Whether you are certifying as a guide, assisting in a classroom, or growing as a parent, our AMI programs fit where you are and are priced to stay reachable.
The full AMI credential for anyone ready to lead a classroom of their own
Training that fits parents, aides, and educators who need something lighter
Short, focused sessions for families, schools, and busy teachers
Look over your program choices, see honest pricing and payment plans, review schedules, and message our team directly so you can land on the AMI path that suits your budget and where you want to go.
A short, straightforward online form is all it takes to begin with a diploma course, an assistant program, or a workshop.
Begin your AMI training in whatever format works best for you, shaped to fit varied schedules, a range of experience, and each person’s own goals.
Our diploma programs carry genuine AMI and MACTE accreditation, the credential Montessori employers trust, with an optional master's degree pathway on top.
You should not have to overpay for authentic AMI training. We are among the most affordable AMI centers, and payment plans plus a Sponsor a Teacher program make certification even more reachable.
Study through online and hybrid options, with bilingual delivery, so your training works around your job, your family, and your background.
At Montessori Stoppani, the aim is straightforward: give educators a Montessori credential that is unmistakably the real thing. Every diploma program is AMI and MACTE accredited and taught by trainers who have spent decades in Montessori classrooms and training rooms across the globe. Coursework is delivered in hybrid and online formats, taught in English as well as Spanish, and the whole experience is built to stay affordable, so serious training never turns into a financial wall.
Beyond the diploma itself, the institute supports the full arc of a Montessori career, from assistant courses and workshops to the Loyola master’s degree pathway. Just as important, affordable tuition, payment plans, and the Sponsor a Teacher program are meant to keep that career open to more future guides, not only the ones who can pay for everything up front.
Our team of world-class AMI trainers are internationally recognized.
Alejandra Rosas is an AMI Infant and Nest Community Trainer and Training Director at Montessori Stoppani Institute with more than 25 years of Montessori experience. She received her AMI 3 to 6 diploma in Italy and her 0 to 3 diploma in San Diego under the direction of renowned Montessori educator Dr. Silvana Montanaro. Alejandra has dedicated her career to supporting young children, families, and future Montessori guides through internationally respected AMI training, workshops, consulting, and classroom leadership.
Cristina A. De León holds advanced degrees in Clinical Psychology, Pedagogy, and Education and has more than 25 years of experience working with children in Montessori and traditional educational environments. She received her AMI diplomas in Early Childhood and Elementary Education through the Montessori Institute of San Diego and currently serves as a Casa de Niños AMI Trainer and Examiner. Cristina has guided Montessori educators internationally throughout the United States, Argentina, Costa Rica, Taiwan, and Spain, bringing deep educational experience and a global Montessori perspective to her training work.
Gabriela Velázquez began her Montessori journey at an early age, first as a Montessori student and later as an assistant in the same school where her mother worked as a Montessori guide. She earned a degree in Early Childhood Education, her AMI Nido and Infant Community diploma, and a master’s degree in education before spending more than 20 years working in Montessori schools throughout Mexico and the United States. Today, Gabriela serves internationally as an AMI 0 to 3 trainer, examiner, consultant, and speaker, helping future Montessori guides deepen their understanding of early childhood development.
Emily Hansen is an AMI 0 to 3 Trainer with more than 21 years of Montessori classroom experience across Toddler and Primary communities. She holds degrees in Psychology, Sociology, and Montessori Education, along with AMI diplomas at both the 0 to 3 and 3 to 6 levels. Emily combines deep Montessori expertise with a warm and practical approach to education, bringing years of experience supporting children, families, and future Montessori educators through her training work.
Dr. Mario Salguero is a physician, researcher, and educator specializing in personalized medicine, psychiatry, nutrition, and integrative health. After graduating from the University of Guadalajara School of Medicine, he completed advanced studies in Clinical Nutrition and earned a PhD in Molecular Biology in Medicine before completing his Psychiatry Residency at the University of California, San Diego. Dr. Salguero combines scientific research, medical education, and a compassionate approach to child and human development as part of the Montessori Stoppani training team.
Deciding where to earn an AMI credential naturally raises questions, and on this page especially, questions about money. Below are honest, plain answers on funding, formats, accreditation, and how our diploma, assistant, and workshop programs actually work.
Yes. The diploma holds genuine AMI and MACTE accreditation and is recognized everywhere in the world, which means a graduate can teach abroad, move on to further study, or rely on a credential that employers trust wherever they land.
It depends on the program and the level. Assistant courses and workshops run online and blended, while the diploma is hybrid, pairing online coursework with two summers in San Diego.
Pricing depends on your program, level, and format, and it is always findable. We do not award tuition scholarships of our own, but we are one of the most affordable AMI centers, we offer payment plans, and our Sponsor a Teacher program lets schools and supporters fund a candidate. Request the free program details and pricing guide to see your options.
Our programs award a professional AMI credential rather than transferable college credits. If a graduate degree is your goal, the honest route is our Loyola master’s degree pathway; request full details to see how it works.
A guide leads the classroom and prepares the learning environment, which calls for the full AMI diploma. An assistant supports the guide and the children, which the shorter, more flexible assistant course prepares you for.
AMI is the Association Montessori Internationale, founded by Maria Montessori herself. It is the internationally recognized standard for authentic Montessori training, which is exactly why so many educators and employers look for it by name.
The diploma is AMI and MACTE accredited, and the assistant courses are AMI recognized. We keep that distinction clear so you always know precisely what your credential is and what it covers.
Yes. Certain AMI and MACTE accredited diploma programs can open a pathway toward a master’s degree through Loyola. Specifics vary, so request the full details and our team will walk you through them.
Start by requesting the free program details and pricing guide, which lays out programs, costs, payment plans, and funding options. From there, our team is ready to help you choose the right path and apply.
Montessori teacher training scholarships at Montessori Stoppani work differently than many people expect, and we would rather be upfront about it. We do not hand out tuition scholarships or financial aid, and there is no scholarship application to fill out. What we do instead is keep authentic AMI training genuinely reachable in three real ways. We are one of the most affordable authentic AMI training centers, we offer flexible payment plans, and our Sponsor a Teacher program lets schools and supporters fund a candidate’s diploma. Pricing, payment options, and sponsorship details all live in our free program details guide, so you can see your real path before committing.
Affordable AMI Montessori teacher training is one of the reasons educators choose Montessori Stoppani. Authentic AMI certification is a serious investment in your career, and we keep ours among the most accessible anywhere, at about half the price of many comparable AMI programs. Rather than post a single number that could not reflect your program, level, and format, we put clear, complete pricing in a free guide you can access instantly. That way you see the real cost, the payment plans, and the value of a credential recognized everywhere in the world.
Payment plans are one of the most practical ways to fund your Montessori teacher training. Not everyone can cover an AMI diploma or assistant course in a single lump sum, and you should not have to put your certification on hold because of it. Montessori Stoppani offers flexible payment options that spread the cost over time, so you can begin training on a schedule that fits your budget. The specifics, including what a plan looks like for your chosen program and level, are laid out in the free program details and pricing guide, alongside every format and start option.
Sponsor a Teacher is our real answer for candidates who need funding help beyond payment plans. Through this program, Montessori schools and community supporters can fund a future guide’s AMI training, either for a specific school or to help more qualified Montessori educators enter the field. It is donor supported rather than an institute grant, which we say plainly so there are no surprises. If you are hoping to be sponsored, or you run a school that wants to sponsor a teacher, we are glad to talk it through.
