The Montessori method of education is a form of teaching that emphasizes independence for children and views them as naturally eager for knowledge. The Montessori method also recognizes that children are capable of initiating learning in a sufficiently supportive and well-prepared learning environment.
At Sprott Shaw College, we have two Montessori programs, Montessori Early Childhood Teacher Education, a 38-week certificate program, and Early Childhood Education – Montessori, an 80-week diploma program.
We are pleased to announce that both of our Montessori programs have recently been accredited by the Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education (MACTE). The MACTE accredits certification and diploma programs based on the evidence that they prepare competent, caring, and qualified professional Montessori educators and have the capacity to monitor and improve their programs’ quality.
In 1955, the MACTE was founded and since then, it has been dedicated to improving academic degree and certificate programs for Montessori professional educators who teach and lead in schools and post-secondary institutions at the Infant and Toddler through Secondary II levels. In their role, the MACTE assures the public of the accredited school’s quality.
The MACTE is the industry-recognized standard setting and accrediting body for Montessori teaching education, and Sprott Shaw’s programs meet the standards set by the MACTE. As a student of one of our MACTE-accredited Montessori programs, you will receive a variety of benefits.
First, studying at a MACTE-accredited college means that you, as a student, can learn global standard Montessori practices from a program that ensures consistent standards are applied. Receiving training and knowledge that meets world-recognized standards makes it easier to find a job after graduation.
Second, graduates of MACTE-accredited programs are assured the broadest possible opportunities for acceptance of their Montessori teaching credentials globally. Taking a MACTE-accredited program means that your future employers will recognize the valuable training and education you have in the industry.
Third, as a graduate of our MACTE-accredited programs, you can guarantee the competency and quality of your skills to future employers. The seal of a MACTE-accredited program will give you an edge over the competition and help you in securing more interviews and job offers.
Fourth, as a student taking our Montessori programs, you can hold us accountable for the quality of education we provide our students with. In order to be accredited, Sprott Shaw must provide the MACTE with firm quantitative and qualitative evidence that our program produces graduates that are competent Montessori professionals.
Interested in learning more about our Montessori programs? Contact an advisor today!
