Danville Campus
939 EI Pintado Road Danville,CA 94526
In a Montessori setting it is not unheard of that 4-year-olds perform math operations with 4 digits. With fewer pupils in each class, and a greater opportunity to nurture children individually, the rewards of seeing how students develop – as a direct result of teacher guidance – can be very exciting.
The Montessori Method is a child-centered educational approach to education, developed by Dr. Maria Montessori, and the only child development theory that has a curriculum.
Teacher Training, The FMAE Mission
The mission of Fountainhead Montessori Adult Education is to provide a training course to those interested in pursuing an American Montessori Society (AMS) Early Childhood Credential, as well as those seeking a greater understanding of the Montessori philosophy.
Evening Courses & Supervised Field Experience
Fountainhead Montessori Adult Education offers weekend and intensive courses in Montessori philosophy and curriculum in a classroom setting, as well as supervised field experience for student teachers in an approved practicum site.
The Montessori Teaching Credential
Early Childhood Credentials obtained at FMAE are certified by the American Montessori Society (AMS) and the Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education (MACTE). College credits are issued by the Cal State system.
Other Credentials & Certificates
Want to earn your 12 Early Childhood Education units to work in a preschool? Want to learn more about being an Assistant Teacher? FMAE can assist you.
Enrollment
The FMAE program admits students with a minimum of a high school diploma, or a GED, as candidates for certification. There is no pre-admissions test or evaluation, but upon registration for each class, you must complete an enrollment agreement. If you have other college accredited Early Childhood Education units and you are looking to transfer to FMAE please contact us. We are happy to review your transcripts.
Documents and Links
School Performance Fact Sheet 2017
Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education
American Montessori Society (AMS)
Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education (MACTE)
AMS EC Credential
Courses Required:
AMS EC Associate Credential
Courses Required:
Associate’s Certificate
Courses Required: total of at least 12 units (4 courses)
FMAE Montessori Teacher Assistant Certificate
Courses Required:
Infant/Toddler Certificate
Courses Required:
Professional Development AMS
Course Options:
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"Early childhood education is the key to the betterment of society," said Maria Montessori, and if you have a high school diploma or a GED, you can enroll in the Fountainhead Montessori Adult Education (FMAE) program. There is no pre-admissions test or evaluation. If you qualify, simply register, complete the enrollment agreement, and you are off to make a better society...