Payment Policies

1. The student understands and agrees to pay the Total Payment Due outlined in the Payment Information – Tuition and Fees Section.
2. If paying in installments, your first installment is due with submission of your contract. Your second installment is due on or before your first Assignment Due Date, and your final installment is due on or before your second Assignment Due Date. If you are working on an accelerated schedule, your payment will be processed earlier than the stated payment due dates, unless you have made alternative arrangements with NAMC. NAMC will provide you with your Assignment Due Dates.
3. The student understands and agrees that if the tuition and fees are paid by a School, communication about your assignment due dates and any extensions granted can be shared with the School. The diploma (and any transcripts ordered) will be sent to the School for release to the graduate.
4. NAMC may adjust the Tuition and Fees to accommodate for any applicable Special Discounts.
5. The Tuition and Fees payable is subject to the terms and provisions of the Tuition Refund Policy.
6. The Tuition and Fees is subject to change without notice, but not within the Program Duration.

Withdrawal Policy

Requests for withdrawal must be submitted in writing (email or fax accepted) and will be processed immediately. Program Tuition Fee refunds owing to students will be paid within thirty (30) calendar days of NAMC receiving written notification of withdrawal (see Tuition Refund Policy for further information). A letter providing confirmation of withdrawal and any refund entitlement will be issued by NAMC.

Dismissal Policy

A student will receive notice of dismissal for any of the following reasons:

1. Consistently shows a lack of effort (including, but not limited to, non-submission of assignments)
2. Indicates any moral misconduct
3. Continues to demonstrate an inability to understand the Montessori philosophy and its application

Decision of dismissal is based on the NAMC instructor’s individual discretion, along with detailed documentation, and confirmation from the Program Director. A refund of the Program Tuition Fee may apply, as outlined under the Tuition Refund Policy. A letter providing confirmation of dismissal and any refund entitlement will be issued by NAMC. Note: If plagiarism is suspected, or if a student has completed their program assignments using outside assistance, such as the unauthorized use of the internet or AI apps like ChatGPT for generating content that is submitted as one’s own work, the NAMC student status will be in jeopardy. If plagiarism is confirmed, the NAMC Student Enrollment Contract will be terminated.

Tuition Refund Policy

The following Tuition Refund Policy applies to the terms of this Student Enrollment Contract.

Refunds in Cases of Withdrawal or Dismissal

1. Written Notice.
1. To initiate a refund, written notice must be provided:
1. By a student to NAMC when the student withdraws, or
2. By NAMC to the student where NAMC dismisses a student.
2. Refund Entitlement.
1. Refund entitlement is calculated on the total Program Tuition Fee due under the contract. Where the total Program Tuition Fee has not yet been collected, NAMC is not responsible for refunding more than has been collected to date and the student may be required to make up for monies due under the contract.
3. Tuition Refund Policy for students:
1. Refunds after the program of study starts
1. If written notice of withdrawal is received by NAMC, or a student is dismissed, within 30% of the Program Duration specified in the contract, NAMC may retain 30% of the total Program Tuition Fee due under the contract.
2. If written notice of withdrawal is received by NAMC, or a student is dismissed, after 30% and before 50% of the Program Duration specified in the contract, NAMC may retain 50% of the total Program Tuition Fee due under the contract.
3. If a student withdraws or is dismissed after 50% of the Program Duration specified in the contract, no refund is required.
4. Refunds owing to students must be paid within thirty (30) calendar days of NAMC receiving written notification of withdrawal and all required supporting documentation, or within thirty (30) calendar days of NAMC’s written notice of dismissal.

NAMC’s Academic Honesty Policy

A large part of the Montessori philosophy centers around the ideas of respect and personal responsibility. When enrolling in NAMC’s training programs, students are expected to uphold and maintain their personal integrity by submitting work that has been independently prepared using NAMC’s copyrighted manuals and resources. The use of any outside assistance, including the unauthorized use of the internet or AI apps like ChatGPT for generating content that is submitted as one’s own work is strictly prohibited. NAMC considers this a violation of academic honesty.

It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the proper procedure for maintaining academic honesty through this policy. You may also seek assistance from Student Services or your personal tutor in understanding the policy and procedures for Academic Honesty.

To support Academic Honesty at NAMC, any work submitted by students may be reviewed for authenticity and originality utilizing software tools and/or third party services.

In submitting their work to NAMC, students consent to their submissions undergoing such review and being retained in a database for comparison with other work submitted by students.

Release of Personal Information

In accordance with Part 4(10)(1)(a) of the Personal Information Protection Act, we hereby notify you that your name and personal identification information, the name of your program of study, and the amount of the Program Tuition Fee paid will be stored for the purpose of maintaining an academic record archive.

Other uses of personal information may include purposes of identification, statistical reporting, determining Program Tuition Fee refund entitlements, measuring program performance, or other requirements. The student’s personal information collected by the institution will only be used for the purpose for which it was originally collected or for a use consistent with that purpose unless the student expressly consents otherwise.

Student Declaration

I hereby make application for the North American Montessori Center’s Montessori Early Childhood Teacher Training Program. The Educational Institution’s full name offering this program is “Cornerstone Montessori Pre-school Ltd.”, d.b.a. North American Montessori Center (NAMC). I understand the Total Payment Due (before any applicable discounts) is $2,760.00 (USD funds). $2,760.00 (CAD funds). $2,760.00 (USD funds). This includes a non-refundable Registration Fee of $325.00, $250.00, $325.00, a Program Tuition Fee of $1,250.00, $1,325.00, $1,250.00, a non-refundable Admin Fee of $100.00 $100.00 $100.00 and a non-refundable Curriculum Resource Fee of $1,085.00. $1,085.00. $1,085.00. Additional Shipping fees apply ($90.00 ($90.00 ($240.00 for the full program shipment or $60.00 $60.00 $115.00 for each of the three installments/shipments). I understand that the program starts immediately upon payment of the Program fees. I understand that I have 10 weeks (for each of the 3 components) to submit my assignments by either mail or email. A single contract cannot exceed 14 months.

NAMC’s diploma programs allow a total of five (5) extensions. I understand that I will have two (2) free extensions during my program. Any additional extensions will be charged at $25.00 $25.00 $25.00 each. I agree that my diploma will not be released until all extension and/or redirection fees are paid.

I understand that NAMC will be communicating by email during my program of study.

I understand that NAMC’s Early Childhood Diploma Program is a part-time, seven-month program.

I understand that the copyrighted NAMC Curriculum Manuals and Resources included with this program are to be used to study and learn NAMC’s diploma program and can be used as a classroom resource for my own personal use after the program. Further, I understand that NAMC does not authorize any person, school, trainer, training center, school, college/university, homeschool organization, or other organization to use any part of NAMC’s copyrighted Curriculum Manuals or Resources as part of a formal or informal training program, course, seminar, session, or any other such study, or to be used to demonstrate or guide another adult to learn the Montessori method (e.g., how to present the activities; how to use the Montessori materials). NAMC does not authorize the use of our Manuals and Resources for any commercial purposes, whether for profit or not-for-profit. In addition, NAMC does not authorize any person to photocopy, duplicate, upload in a digital format, translate, or adapt any part of NAMC’s copyrighted Curriculum Manuals or resources.

I understand that any duty/government/brokerage fees incurred on the program shipment entering my country will be my responsibility to pay. I understand that any duty/government/brokerage fees incurred on the program shipment entering my country will be my responsibility to pay.

I certify that I have read, understood, and agree to the terms and conditions of this Student Enrollment Contract, and I understand that I will receive a signed copy of this contract. I certify the information provided by me on this form is true and accurate and that I am 19 years of age or older.

(If you are under 19 years of age, the signature of your parent or legal guardian must be appended as the responsible party of this agreement. Please print a copy of this form and fax it to 604.576.6638.)

Institution Declaration

NAMC agrees to deliver the program according to the terms of this Student Enrollment Contract. NAMC reserves the right to make minor adjustments to the program curriculum and/or delivery. NAMC acknowledges that the student has met the Admission Requirements for the program of study.