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Master of Arts (MA) with Montessori Teacher Credential in Early Childhood
This program is designed for aspiring educators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers who want to become expert teachers, lead child-centered education, and open or manage their own schools. Ideal for those passionate about empowering children through ethical, globally informed practices, the program combines Montessori pedagogy with Ubuntu philosophy to cultivate independent, compassionate, and socially aware educators.
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Overview
The MA in Education with Montessori Teacher Credential (Early Childhood) prepares students to become certified Montessori educators for early childhood classrooms worldwide. Students gain mastery in Montessori philosophy, curriculum design, sustainable leadership, and teaching strategies. Through mostly online coursework and a two-week in-person application course, graduates are ready to teach, launch schools, or transform educational systems globally.
What You'll Learn
Graduates become globally credentialed Montessori educators equipped to shape the future of education:
Design and lead Montessori-inspired learning environments
Integrate sustainable leadership and Ubuntu principles into educational settings
Apply Montessori methods to teach history, geography, math, language, and geometry at the early childhood level
Launch innovative schools or transform existing educational institutions
Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
English proficiency
No prior Montessori experience required
Transfer Credits: Up to 9 graduate credits (≈3 courses)
Curriculum / Courses
The MA in Education with Montessori Teacher Credential (Early Childhood) blends Montessori pedagogy, sustainable leadership, and hands-on practice. Students develop expertise in core Montessori curriculum areas—history, geography, mathematics, geometry, language, and grammar—while cultivating leadership skills rooted in Ubuntu principles. A two-week in-person application course and a 9-month practicum provide practical experience, ensuring graduates are ready to lead classrooms and educational ventures globally.
- HUMA 501 Montessori Philosophy (8 weeks, online)
- HUMA 502 Practical Life (8 weeks, online)
- HUMA 503 Sensorial (8 weeks, online)
- HUMA 504 Mathematics (8 weeks, online)
- HUMA 505 Language (8 weeks, online)
- HUMA 506 Classroom Application (2 weeks, in-person)
- HUMA 507 Culture and Leadership (8 weeks, online)
- HUMA 508 Practicum (9 months at an approved Montessori school)
- HUMA 570 Ubuntu Mind (4 weeks, online)
- BICE 502 Sustainable Leadership (4 weeks, online)
Total Credits: 36
University Application Process
Step 1: Check Admission Requirements
Review the entry requirements for your chosen degree program.
Verify if any additional selection criteria apply.
Step 2: Submit Your Application
Complete and submit your application online through the Osiri University Student Portal.
Upload all required documents, including transcripts, certificates, and proof of English proficiency.
Pay the administrative fee applicable to your program.
Step 3: Application Assessment
An admissions consultant will be assigned to your application upon submission.
Applicants can track the progress of their application via the Self-Service Portal.
Compliance with minimum requirements does not guarantee admission, as placement depends on program availability, academic results, and other criteria.
Key Program Information
Delivery Mode: 100% online (all students are international)
Administrative Fee: $600 per year for most programs; some programs like Education: $2,400 per year
Program Duration: Typically 1 year for master’s programs, 3–5 years for PhD programs
Transfer Credits: Up to 9 graduate credits (case-by-case evaluation)
Support: Access to mentors, academic advisors, preparatory resources, and project-based learning opportunities
Enquiries:
Email: kaabo@osiriuniversity.org
Phone: +1 (531) 248 1863
Program Highlights:
Self-paced online learning
Live lectures (recorded if missed)
10 courses
Complete coursework in less than a year
9-month practicum commences after coursework
Annual Fee:
$4,800 for the entire program (or $200 monthly)
Application Deadline:
15 June 2025
Classes Start:
1 August 2025
Enquiries
Email: kaabo@osiriuniversity.org
Phone: +1 (531) 248 1863