Our training course offers a blended learning format, combining online and in-residence studies. It is structured to accommodate the busy schedules of adult learners. The course includes one weekday evening session bi-weekly (Friday evening from 4-8pm), a full-day session every second weekend (Saturdays from 8am to 4:30pm), and a week-long full-day session during the summer. It's important to note that the self-study portion of the course requires a commitment of 8-10 hours per week.

To successfully complete this course, access to a Montessori elementary classroom equipped with the full range of materials is necessary.

This comprehensive training program typically takes 2-3 years to complete, depending on each individual's pace of study and ability. Additionally, it includes a full school year of the practicum component, which further enhances practical skills. The course is designed to provide a well-rounded and comprehensive Montessori education.

The next Elementary I–II Course begins in April 2026, and registration is now open. The registration deadline is March 15, 2026. Completion of the SIMTI Foundation Course is a prerequisite for enrollment.

For more information, please email info@simti.ca to request the Handbook and the Application Form.

SIMTI offers two scheduling options for completing the program:

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Please be aware that the information on this website is subject to change without notice, including the course schedule, which depends on the availability of instructors and the number of students.

Upon completion of our Montessori Elementary Teacher Training Course, you will:

• Emerge as a confident and capable educator, equipped with a deep understanding of Montessori philosophy and methodology.
• Gain expertise in designing prepared environments that nurture independence, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning in children aged 6–12.
• Develop the skills to implement the Montessori curriculum effectively across language, mathematics, science, and cultural studies.
• Cultivate strong observation and assessment skills, allowing you to meet each child’s individual needs with care and precision.
• Build a solid foundation in child development and classroom management, fostering both academic and personal growth.
• Be fully prepared to inspire and guide students towards academic excellence and personal growth.

Completing this program will empower you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children - guiding them toward discovery, confidence, and a lasting love for learning.

For more information, please email info@simti.ca to request the Handbook and the Application Form.

Applicants must meet all of the following requirements to be eligible for the SIMTI Elementary I–II Teacher Training Course:

Educational Background

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in any field. Official transcripts(English) are required and must be sent directly from the issuing institution to info@simti.ca.
• If your degree was completed outside of Canada, an ICES Basic Report (International Credential Evaluation Service) is required.

English Language Proficiency (for non-native English speakers):

• TOEFL iBT: Minimum total score of 98, or
• IELTS Academic: Overall band score of 6.5, with no individual band below 6.0.

Applicants must complete the Application Form and submit their college or university transcripts. Non-native English speakers must also provide proof of English proficiency.

For more information, please email info@simti.ca to request the Handbook and the Application Form.

SIMTI's campus is located at Selkirk Montessori School

Selkirk Montessori School

2970 Jutland Rd., Victoria BC V8T 5K2
+1.250.384.3414
info@simti.ca

For the cohort of 2026 the following fees will apply (CDN):

• Non-Refundable Application Fee: $100
• Program Tuition:
1. Foundation Course: $500 : *The Foundation Course 2025 starts in November. Completion of the Foundation Course is a prerequisite for the Elementary I–II Course. Apply for the Foundation Course on this page by November 20, 2025.
2. Elementary I Course: $3,600
3. Elementary II Course: $3,600
4. Practicum / Field Study: $750 (Required for MACTE accredited and AMS credential)
• Adult Learner 2026 Registration Fees: AMS ($260 USD) & MACTE ($176 USD)

Travel costs, books, and other materials for adult learners to create their own manual are at their own expense.

For more information, please email info@simti.ca to request the Handbook and the Application Form.

Thank you for your interest in the South Island Montessori Training Institute's Elementary I-II Montessori Teacher Training Program. If you're interested in the program, please email info@simti.ca to request the Handbook and the Application Form.

Please read our Plivacy Policy before submitting your information.

For consideration of acceptance, all applicants must complete and submit an electronic application, including a resume, college transcript(s) for a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree, a non-refundable application fee, two letters of professional reference, and short responses to questions. If the applicant has been educated in a country other than Canada, a certified copy of the transcripts showing the credit equivalency evaluation or an official translation to the English language must be submitted along with the application (the equivalency evaluation and the transcripts or notarized diploma). The evaluation process must be conducted through an approved Educational Credential Assessment Service Provider recognized by Citizenship and Immigration Canada. The application submission deadline is March. 15, 2026. Applicants must complete the payment and sign the enrolment agreement by Mar. 20, 2026. After acceptance into the program, the adult learner will be provided a list of textbooks to purchase prior to the start of the courses.

Graduates of, as well as those currently enrolled in, SIMTI’s Montessori training Elementary I and II are eligible to apply for advanced standing towards the Masters of Education (M.Ed.) in Educational Leadership at Vancouver Island University. This unique distance based program brings together Montessori educators from around North America to embark on thoughtful examination of professional practice and purpose for educational leadership.

The Montessori option of the M.Ed. is focused on Montessori trained educators and features:

• a part-time, distance-based cohort delivery model
• support for educators working full-time
• job embedded learning experiences tailored for Montessori educators
• engagement in leadership, appreciative inquiry and research methodological scholarship
• a focus on issues of diversity and social justice
• reflective inquiry
• applied project or empirical research based thesis work
• advanced standing transfer credit recognizing Montessori teacher training

Want to find out more? Attend the information session on February 7 or March 5, 2024 here or contact Dr. Marian Riedel directly at Marian.Riedel@viu.ca.

Come and build your capacity as an educational leader in a context that matters to you most while having your Montessori training recognized by a Canadian publicly funded university! For more program information and details for application, please visit the program webpage here.

Vancouver Island University (VIU)
M.Ed. in Educational Leadership - Montessori Educator Option
https://education.viu.ca/medl-montessori-educator-option