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Montessori Training for College Tutors to Assist College Students Age Group 18 to 24 Years

Course Info:

Our diploma program for Montessori Senior Secondary is a composition of series of dedicated programs for College level teachers assisting students of ages 18 to 24. This program orients the exisiting industrialist or professionals of the respective domain to Montessori Philosophy of Child Development and assists them in mentoring the college students, following their needs of their age.

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  • Type:Teacher Development
  • Theory:200 Hours
  • Practicum:200 Hours
  • Internship:600 Hours
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Theory Sessions: 200 hours | Follow-up Sessions: 200 hours max
OverviewTopics
Montessori Philosophy & History
  • Human tendencies & adult learning needs
  • Third & fourth plane characteristics (12–18 / 18–24 yrs)
  • Production–exchange model & campus community
  • Prepared adult as mentor, coach & friend
Young-Adult Development & Neuroscience
  • Executive function & identity formation
  • Motivation, risk & reward circuitry
  • Mental health first-aid & resilience
  • Support for neuro-diverse learners
Prepared Learning Environment
  • Studio, seminar & makerspace design
  • Digital-device zoning & mindful tech use
  • Student self-governance & meetings
  • Safety, ergonomics & sustainability
Role of the Mentor & Observation
  • Anecdotal & checklist record keeping
  • Reflective conference techniques
  • Mentor stance & ethical language
  • Action-research fundamentals
Practical Life & Independence
  • Time-management & project-planning
  • Personal finance & budgeting
  • Nutrition, sleep & movement
  • Community duties & rota boards
Advanced Sensorial & Inquiry
  • Data literacy & design thinking
  • Research tools & lab methods
  • Quantitative reasoning workshops
  • Creative problem-solving
Communication & Academic Writing
  • Rhetoric & peer-reviewed writing
  • Dialogue & Socratic seminars
  • Presentation skills & public speaking
  • Digital-media literacy
Entrepreneurship & Community Service
  • Social enterprise & lean start-up
  • Service-learning cycles
  • Local partnerships
  • Budgeting & market research
Peace, Ethics & Global Citizenship
  • Restorative dialogue
  • Intercultural competence
  • Sustainability projects
  • Ethics of AI & social media
Inclusive Mentoring & UDL
  • Universal Design for Learning
  • Differentiation strategies
  • Assistive tech overview
  • Equity & accessibility
Assessment & Action-Research
  • Formative feedback methods
  • Portfolio coaching
  • Small-scale inquiry
  • Self-evaluation & growth plan
Capstone Practicum
  • Plan & deliver two 20-min mentoring sessions
  • Receive mentor & peer feedback
  • Draft personal action plan
  • Submit reflective portfolio
Practicum Sessions: 200 hours | Follow-up: 200 hours max
Includes supervised mentoring, environment setup, guided observations. Independent study and portfolio work separate.
Internship | In-College Training
600 hours in approved Montessori-aligned colleges or skill centres over two terms.
Core Knowledge Categories
  • Learning Environments & Curriculum
  • Human Growth & Development
  • Health, Safety & Well-Being
  • Observation & Assessment
  • Personal & Professional Growth
  • Leadership & Mentorship
  • Families & Community Systems
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Programme Management
  • Guiding Behaviour & Peace Education

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Course Curriculum

What the Course Offers You

Montessori Philosophy & History| Young-Adult Development & Neuroscience| Prepared Learning Environment| Role of the Mentor & Observation| Practical Life & Independence| Advanced Sensorial & Inquiry| Communication & Academic Writing| Entrepreneurship & Community Service| Peace, Ethics & Global Citizenship| Inclusive Mentoring & UDL| Assessment & Action-Research| Capstone Practicum

Module 1 of 12 :  Montessori Philosophy & History

Category:Philosophy & Pedagogy
Key Topics:
  • Human tendencies & adult learning
  • Planes of development (3rd & 4th)
  • Production–exchange model
  • Mentor role & ethics
Hours:15–20 hrs
Description: Lectures, readings & case studies on Montessori’s later work applied to college tutors.
Work Examples:
  • Reflective essay on adult “spiritual embryo”
  • Annotated reading log
Assessment:
  • Quiz & short answers
  • Supervisor feedback on essay
Knowledge:
  • Curriculum & Environments
  • Growth & Development
Level:Set One & Two
Outcomes:
  1. Explain Montessori adult philosophy.
  2. Relate adult learning to environment design.

Module 2 of 12 :  Young-Adult Development & Neuroscience

Category:Development & Neuroscience
Key Topics:
  • Executive function & identity
  • Motivation & reward systems
  • Stress & resilience methods
  • Neuro-diversity inclusion
Hours:20–25 hrs
Description: Lectures, brain-based learning labs & case discussions on young-adult cognition.
Work Examples:
  • Brain-function mapping exercise
  • Resilience plan draft
Assessment:
  • Case-study quiz
  • Peer feedback on plan
Knowledge:
  • Growth & Development
  • Health & Well-Being
Level:Set One & Two
Outcomes:
  1. Describe brain changes in 18–24 yrs.
  2. Design basic resilience tools.

Module 3 of 12 :  Prepared Learning Environment

Category:Environment Design
Key Topics:
  • Studio, seminar & maker spaces
  • Tech zoning & digital hygiene
  • Governance & community meetings
  • Safety, ergonomics & green practices
Hours:20–25 hrs
Description: Workshops, site visits & labs on designing inclusive college spaces.
Work Examples:
  • Floor plan redesign exercise
  • Digital-policy draft
Assessment:
  • Site-audit report
  • Team presentation
Knowledge:
  • Curriculum & Environments
  • Programme Management
Level:Set One & Two
Outcomes:
  1. Set up a mindful learning space.
  2. Implement digital-use policy.

Module 4 of 12 :  Role of the Mentor & Observation

Category:Mentorship Skills
Key Topics:
  • Observation & record-keeping
  • Reflective conferencing
  • Ethical language & tone
  • Action-research basics
Hours:15–20 hrs
Description: Hands-on labs, role-plays & video-feedback on mentor-mentee interactions.
Work Examples:
  • Observation journal
  • Reflective conference simulation
Assessment:
  • Supervisor review of notes
  • Peer feedback
Knowledge:
  • Observation & Assessment
  • Personal & Leadership Growth
Level:Set One & Two
Outcomes:
  1. Record objective observations.
  2. Conduct reflective conferences.

Module 5 of 12 :  Practical Life & Independence

Category:Life Skills
Key Topics:
  • Time management systems
  • Budgeting & personal finance
  • Wellness routines
  • Community service duties
Hours:15–20 hrs
Description: Workshops and simulations on adulting skills in college life.
Work Examples:
  • Personal budget plan
  • Wellness tracker design
Assessment:
  • Plan presentation
  • Peer & mentor review
Knowledge:
  • Health, Safety & Nutrition
  • Personal & Professional Growth
Level:Set One & Two
Outcomes:
  1. Implement effective time & budget plans.
  2. Model healthy wellness habits.

Module 6 of 12 :  Advanced Sensorial & Inquiry

Category:Sensorial & Inquiry
Key Topics:
  • Data literacy & visualization
  • Design thinking labs
  • Research methods
  • Quantitative reasoning
Hours:20–25 hrs
Description: Hands-on data labs, maker-projects & studio inquiry.
Work Examples:
  • Mini research project
  • Data visualization poster
Assessment:
  • Project report
  • Peer critique
Knowledge:Learning Environments & Curriculum
Level:Set One & Two
Outcomes:
  1. Conduct basic research inquiries.
  2. Present data clearly.

Module 7 of 12 :  Communication & Academic Writing

Category:Communication Skills
Key Topics:
  • Academic writing conventions
  • Peer-review & feedback
  • Oral presentation & public speaking
  • Digital media literacy
Hours:15–20 hrs
Description: Workshops, writing labs & presentation practice.
Work Examples:
  • Research paper draft
  • Oral presentation
Assessment:
  • Written assignment
  • Presentation rubric
Knowledge:Observation & Assessment
Level:Set One & Two
Outcomes:
  1. Write clear academic texts.
  2. Deliver confident presentations.

Module 8 of 12 :  Entrepreneurship & Community Service

Category:Entrepreneurship & Service
Key Topics:
  • Social-enterprise models
  • Service-learning cycles
  • Local partnerships
  • Budgeting & planning
Hours:15–20 hrs
Description: Project labs & community partnerships.
Work Examples:
  • Enterprise canvas
  • Service-learning plan
Assessment:
  • Plan presentation
  • Supervisor feedback
Knowledge:Program Management
Level:Set One & Two
Outcomes:
  1. Develop a basic social-enterprise plan.
  2. Lead a service-learning project.

Module 9 of 12 :  Peace, Ethics & Global Citizenship

Category:Peace Education
Key Topics:
  • Restorative dialogue
  • Conflict mediation
  • Intercultural competence
  • Sustainability & SDGs
Hours:15–20 hrs
Description: Role-plays, circle processes & project work on global ethics.
Work Examples:
  • Restorative circle facilitation
  • Ethics case analysis
Assessment:
  • Facilitation rubric
  • Written reflection
Knowledge:Diversity & Inclusion
Level:Set One & Two
Outcomes:
  1. Lead restorative dialogue.
  2. Demonstrate global citizenship.

Module 10 of 12 :  Inclusive Mentoring & UDL

Category:Inclusive Education
Key Topics:
  • Universal Design for Learning
  • Differentiation strategies
  • Assistive tech overview
  • Equity & accessibility
Hours:15–20 hrs
Description: Workshops & labs on inclusive practices and tech tools.
Work Examples:
  • UDL lesson plan
  • Assistive tech demo
Assessment:
  • Lesson review
  • Peer feedback
Knowledge:Families & Community Systems
Level:Set One & Two
Outcomes:
  1. Implement UDL in sessions.
  2. Use assistive tools effectively.

Module 11 of 12 :  Assessment & Action-Research

Category:Assessment Methods
Key Topics:
  • Formative feedback & rubrics
  • Portfolio coaching
  • Action-research cycle
  • Reflective growth plans
Hours:15–20 hrs
Description: Labs on designing rubrics and small-scale research projects.
Work Examples:
  • Rubric creation
  • Mini research report
Assessment:
  • Supervisor review
  • Peer critique
Knowledge:Observation & Assessment
Level:Set One & Two
Outcomes:
  1. Design and use rubrics.
  2. Conduct a small inquiry.

Module 12 of 12 :  Capstone Practicum

Category:Final Practicum
Key Topics:
  • Two 20-min mentoring sessions
  • Reflective portfolio compilation
  • Action plan & growth map
Hours:40–60 hrs
Description: Supervised teaching, peer feedback & final review.
Work Examples:
  • Recorded mentoring demos
  • Reflective action plan
Assessment:
  • Mentor panel review
  • Portfolio grading
Knowledge:Personal & Professional Growth
Level:Set One & Two
Outcomes:
  1. Demonstrate full mentor cycle.
  2. Present polished portfolio.

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