Seton Montessori Institute’s Lower Elementary I (6 – 9) and Upper Elementary II (9-12) 2012 Cohort began in July 2012. We are currently enrolling for our 2013 Elementary Cohorts.

The credential process follows Six Phases:

Phase I: Submit a complete application. The academic director will contact the applicant for an in-depth personal interview.

Phase II: Orientation & Early Childhood Overview (for those without Early Childhood credential)

Phase III: Beginning Academics

Phase IV: Practicum – Typically beginning August ; minimum 9 consecutive months (1080 hours) at an approved school and may end no sooner than the following the final session of the course.

Two Practicum Seminars: Fall and Spring

Phase V: Continuing Academics (Second Summer)

Phase VI:  Year-Long Research Project Seminar

The Elementary I course includes an academic phase of at least 360 contact hours. The Elementary I-II course includes an academic phase of at least 600 contact hours. Academic hours for the course are scheduled both during an intensive summer session and through weekend practicum seminars scheduled during the school year.

Course content is organized in the following curriculum components:

For complete details, please email institute@setonmontessori.org. Also, please check out the information under the website tab: Prospective Students.