PDMC PRACTITIONER'S PATHWAY
From Foundation to Leadership
Explore the complete PDMC development pathway - from the Practitioner's Class through advanced study, leadership development, and whole-school implementation.
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Practitioner
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Advanced Practitioner
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Lead Practitioner
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Whole-School Implementation
HOW THE PATHWAY WORKS
The PDMC
Practitioner's Pathway
JUMP TO UPCOMING COURSES The PDMC Practitioner Pathway is designed to support Montessori practitioners at each stage of their development.  Beginning with the Practitioner's Class, each program buildup the previous one through deeper study, collaborative reflection, practical application, and opportunities for leadership within a Montessori community.
PDMC TRAINING PATHWAYÂ
From Foundation to Leadership
Grow your practice through a progressive pathway designed for Montessori educators.
Practitioner's Class
Level 1
The Practitioner’s Class is the foundational course for Positive Discipline in the Montessori Classroom, by Jane Nelsen and Chip DeLorenzo. The class uses a case study approach to discovering the principles and tools of Positive Discipline in the Montessori Classroom.Â
Advanced Practitioner's ClassÂ
Level 2
The Advanced Practitioner’s Class (formerly the Master Class) is designed for Montessori educators and leaders who have taken the Practitioner’s Class. The goal of this course is to deepen participants’ understanding of the principles and practices of Positive Discipline in the Montessori Classroom and to advance its consistent and effective implementation in classrooms and schools.Â
Lead Practitioner Program
Level 3
Designed for experienced educators, school leaders, trainers, and coaches, the Lead Practitioner Program develops the skills needed to mentor others, lead school-wide implementation, and sustain a culture of PDMC in a Montessori school community.
PDMC FOCUSED LEARNING
Conflict to Collaboration
The Conflict to Collaboration course is designed for Montessori educators and school leaders who want to build strong, effective relationships with parents while maintaining professional boundaries and reducing stress. Children thrive when teachers, leaders, and parents collaborate with clarity, consistency, and mutual respect.
SELF-PACED ONLINE TRAINING
Positive Discipline in the Montessori Classroom Video Course
The new Positive Discipline in the Montessori Classroom video course is now available. Chip and Jane have teamed up to produced an online course that shares the magic of Positive Discipline in the Montessori Classroom. Click the image or a button below to get more information or to purchase the course.
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“The overall approach in Positive Discipline and Conflict to Collaboration is beautifully human. Anxiety, tension, and fear are replaced by forethought, understanding, and wisdom, as well as compassion. Learning this approach helps adults reach their highest potential by focusing on the other person as a highly respected individual. I am truly grateful for the practical experience and tools that bring beautiful communication among children and adults.” ~ Polly Christensen, Head of School, St. Francis Montessori School
The PDMC Experience
The Practitioner's Class combines discussion, experiential learning, demonstrations, collaborative activities, and Montessori child study to help participants understand children's behavior and apply Positive Discipline within authentic Montessori environments.
Experiential Learning
Collaborative Child Study
Classroom Application
Training Options
Choose the training format that best fits your school or professional learning goals. Most PDMC courses are available either as onsite training for your entire school or as an online cohort for individual educators. The Lead Practitioner's Program is offered exclusively online.
Whole School Partners
Bring Positive Discipline directly to your Montessori school through onsite professional development designed for your entire faculty.
Available for:
- Practitioner's Class
- Conflict to Collaboration
- Advanced Practitioner's Class
Best for schools seeking a shared implementation experience and long-term cultural change.
Online Cohorts
Join educators from Montessori schools around the world in live online cohorts led by PDMC trainers.
Available for:
- Practitioner's Class
- Conflict to Collaboration
- Advanced Practitioner's Class
- Lead Practitioner's Program (Online Only)
Best for individual educators or schools with smaller teams.
“Your work is everything I have always wanted for classroom management founded on Montessori's work.”
Montessori Educator
Explore the PDMC Pathway
Whether you're beginning with the Practitioner's Class or continuing through advanced study, the PDMC Practitioner Pathway offers opportunities to deepen your understanding and implementation of Positive Discipline in the Montessori Classroom.
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