CFI
Level 4
QN: 610/4274/2
Curriculum Active
CFI Level 4 Diploma in Integrative Early Childhood Pedagogy (EYE): Montessori
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by CFI. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 395 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 4
Awarding Body
CFI
Syllabus Units
18 Units
Guided Hours
395 hrs
Instant access to interactive lessons, quizzes, and spaced revision.
Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Assessment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to carry out assessments effectively
- Understand how to use assessment information in forward planning
2
Becoming a Montessori Educator
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the fundamental principles of Montessori Philosophy
- Demonstrate knowledge of Montessori education in an historical context
- Understand how Montessori education has evolved
- Explore their interaction with Montessori philosophy within their own practice
3
Child Development
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to promote equality of opportunity in early childhood provision
- Understand underpinning theories, approaches and research that underpin early childhood development
- Be able to support children and babies in their development
- Be able to promote and positively impact the health and wellbeing of children and babies
4
Early Childhood Curriculum
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to plan an appropriate educational programme
- Be able to develop and support babies’ and children’s speech, language and communication
- Understand how to support children with delays in communication
5
Health, wellbeing and safety
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to act on their own responsibilities in relation to health and safety
- Be able to take responsibility in relation to confidentiality of information
- Be able to act on your own responsibilities in relation to promoting the health and wellbeing of babies and children
6
Montessori Pedagogy
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate knowledge of child development through an understanding of relevant theories
- Understand the importance of sensitive periods within the Montessori environment
- Understand how Practical Life informs child development in the Montessori environment
- Understand how Cosmic Education can improve the child’s knowledge and understanding of the world around them
7
Own role and practice
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to communicate effectively
- Be able to work co-operatively with others
- Understand policies and procedures within the work setting
- Understand their own role, responsibilities and expected behaviours
8
Pedagogy
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to select and combine pedagogical approaches appropriately
- Be able to adapt pedagogical approaches to suit different needs
- Be able to respond to the needs and interests of children
- Be able to communicate effectively with children
9
Reflective Practice for Montessori Teachers
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to reflect on their own understanding of Montessori principles
- Be able to demonstrate an ability to reflect on their role as a Montessori practitioner
10
Safeguarding
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand requirements for safeguarding of babies and children
- Understand statutory and non-statutory requirements for safeguarding
- Be able to act on responsibilities related to safeguarding
11
Study Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand their own needs as a learner
- Develop effective study practices and organisational skills
- Be able to use feedback to improve their and others’ practice
12
Supporting children with special educational needs and disability (SEND)
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand relevant statutory and non-statutory requirements related to children with SEND
- Be able to promote and implement strategies for supporting babies and children with SEND
- Be able to support babies and children with SEND
13
Teaching and Observing in the Montessori Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate how the Montessori approach is valuable in supporting children through change and transitions
- Develop the observational acuity of a Montessori practitioner
14
The Role of the Montessori Educator
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to define the importance of the Montessori Educator within the environment
- Demonstrate skills of a Montessori Educator
- Deliver Montessori lessons through established techniques and dramatisation
15
Understanding and Delivering Montessori Presentations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the importance of presentation within the Montessori environment
- Use Montessori presentations to facilitate learning in numeracy and arithmetic
- Use Montessori presentations to facilitate learning in literacy
- Use Montessori presentations to facilitate learning in creativity and the arts
16
Understanding the Montessori Curriculum
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how the Montessori curriculum fulfils and extends the requirements of the National Early Years Standards
- Apply the Montessori approach to Practical Life
17
Understanding the Montessori Materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the importance of the materials within the Montessori environment
- Understand the placement, process and use of the Montessori materials
- Understand how the Montessori materials promote learning and tap into sensitive periods across the relevant curriculum areas
18
Working with others
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to work co-operatively with others
- Be able to work in partnership with parents and carers
- Understand the roles and responsibilities within the early years setting
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/4274/2
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- CFI
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- May 2024