Singapore's preschool sector is tightly regulated and well paid by regional standards. Montessori centres are popular, but teacher certification rules are strict.
You can study APTTI's Montessori teacher training online from Singapore: the Certificate (120 hours), Diploma (200 hours) or PG Diploma (240 hours). Fees are USD 170, 325 or 475. Entry is 10+2 or a degree. The certificate is APTTI's own: widely used for private preschool jobs, but not a local teaching licence.
Montessori jobs in Singapore
Montessori preschools operate across Singapore and hire teachers and assistants.
Many teachers use online Montessori courses as professional development after their main certification.
Job titles to search: preschool teacher, Montessori teacher, assistant teacher.
Recognition and rules in Singapore
Preschool teachers in Singapore need certification recognised by the Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA). APTTI's courses are not ECDA-accredited and do not qualify you to teach on their own.
International fees are paid in USD.
Documents and attestation
ECDA certification is the key requirement; check it before choosing any course.
Questions from Singapore
Can I teach in a Singapore preschool with this course?
Not on its own. You need ECDA-recognised certification. APTTI's course can add Montessori depth as professional development.
Who in Singapore takes the course?
Mainly certified preschool staff and parents who want Montessori depth.
Is there an APTTI campus in Singapore?
No. The course is online. APTTI's head office is in Kolkata, India.
The preliminary level. It introduces the Montessori philosophy, the prepared environment and the core areas of the 3–6 classroom for people starting out in early childhood teaching.
The advanced level and the usual choice for classroom roles. It concentrates on the Montessori apparatus and methods of instruction, and you plan Montessori lessons of your own.
The most extensive level. It covers Maria Montessori's methodology in depth, compares it with other preschool approaches, and adds lesson planning and case studies.
Is online Montessori certification valid? An online Montessori certificate is valid as evidence that you completed that provider's course, and many private…