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Montessori Teacher Certification (3-6 Years Old)</h5><div class="type__BodyText-uvd6su-6 mjZJM">A unique and comprehensive approach to learning about how the Montessori Method came to be, how to practice it, and the science that informs the way it functions in real-life classrooms today. Designed for experienced educators looking to earn a Montessori Teacher Certification from a MACTE-accredited institution and to those beginning their careers in Montessori education, specializing in the 3 to 6 age range.</div></div><div class="hidden lg:block"><h4 class="type__H400-uvd6su-3 cifvRg text-black mb-2">Children's House Montessori Teacher Certification (3-6 Years Old)</h4><div class="type__BodyText-uvd6su-6">A unique and comprehensive approach to learning about how the Montessori Method came to be, how to practice it, and the science that informs the way it functions in real-life classrooms today. Designed for experienced educators looking to earn a Montessori Teacher Certification from a MACTE-accredited institution and to those b
161eginning their careers in Montessori education, specializing in the 3 to 6 age range.<ul class="LargeCourses__Features-nf31ox-1 iBKUTg"><li class="LargeCourses__Feature-nf31ox-0 dVXKFS">Customized learning plans that specialize in different age-groups of children honing in on exactly what they need and how to provide it at each stage in their development. </li><li class="LargeCourses__Feature-nf31ox-0 dVXKFS">Explore tuition, payment plans, financial aid, and on-the-job offerings</li><li class="LargeCourses__Feature-nf31ox-0 dVXKFS">Certification from a MACTE-accredited institution - Learn more at www.macte.org</li></ul></div></div></div><div class="flex flex-col lg:flex-row items-center justify-between p-4 lg:p-6 border-t border-solid border-gray100"><div class="flex lg:grid lg:grid-flow-col lg:gap-x-6 flex-1 mb-6 lg:mb-0 pr-0 lg:pr-6 flex-wrap justify-around lg:justify-start"><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto mb-4"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ 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Designed for experienced educators looking to earn a Montessori Teacher Diploma from a MACTE-accredited institution and to those beginning their careers in Montessori education, specializing in the 12 to 18 age range.</div></div><div class="hidden lg:block"><h4 class="type__H400-uvd6su-3 cifvRg text-black mb-2">Adolescent Montessori Teacher Diploma (12-18 years old)</h4><div class="type__BodyText-uvd6su-6">A unique and comprehensive approach to learning about how the Montessori Method came to be, how to practice it, and the science that informs the way it functions in real-life classrooms today. 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Do you want to explore new strategies to support the young people in your life? Whatever your motivation for being here, you are in the right place. This free course, hosted on the Udemy platform, is an introduction to raising capable, independent children in todayâs world.</div></div><div class="hidden lg:block"><h4 class="type__H400-uvd6su-3 cifvRg text-black mb-2">How Montessori Education Works</h4><div class="type__BodyText-uvd6su-6">Are you curious how Montessori education works? Do you want to explore new strategies to support the young people in your life? Whatever your motivation for being here, you are in the right place. This free course, hosted on the Udemy platform, is an introduction to raising capable, independent children in todayâs world.</div></div></div><div class="flex flex-col lg:flex-row items-center justify-between p-4 lg:p-6 border-t border-solid border-gray100"><div class="flex lg:grid lg:grid-flow-col lg:gap-x-6 flex-1 mb-6 lg:mb-0 pr-0 lg:pr-6 flex-wrap justify-around lg:justify-start"><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto mb-4"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ text-gray600">Cost</div><div class="LargeCourses___StyledDiv-nf31ox-3 fIDgqr text-black" title="Free">Free</div></div><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto mb-4"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ text-gray600">Length</div><div class="LargeCourses___StyledDiv-nf31ox-3 fIDgqr text-black" title="1.75 hours">1.75 hours</div></div><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto mb-4"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ text-gray600">
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Bring Montessori into the home with this introductory course for parents and caregivers currently designing learning experiences for children in their own homes. This course will guide and orient you to craft full days of meaningful work for children ages 0-6.</div></div><div class="hidden lg:block"><h4 class="type__H400-uvd6su-3 cifvRg text-black mb-2">Montessori in the Home</h4><div class="type__BodyText-uvd6su-6">Our most popular course. Bring Montessori into the home with this introductory course for parents and caregivers currently designing learning experiences for children in their own homes. This course will guide and orient you to craft full days of meaningful work for children ages 0-6.<ul class="LargeCourses__Features-nf31ox-1 iBKUTg"><li class="LargeCourses__Feature-nf31ox-0 dVXKFS">Completely self-paced </li><li class="LargeCourses__Feature-nf31ox-0 dVXKFS">Access to extensive resources</li><li class="LargeCourses__Feature-nf31ox-0 dVXKFS">Direct job placement opportunities for caregivers interested </li></ul></div></div></div><div class="flex flex-col lg:flex-row items-center justify-between p-4 lg:p-6 border-t border-solid border-gray100"><div class="flex lg:grid lg:grid-flow-col lg:gap-x-6 flex-1 mb-6 lg:mb-0 pr-0 lg:pr-6 flex-wrap justify-around lg:justify-start"><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto mb-4"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ text-gray600">Price</div><div class="LargeCourses___StyledDiv-nf31ox-3 fIDgqr text-black" title="$49">$49</div></div><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto mb-4"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ text-gray600">Location</div><div 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Well before the active toilet learning process, you can start preparing for the process by using diaper changing time to connect with the child, communicate clearly, create consistent routines, and involve the child as much as possible. </div></div><div class="hidden lg:block"><h4 class="type__H400-uvd6su-3 cifvRg text-black mb-2">Toilet Learning</h4><div class="type__BodyText-uvd6su-6">Using the toilet is one of the most important ways toddlers work toward independence. Well before the active toilet learning process, you can start preparing for the process by using diaper changing time to connect with the child, communicate clearly, create consistent routines, and involve the child as much as possible. <ul class="LargeCourses__Features-nf31ox-1 iBKUTg"><li class="LargeCourses__Feature-nf31ox-0 dVXKFS">Montessori approach to toilet learning</li><li class="LargeCourses__Feature-nf31ox-0 dVXKFS">Gift of a 63-page toilet learning eBook</li><li class="LargeCourses__Feature-nf31ox-0 dVXKFS">Direct access to experienced educators on this topic</li></ul></div></div></div><div class="flex flex-col lg:flex-row items-center justify-between p-4 lg:p-6 border-t border-solid border-gray100"><div class="flex lg:grid lg:grid-flow-col lg:gap-x-6 flex-1 mb-6 lg:mb-0 pr-0 lg:pr-6 flex-wrap justify-around lg:justify-start"><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto mb-4"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ text-gray600">Price</div><div class="LargeCourses___StyledDiv-nf31ox-3 fIDgqr text-black" title="$35">$35</div></div><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto mb-4"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ text-gray600">Location</div><div class="LargeCourses___StyledDiv-nf31ox-3 fIDgqr text-black" title="On-Demand">On-Demand</div></div><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto mb-4"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ text-gray600">Length</div><div class="LargeCourses___StyledDiv-nf31ox-3 fIDgqr text-black" title="90 minutes">90 minutes</div></div><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ text-gray600">Group</div><div class="LargeCourses___StyledDiv2-nf31ox-4 dgfZDW text-black" title="Ages 0-3">Ages<!-- --> <!-- -->0-3</div></div></div><div class="lg:hidden w-full"><a href="/programs/toilet-learning" class="Button__BaseButton-sc-1f284zj-0 Button__ButtonAsLink-sc-1f284zj-1 ezlQye jrsqRz">Learn More</a></div><div class="hidden lg:block"><a href="/programs/toilet-learning" class="Button__BaseButton-sc-1f284zj-0 Button__ButtonAsLink-sc-1f284zj-1 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style="position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%;object-fit:cover;object-position:center" loading="lazy"/></noscript></span></div><div class="w-full text-center lg:text-left border border-solid border-gray100"><div class="p-4 lg:p-6"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" fill="none" height="32" width="32" viewBox="0 0 32 32" class="mx-auto lg:mx-0 mt-4 lg:mt-4 mb-6"><circle cx="16" cy="16" r="16" fill="#5EA8D2"></circle></svg><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ">How to tell a child what to do, not what not to do</div><div class="lg:hidden"><h5 class="type__H500-uvd6su-4 qmPye text-black mb-2">Positive Phrasing</h5><div class="type__BodyText-uvd6su-6 mjZJM">Young children are in a sensitive pe
161riod for language, which means they are keenly aware of not only what we say, but also how we say it. Positive phrasing is the art of brief and true statements that tell a young child what to do, instead of what not to do. In this session, we will focus on key principles for positive phrasing in Montessori communities, and how its role is effective classroom leadership. </div></div><div class="hidden lg:block"><h4 class="type__H400-uvd6su-3 cifvRg text-black mb-2">Positive Phrasing</h4><div class="type__BodyText-uvd6su-6">Young children are in a sensitive period for language, which means they are keenly aware of not only what we say, but also how we say it. Positive phrasing is the art of brief and true statements that tell a young child what to do, instead of what not to do. In this session, we will focus on key principles for positive phrasing in Montessori communities, and how its role is effective classroom leadership. <ul class="LargeCourses__Features-nf31ox-1 iBKUTg"><li class="LargeCourses__Feature-nf31ox-0 dVXKFS">Learn how to tell a child what to do, not what not to do</li><li class="LargeCourses__Feature-nf31ox-0 dVXKFS">Get practical tips and best practices from experienced educators</li><li class="LargeCourses__Feature-nf31ox-0 dVXKFS">Connect and discuss with other educators and caregivers like you</li></ul></div></div></div><div class="flex flex-col lg:flex-row items-center justify-between p-4 lg:p-6 border-t border-solid border-gray100"><div class="flex lg:grid lg:grid-flow-col lg:gap-x-6 flex-1 mb-6 lg:mb-0 pr-0 lg:pr-6 flex-wrap justify-around lg:justify-start"><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto mb-4"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ text-gray600">Price</div><div class="LargeCourses___StyledDiv-nf31ox-3 fIDgqr text-black" title="$35">$35</div></div><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto mb-4"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ text-gray600">Location</div><div class="LargeCourses___StyledDiv-nf31ox-3 fIDgqr text-black" title="On Demand">On Demand</div></div><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto mb-4"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ text-gray600">Length</div><div class="LargeCourses___StyledDiv-nf31ox-3 fIDgqr text-black" title="90 minutes">90 minutes</div></div><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ text-gray600">Group</div><div class="LargeCourses___StyledDiv2-nf31ox-4 dgfZDW text-black" title="Ages 0-3, Ages 3-6">Ages<!-- --> <!-- -->0-6</div></div></div><div class="lg:hidden w-full"><a href="/programs/positive-phrasing" class="Button__BaseButton-sc-1f284zj-0 Button__ButtonAsLink-sc-1f284zj-1 ezlQye jrsqRz">Learn More</a></div><div class="hidden lg:block"><a href="/programs/positive-phrasing" class="Button__BaseButton-sc-1f284zj-0 Button__ButtonAsLink-sc-1f284zj-1 llFvVI 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In this session we will discuss how we
161can support this natural process within the child, including control of movement, self-care routines, care of the environment, basic communication, and social interactions.</div></div><div class="hidden lg:block"><h4 class="type__H400-uvd6su-3 cifvRg text-black mb-2">Independence for Toddlers</h4><div class="type__BodyText-uvd6su-6">Independence is at the heart of Montessori education, deeply shaping our pedagogy. In this session we will discuss how we can support this natural process within the child, including control of movement, self-care routines, care of the environment, basic communication, and social interactions.<ul class="LargeCourses__Features-nf31ox-1 iBKUTg"><li class="LargeCourses__Feature-nf31ox-0 dVXKFS">Gain new perspectives on toddlerhood</li><li class="LargeCourses__Feature-nf31ox-0 dVXKFS">Learn practical ways to support toddlers to become more independent</li><li class="LargeCourses__Feature-nf31ox-0 dVXKFS">Direct access to experienced educators on this topic</li></ul></div></div></div><div class="flex flex-col lg:flex-row items-center justify-between p-4 lg:p-6 border-t border-solid border-gray100"><div class="flex lg:grid lg:grid-flow-col lg:gap-x-6 flex-1 mb-6 lg:mb-0 pr-0 lg:pr-6 flex-wrap justify-around lg:justify-start"><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto mb-4"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ text-gray600">Price</div><div class="LargeCourses___StyledDiv-nf31ox-3 fIDgqr text-black" title="$35">$35</div></div><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto mb-4"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ text-gray600">Location</div><div class="LargeCourses___StyledDiv-nf31ox-3 fIDgqr text-black" title="On Demand">On Demand</div></div><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto mb-4"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ text-gray600">Length</div><div class="LargeCourses___StyledDiv-nf31ox-3 fIDgqr text-black" title="90 minutes">90 minutes</div></div><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ text-gray600">Group</div><div class="LargeCourses___StyledDiv2-nf31ox-4 dgfZDW text-black" title="Ages 0-3, Ages 3-6">Ages<!-- --> <!-- -->0-6</div></div></div><div class="lg:hidden w-full"><a href="/programs/independence-for-toddlers" class="Button__BaseButton-sc-1f284zj-0 Button__ButtonAsLink-sc-1f284zj-1 ezlQye jrsqRz">Learn More</a></div><div class="hidden lg:block"><a href="/programs/independence-for-toddlers" class="Button__BaseButton-sc-1f284zj-0 Button__ButtonAsLink-sc-1f284zj-1 llFvVI jrsqRz">Learn More</a></div></div></div></div><div class="lg:flex shadow-lg"><div class="relative h-48 md:h-96 lg:h-auto lg:w-4/12 flex-shrink-0 bg-roseHighlight"><span style="box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0"><img alt="On-Demand Courses " src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" decoding="async" data-nimg="fill" style="position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%;object-fit:cover;object-position:center"/><noscript><img alt="On-Demand Courses " sizes="100vw" srcSet="/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.sanity.io%2Fimages%2Flt25typ3%2Fproduction%2F1824022aaf45d65558a425f7639523a897a30375-1492x996.png%3Fw%3D2000%26q%3D100%26auto%3Dformat&w=640&q=75 640w, /_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.sanity.io%2Fimages%2Flt25typ3%2Fproduction%2F1824022aaf45d65558a425f7639523a897a30375-1492x996.png%3Fw%3D2000%26q%3D100%26auto%3Dformat&w=750&q=75 750w, /_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.sanity.io%2Fimages%2Flt25typ3%2Fproduction%2F1824022aaf45d65558a425f7639523a897a30375-1492x996.png%3Fw%3D2000%26q%3D100%26auto%3Dformat&w=828&q=75 828w, /_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.sanity.io%2Fimages%2Flt25typ3%2Fproduction%2F1824022aaf45d65558a425f7639523a897a30375-1492x996.png%3Fw%3D2000%26q%3D100%26auto%3Dformat&w=1080&q=75 1080w, /_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.sanity.io%2Fimages%2Flt25typ3%2Fproduction%2F1824022aaf45d65558a425f7639523a897a30375-1492x996.png
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However, it is your calling and responsibility to seek that understanding and help the child forward on his path to development. Observation will be the key methodology that you will use on this quest. In this session, we will learn how observation is at the heart of the Montessori pedagogy and how it can be used to troubleshoot many individual issues that will arise in your classroom daily.</div></div><div class="hidden lg:block"><h4 class="type__H400-uvd6su-3 cifvRg text-black mb-2">Observation Principles</h4><div class="type__BodyText-uvd6su-6">In your career, you will run across children that seem to defy understanding. However, it is your calling and responsibility to seek that understanding and help the child forward on his path to development. Observation will be the key methodology that you will use on this quest. In this session, we will learn how observation is at the heart of the Montessori pedagogy and how it can be used to troubleshoot many individual issues that will arise in your classroom daily.<ul class="LargeCourses__Features-nf31ox-1 iBKUTg"><li class="LargeCourses__Feature-nf31ox-0 dVXKFS">Understand the key methodology of the Montessori pedagogy</li><li class="LargeCourses__Feature-nf31ox-0 dVXKFS">Step by step guidance and practical tips on how to observe </li><li class="LargeCourses__Feature-nf31ox-0 dVXKFS">Discuss real life examples with experienced educators </li></ul></div></div></div><div class="flex flex-col lg:flex-row items-center justify-between p-4 lg:p-6 border-t border-solid border-gray100"><div class="flex lg:grid lg:grid-flow-col lg:gap-x-6 flex-1 mb-6 lg:mb-0 pr-0 lg:pr-6 flex-wrap justify-around lg:justify-start"><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto mb-4"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ text-gray600">Price</div><div class="LargeCourses___StyledDiv-nf31ox-3 fIDgqr text-black" title="$35">$35</div></div><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto mb-4"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ text-gray600">Location</div><div class="LargeCourses___StyledDiv-nf31ox-3 fIDgqr text-black" title="On Demand">On Demand</div></div><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto mb-4"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ text-gray600">Length</div><div class="LargeCourses___StyledDiv-nf31ox-3 fIDgqr text-black" title="90 minutes">90 minutes</div></div><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ text-gray600">Group</div><div class="LargeCourses___StyledDiv2-nf31ox-4 dgfZDW text-black" title="Ages 0-3, Ages 3-6, Ages 6-12, Ages 12-18">Ages<!-- --> <!-- -->0-18</div></div></div><div class="lg:hidden w-full"><a href="/programs/observation-principles" class="Button__BaseButton-sc-1f284zj-0 Button__ButtonAsLink-sc-1f284zj-1 ezlQye jrsqRz">Learn More</a></div><div class="hidden lg:block"><a href="/programs/observation-principles" 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This comprehensive seminar series explains what it takes to orchestrate a vibrant Montessori classroom so that it provides children with the knowledge and skills they need to confidently accomplish anything. You will discover how a Montessori classroom functions, how the methodology was developed, and how each aspect of the classroom works together in harmony. </div></div><div class="hidden lg:block"><h4 class="type__H400-uvd6su-3 cifvRg text-black mb-2">Montessori Foundational Studies Seminars</h4><div class="type__BodyText-uvd6su-6">A Montessori classroom functions in a beautifully designed manner. This comprehensive seminar series explains what it takes to orchestrate a vibrant Montessori classroom so that it provides children with the knowledge and skills they need to confidently accomplish anything. You will discover how a Montessori classroom functions, how the methodology was developed, and how each aspect of the classroom works together in harmony. <ul class="LargeCourses__Features-nf31ox-1 iBKUTg"><li class="LargeCourses__Feature-nf31ox-0 dVXKFS">Gain solid understanding and foundation in Montessori pedagogy</li><li class="LargeCourses__Feature-nf31ox-0 dVXKFS">Learn the full scope and sequence of the Montessori curriculum</li><li class="LargeCourses__Feature-nf31ox-0 dVXKFS">Understand key concepts and tactics in how to manage a Montessori classroom</li></ul></div></div></div><div class="flex flex-col lg:flex-row items-center justify-between p-4 lg:p-6 border-t border-solid border-gray100"><div class="flex lg:grid lg:grid-flow-col lg:gap-x-6 flex-1 mb-6 lg:mb-0 pr-0 lg:pr-6 flex-wrap justify-around lg:justify-start"><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto mb-4"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ text-gray600">Price</div><div class="LargeCourses___StyledDiv-nf31ox-3 fIDgqr text-black" title="$995">$995</div></div><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto mb-4"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ text-gray600">Location</div><div class="LargeCourses___StyledDiv-nf31ox-3 fIDgqr text-black" title="Online - Live ">Online - Live </div></div><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto mb-4"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ text-gray600">Length</div><div class="LargeCourses___StyledDiv-nf31ox-3 fIDgqr text-black" title="12 weeks">12 weeks</div></div><div class="w-1/2 lg:w-auto"><div class="type__Eyebrow-uvd6su-7 gdUbQJ text-gray600">Group</div><div class="LargeCourses___StyledDiv2-nf31ox-4 dgfZDW text-black" title="Ages 0-3, Ages 3-6">Ages<!-- --> <!-- -->0-6</div></div></div><div class="lg:hidden w-full"><a href="/programs/montessori-foundational-studies" class="Button__BaseButton-sc-1f284zj-0 Button__ButtonAsLink-sc-1f284zj-1 ezlQye jrsqRz">Learn More</a></div><div class="hidden lg:block"><a href="/programs/montessori-foundational-studies" class="Button__BaseButton-sc-1f284zj-0 Button__ButtonAsLink-sc-1f284zj-1 llFvVI jrsqRz">Learn More</a></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="lg:container lg:mx-auto py-12"><div class="px-6 text-center w-full lg:w-6/12 lg:mx-auto"><div class="lg:hidden"><h3 class="type__H300-uvd6su-2 lhXQCK text-black mb-4">Start Your Journey with Us</h3></div><div class="hidden lg:block"><h2 class="type__H200-uvd6su-1 iiasNk text-black mb-16">Start Your Journey with Us</h2></div></div><div class="relative flex flex-col space-y-10 mx-6 lg:mx-0 lg:flex-row lg:space-x-6 lg:space-y-0"><div class="flex flex-col items-center w-full z-10 text-center"><div class="flex items-center justify-center h-20 w-20 mb-4 rounded-full text-white bg-monteCarlo"><svg width="30" height="22.702702702702705" viewBox="0 0 37 28" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path fill-rule="evenodd" clip-rule="evenodd" d="M33.7658 0.505859H2.26575C1.66901 0.505859 1.09671 0.742913 0.674756 1.16487C0.252799 1.58683 0.0157459 2.15912 0.0157459 2.75586V4.45551C0.0157575 4.80493 0.0971484 5.14954 0.253469 5.46203C0.40979 5.77453 0.636744 6.04633 0.916346 6.25588L16.6673 18.0613C17.0565 18.3535 17.5301 18.5115 18.0168 18.5115C18.5035 18.5115 18.977 18.3535 19.3662 18.0613L35.1151 6.25723C35.3946 6.04764 35.6215 5.77583 35.7778 5.46334C35.9341 5.15085 36.0155 4.80626 36.0155 4.45686V2.75586C36.0155 2.15916 35.7785 1.5869 35.3566 1.16495C34.9347 0.742999 34.3625 0.505919 33.7658
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