Course Offering
The 5 Academy Modules
Each module is a standalone course with clear learning objectives, practical exercises, and a final test. The modules build on each other – all five must be completed for the certificate.
Foundations of Humanistic Pedagogy
Module 1 of 5 · Entry into the Certification Program
Topics:
- Introduction to Humanistic Values: Dignity, Compassion, Self-Determination
- Confucius, Montessori, Steiner, and Amonashvili at a Glance
- The Child as a Complete Being – A New Image of Man
- Humanistic Pedagogy in Everyday Life – First Steps
- Self-Reflection: My Own Educational Story
Learning Outcomes:
- Name and explain the core values of humanistic pedagogy
- Understand the four pedagogical role models and their contributions
- Reflect on one's own educational attitude
Dealing with Children – Practice & Psychology
Module 2 of 5 · Deepening & Practice
Topics:
- Developmental Psychology: Understanding Children from 0 to 12 Years
- Attachment Theory according to Bowlby – Secure Attachment as a Foundation
- Nonviolent Communication (NVC) in Practice
- Setting Boundaries with Respect – Without Fear and Punishment
- Accompanying Emotions: Anger, Sadness, Fear in Children
- In-person course: Exercises and role-playing
Learning Outcomes:
- Know and classify the developmental phases of children
- Apply NVC basic principles in everyday life
- Accompany children through emotional crises
Didactics & Methodology of Humanistic Education
Module 3 of 5 · Teaching & Designing
Topics:
- Humanistic Teaching Methods: Project Work, Free Work, Creativity
- Learning Space Design – The Classroom as the Third Teacher
- Individual Support: Discovering Strengths, Accompanying Weaknesses
- Assessment without Fear – Alternative Forms of Evaluation
- Art, Music, and Movement as Learning Paths
- In-person course: Lesson planning and practical testing
Learning Outcomes:
- Plan and implement humanistic teaching methods
- Design child-friendly learning spaces
- Know and apply alternative forms of assessment
Values & Community
Module 4 of 5 · School as a Community
Topics:
- Building a humanistic school community
- Parental Work: Parents as Partners, Not as Customers
- Intercultural Competence in Everyday School Life
- Teaching Universal Human Values to Children
- Conflict Resolution in the School Community
- Self-Care for Teachers – Burnout Prevention
Learning Outcomes:
- Build a humanistic school community
- Design appreciative and partnership-based parental work
- Anchor universal values in teaching
Final Course & Certification – Georgia
Module 5 of 5 · International Degree
Topics:
- Final Colloquium: Presentation of the Personal Learning Path
- Final Project: Own Humanistic Educational Concept
- Exam: Theory and Practice of Humanistic Pedagogy
- Meeting with international educators from all over the world
- Ceremonial presentation of certificates by the Humanistic Academy of Georgia
- Admission to the international community of humanistic educators
Learning Outcomes:
- International certificate from the Humanistic Academy of Georgia
- Completed personal educational concept
- Membership in the international community of educators
Our Expertise
Led by Experienced Educators
Our modules are led by Natalia Huber and Marina Chayka, two luminaries of humanistic pedagogy with decades of international experience.
Natalia Huber
President & Founder
Natalia is a direct student of Shalva Amonashvili and founded the Humanistic School in Switzerland. She is the founder and director of the HSS.
Marina Chayka
Pedagogical Director
Marina is an experienced educator and psychologist specializing in early childhood development. She leads the practical implementation of humanistic principles.
Every course helps.
For every booked course and every book sold, the Humanistic School Switzerland & Thailand donates CHF 5 to selected humanitarian projects in Thailand.
"Learning and responsibility go hand in hand. Every course contributes to enabling concrete help on the ground."