AMS credential 2nd-year internship
Students need to complete the FMAE Academic core courses before starting Practicum I and II.
Practicum (Internship) school for students’ practicum/internship, should be an AMS-approved school.
Application forms are needed before starting. You may find them in Session 1–> assignment 1
download the forms, complete them, and then upload them back.
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Prerequisites: Philosophy, Practical Life, Sensorial, Art, Music & Movement, Language,
Mathematics, Natural Science, Classroom Leadership*. Must be taken in conjunction
with Practicum I. This class consists of the following classes: Montessori Observation (28
hours) and Parent Involvement (7 hours). Montessori Observation includes lecture for 8 hours
and documented observation of 20 hours. This seminar focuses on methods of observation,
forming questions, biases, awareness of cultural differences, connecting with children,
recording and reflecting, determining needs, and the critical importance of the habit of
observation in the Montessori classroom.
The Parent Involvement seminar focuses on the art of working with parents, and refining
communication, and the conference is presented. The focus of this class will be working to build
a positive team with parents and teachers involved for the benefit of the child. The modes of
instruction are discussion, lecture, and activities.
*Classroom Leadership may be taken before or during Practicum Phase.
