Program Pathways
The field of Montessori Education continues to revolutionize the world and how we educate children through an unparalleled philosophy and method. Whether you are coming to this program to advance your career in Montessori education or looking for a unique pathway to Montessori teacher training, our master’s program can support your needs. Students will analyze, synthesize, and actualize the impact of Dr. Maria Montessori’s philosophy through an innovative approach to graduate education.
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Online, Full- or Part-Time
Master of Education (MEd), Professional Pathway
This fully-online pathway is open to any professional in the Montessori sector seeking
a comprehensive blend of Montessori philosophy and innovative teaching methodologies
at each plane of development. Students will engage with a diverse cohort to explore
leadership, equity, and inclusion practices, and finish the program with a semester-long
practicum.
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Online or Hybrid
Master of Education (MEd), Concurrent Pathway
This unique pathway is for students enrolled in Montessori training at one of Loyola's
off-site partner AMI training locations. Students must begin the degree sequence at
the start of their teacher training, which is then followed by innovative online coursework
in leadership, equity and inclusion, and a final capstone practicum.
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Online, Part-Time
Master of Education (MEd), Credit for Prior Learning Pathway
The Credit for Prior Learning pathway is tailored to individuals possessing a credential
from a Montessori Accreditation Council of Teacher Education (MACTE)-accredited I&T,
EC, EL I-II, or Administrators training program. Students may be eligible to receive
15 graduate credit hours towards the M.Ed. In Montessori Education.