Primary (3-6 years) Diploma Course

June 5, 2025 – July 24, 2026*

Bloomfield, CT, USA

Director of Training: Gretchen Hall

This hybrid program offers a mix of real-time, interactive learning and flexible, self-paced study using a schedule that supports…

Synchronous Coursework: This includes scheduled, real-time classes or sessions that you attend in-person or virtually. These sessions happen at set times and allow for live interaction with instructors and peers.

Asynchronous Engagement: This involves learning activities or materials that you access and complete on your own schedule – though within a certain pre-scheduled time period. There are no set times for these activities, so you can work through them at your convenience.


Program Highlights
  • Complete the training during the two summers with online meetings and practicum completed during the academic year
  • MTCNE values live training so plenty of hands on materials time is provided with our Trainers
  • Convenient hours for online deliveries
  • The training center is centrally located in the capitol region of CT; 2 hours from NYC and 2 hours from Boston
  • Conveniently located 10 minutes from the Bradley International Airport
  • The training center is located on the CT Transit (public transportation) line
  • University of Hartford students have access to the Main Campus which is 2 miles down the road and accessible via CT Transit
  • Schedule
  • Tuition
  • Information Session
  • Application & Admission
  • Need Guidance?

Coming Soon!

*Schedule pending AMI approval.

$14,000/ student
  • Tuition covers the program registration fee, AMI/USA annual membership dues, and MACTE fees.

Students planning to enroll in an AMI Diploma Course should plan for additional expenditures related to books, supplies, materials, housing, and other expenses which are not included in course tuition. 

The program information session will take place during the winter of 2025. If you have particular questions prior to the information session, please email them to mtcneinfo@crec.org and we will gladly make time to connect with you!

An application for admission to MTCNE may be submitted at any time during the calendar year as we have rolling admissions. We encourage you to submit your application and materials as far in advance of the course dates as possible. Applications are considered in the order received on a space-available basis.

It is suggested that applications from international students be submitted at least 3 to 4 months in advance to ensure ample time to process the student visa application.  International students must be accepted into a diploma course before the MTCNE designated school official (DSO) will begin processing an I-20. MTCNE may provide an I-20 for F students and their dependents.

Application reviews can take up to 3 weeks, thus the preferred application deadline is 1 month prior to the posted course start date.

Upon acceptance, a candidate reserves a place in the course with a non-refundable program registration fee of $500.00.  Each Diploma Course is limited to a maximum of 25 student. When a course is filled, successful candidates may request placement on a waiting list and/or defer registration to the next course.

Criteria for Admission

Acceptance into the Montessori Training Center Northeast is based on the evaluation of the application packet and previous academic record. The educational standard for the course is a bachelor’s degree in any field with a minimum average G.P.A. of 3.0 or the participation in the University of Hartford bachelor’s degree program with Montessori education. Exceptions are considered on an individual basis and may require an interview.

Successful candidates will demonstrate qualifications and suitability for successful participation in the course, including:

  • Academic skills for success in a comprehensive and rigorous course of study
  • Clear oral and written communication
  • Capacities for organization, time management and attention to detail
  • Ability to collaborate within the community of the Center, its students and cooperating Montessori schools
  • Commitment to alternative education
  • The desire to support human development in positive and life-affirming directions

Application and Admissions Process

1. Complete and Submit Application Form
(Click Here for the Application Checklist)

2. Pay the Application Fee of $100.00 to Capitol Region Education Council (CREC).

The application fee is non-refundable.

Click here for payment options.

3. Submit additional application materials via email to mtcneadmissions@crec.org or send by post to the address listed below. 

Applications are considered active upon receipt of the application fee. No action will be taken on an application for admission until all required materials and the application fee are received.

Additional Application Materials:

  • Employment history/resume
  • Writing Sample – Autobiography
  • Official transcripts in sealed envelopes from each educational institution attended
  • Three letters of reference – letters of reference must be written within three years of application date. Letters should include at least one professional reference; others may be personal or academic. The letters should reflect the writer’s knowledge and assessment of the applicant’s character, professional experience, and academic potential and, as applicable, interaction with children and aptitude for work in an alternative educational setting.
  • Non-Native Speakers of English: TOEFL Scores (pBT minimum score of 550, iBT minimum score of 79) or IELTS Scores (minimum overall score of 6.5)

Mailing address for application materials:
CREC – MTCNE
The Atrium @ Gillette Ridge
1300 Hall Boulevard
Bloomfield, CT 06002

4. An admission decision letter will be emailed to the candidate upon completion of the application evaluation.

The evaluation of a application file may take up to three (3) weeks.

If the application is accepted, the admission decision letter will include a Tuition Agreement, detailing the tuition information, payment schedule, and terms. Students sponsored by a third party must provide the sponsor’s contact information before returning the signed Agreement along with the non-refundable program registration fee of $500.00.

5. Candidate responds to admission decision.

To accept the admission decision, the applicant must submit the signed Tuition Agreement and pay the registration fee, which is due within two weeks of receiving the admission decision. This registration fee secures the successful candidate’s spot in the course and will be credited toward the total tuition balance. For payment instructions, click here.

Please plan to attend one of the information sessions, as many questions about the program and/or coursework will be reviewed and discussed.

Each information session will be recorded and uploaded for viewing.

If you have a question that has not been addressed, please send your questions via email to mtcneinfo@crec.org and we will provide an answer.

If you have a question about the application or the admissions process, please email mtcneadmissions@crec.org.

NOTE: Every program begins with pre-scheduled, Program Orientation which is delivered as an online session. Students who accept an offer of admission will receive an invitation to the Program Orientation.