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Developing Montessori Educators Who Change Lives
From AMI teacher training to leadership development, school consulting, and continuing education, MTCNE provides the expertise and guidance needed for Montessori programs to grow with integrity. We are a community committed to authentic, research-informed Montessori practice.
The Montessori Training Center Northeast (MTCNE) is managed and operated by the Capitol Region Education Council (CREC) and has served as the only Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) teacher training center in the Northeastern United States since 2003.
We provide AMI teacher training, develop school leaders, support global partnerships, and serve as a hub for alumni and schools seeking authentic Montessori practice.
Our AMI Programs
MTCNE offers a comprehensive suite of Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) diploma and certificate programs designed to prepare educators, leaders, and community practitioners for meaningful work across the full lifespan.
AMI Diploma Programs
Birth–3, 3–6, 6–12, and 12–18 yearsAMI Certification Courses
Montessori School Leadership (MSL)
Montessori for Dementia, Disability & Ageing (MDDA)
Montessori Sports Fundamentals
Programs are delivered on-ground, hybrid, or fully online, depending on course format and location—ensuring accessible, flexible pathways for educators worldwide.
Our Community
At MTCNE, community means belonging. Rooted in Hartford and spanning the globe, we support adult learners, school communities, and alumni through professional development, mentorship, events, and shared resources that nurture connection, growth, and lifelong engagement in Montessori education.
Our Scholarships
CREC Foundation scholarships help remove financial barriers for aspiring Montessori educators through:
- AMI Teacher Training Programs at MTCNE
AMI Undergraduate Pathways at the University of Hartford
Partner with us to expand access to authentic Montessori training.
