainers were current, knowledgeable and ensured you had time to take in and understand the course content. I would recommend Montessori training through MWEI as I felt I was valued in a personal way and supported to implement professional educational practice.
I thoroughly enjoyed completing my Grad. Dip Education (Montessori) through MWEI. I met a great network of people at the workshops from around Australia and New Zealand. There was a wealth of experience and practical solutions each time we came together to observe the Montessori curriculum in practice.
The Montessori Institute Graduate Diploma in Education course offered me one of the quickest options to study for a mainstream teaching degree, as well as to earn a Montessori Diploma. The study modules were challenging and thorough.
I feel very lucky that I'm able to learn more about Montessori and work with my 3-6 year olds, after today I feel even more excited to get back to work and put into practice what I have learnt and share with my fellow educators. 3-6 years Introductory Workshop
This was one of my favourite PD's. It was wonderful to have such concrete examples of how to educate. 6-12 years Curriculum Workshop
Of all the PD I have attended over the last ten years, this has been one of my favourite. It has really invigorated me in my Montessori teaching practice, reminded me of why Montessori and given me tangible tools I can take away and use in my classroom.
The presenter was very engaging and knowledgeable. I thoroughly enjoyed the whole PD. I am looking forward to implementing new activities in my classroom. 6-12 years Curriculum Workshop