Degree Programs

Montessori Northwest has partnered with Whitworth University in Spokane, WA, to offer several options for AMI diploma seekers and holders to efficiently meet their education goals!

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MNW’s programs are MACTE-accredited and available in three locations (Portland, OR, Pleasanton, CA, and Spokane, WA).

Scholarships are available through both MNW and Whitworth University. The programs are financial aid eligible. Visit whitworth.edu/financial-aid for more information (learners attending a MNW program in California are not eligible to receive federal financial aid).

International learners interested in our cooperative Montessori programs, please note that these programs are not SEVIS certified to enroll F-1 visa holders or other I-20 holders due to the primarily online structure of the program. If you hold a different type of visa, please connect with us to see if you are eligible to enroll.

Questions about the degree options? Contact Kathryn Picanco at kpicanco@whitworth.edu or 509.777.3459.

AMI DIPLOMA + M.ED. MONTESSORI

AMI DIPLOMA + M.ED. & WA STATE TEACHING CERTIFICATION

AMI DIPLOMA + BACHELORS DEGREE

M.ED. TEACHING & LEARNING, MONTESSORI CONCENTRATION (for current AMI Diploma holders)

WA STATE TEACHING CERTIFICATION (for current AMI Diploma holders)

AMI DIPLOMA + M.ED.

Montessori Northwest has partnered with Whitworth University in Spokane, WA to offer a Master of Education in Montessori degree that recognizes the work involved in Montessori training and provides additional coursework to enhance training in the complexities of classroom instruction. Your AMI Diploma will count for 27 credits toward an M.Ed. Three additional online Montessori Surround Courses focusing on working with special populations, social and emotional needs, and classroom management cover the remaining 9 credits.

  1. Apply to a Montessori Northwest AMI Diploma Program. Learners must be accepted into a MNW program before their application to the M.Ed. program will be considered.

  2. Apply to Whitworth’s Graduate Studies in Education and select: “Graduate School of Education” then select the M.Ed. in Montessori program level you’re applying to.

  3. Submit a Release of Records to MNW to request they send us these documents. You may use the same transcripts, transcript evaluations, recommendations, essays, and resume/CV for both applications. Please note that Whitworth University does require transcripts from all institutions of higher education you've attended, not just those you received a degree from. 

  4. Additional application steps required for international students. Whitworth University requires an international student transcript evaluation approved by a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) agency. Please see Whitworth's International Students Admissions site for additional information.

Application Process

PROGRAM DETAILS

TUITION SCHEDULES

AMI DIPLOMA + M.ED. & WA STATE TEACHING CERTIFICATION

Earn a Washington State teaching credential at the Early Childhood Education (P-3) or Elementary (K-8) levels in combination with your master’s program. The extra semester of coursework beyond the master’s and AMI diploma work opens the door to Montessori programs across the country! WA State Teaching Credential reciprocal in most states.

AMI DIPLOMA + BACHELORS DEGREE

MNW Learners can also work toward completing their BA. Whitworth’s School of Continuing Studies has pre-approved the AMI diploma for 30 semester credits that would count toward any of their bachelor’s degrees. Talk to the Whitworth advising team to learn more!

M.ED. TEACHING & LEARNING, MONTESSORI CONCENTRATION

For those who already have their AMI Montessori Diploma, this program allows you to apply you Montessori knowledge to a master’s degree. Whitworth will waive 12 credits of electives in this program in recognition of the hard work you already put in when earning your AMI Diploma. The remaining 22 credits cover topics such as curriculum development, educational research, technology in the classroom and student assessment. All coursework is available online. Speak with one of the Whitworth academic advisors who can answer questions based on you situation. Call 509.777.3222 or email gradamissions@whitworth.edu, and they’ll help you get started.

WA STATE TEACHING CERTIFICATION (ONLY)

Already have an AMI Diploma? Earn a Washington State teaching credential at the Early Childhood Education (P-3) or Elementary (K-8) level. We’ll work with you determine prior experience and course work that can be used toward certification requirements. WA State Teaching Credential reciprocal in most states. Contact Kathryn Picanco at kpicanco@whitworth.edu or 509.777.3459 and she’ll help you get started.