The benefit of learning together with your friend is that you keep each other accountable and have meaningful discussions about what you're learning.
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Gain the hands-on analytical skills to develop impactful learning solutions
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April 26, 2023
5 months, online
10–15 hours per week
Our participants tell us that taking this program together with their colleagues helps to share common language and accelerate impact.
We hope you find the same. Special pricing is available for groups.
The benefit of learning together with your friend is that you keep each other accountable and have meaningful discussions about what you're learning.
Courtlyn
Promotion and Events SpecialistBased on the information you provided, your team is eligible for a special discount, for Professional Certificate in Instructional Design starting on April 26, 2023 .
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Have questions? Email us at group-enrollments@emeritus.org.Today’s professional development landscape looks radically different than it did a few years ago. Changes effected by the global pandemic have made online learning a mainstay in industry and education, with demand increasing across sectors to train a workforce that is increasingly hybrid or remote. If organizations have learned anything, it’s that successful online instruction requires more than just technology. It requires a well-researched road map and professionals with the knowledge and analytical skills to design learning solutions that can drive impact.
Developed by Emeritus, a world-class leader in online learning, the Professional Certificate in Instructional Design is a one-of-a-kind program that gives participants the opportunity to gain firsthand expertise in the principles and methodologies of the field, preparing them to create high-quality, impactful solutions that help people learn better.
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At Emeritus, instructional design is our forte. Leveraging the knowledge of our instructional design professionals, the Emeritus Instructional Design Institute, and our unique model that blends state-of-the-art technology, curriculum innovation, and hands-on instruction, our programs help individuals learn new skills and make a lasting impact on the greater global community. We are committed to teaching the skills of the future by making high-quality education accessible and affordable.
94 percent of our learners report a positive impact on their career and professional development.
Emeritus's learner base spread across 153 countries, is a testament to the wide-reaching impact of our future-focused programs.
We collaborate with more than 50 top-tier universities across the United States, Europe, Latin America, Southeast Asia, India, and China to make world-class education globally accessible.
Whether you develop instructional materials for an education system or a corporation, this program is designed to help you build a foundation in instructional analytics and design. At the end of this program, you will come away with hands-on skills to create impactful learning solutions that set learners up for success.
This program is ideal for:
This program will help you prepare for the following roles:
Develop the core analytical skills necessary to develop high-impact learning solutions.
Gain real-world insights from Emeritus' own industry experts, who bring first-hand knowledge and organizational best practices to the program.
Create a professional portfolio highlighting a sample of your design work, along with supporting documentation, to share with potential employers.
Learn with a global cohort of instructional design peers who you can source for ideas and networking.
This program is organized into six parts, all focused on the competencies needed to become proficient in designing instructional materials that engage learners and achieve targeted performance outcomes.
Survey the fundamentals of instructional design and learning theory, and understand their applications.
Dive into the key analytical methodologies of instructional design, and learn how to leverage them throughout the design process.
Discover important elements to consider when developing instructional materials, and gain the essentials for piecing a course together.
Develop a thorough understanding of how to execute a course, and learn how to make improvements to create enduring instruction.
Discover the various components needed for production, and gain best practices for communication, collaboration, and more.
Combine the modules you have designed throughout the program into a deliverable course. Then, build out one of your modules using an integrated learning platform, and annotate your process to highlight significant design components.
Success in instructional design requires both hard and soft skills. This program offers you guidance for navigating your career path, from crafting your elevator pitch to perfecting your interview skills. The program support team includes program leaders who help you reach your learning goals. The primary goal is to give you the skills necessary to be prepared for a job in this field; however, job placement is not guaranteed.
Career preparation you will receive in this program includes:
You can join the league of our graduates who work at leading organizations such as:
*Participant experience levels prior to taking our programs may vary.
Dr. Karen Mahon
Senior Director, Global Design, Emeritus Institute of Management
Karen specializes in synthesizing instructional/learning experience design, technology, strategy, and leadership into practical learning solutions. At Emeritus, she leads the instructional design team that is responsible for the end-to-end design and development of online executive programs for a global audience. Additionally, she manages the Learning Excellence team, the Redesign team, and the Design Operations team.
Karen’s responsibilities also include overseeing the implementation of Emeritus’s Content Management System, leading a new course redesign process, and managing the Instructional Design Academy initiative. In addition, she oversees efforts to improve instructional design decision-making through analyses of direct measures of learner performance.
Karen holds a BA in psychology from UC San Diego, an MA and EdD in educational psychology from West Virginia University, and a certificate in product management from UC Berkeley Haas School of Business.
Members of our instructional design team bring additional expertise to the program, including:
Senior Associate Director of Design, Emeritus
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Associate Director of Design, Emeritus
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Senior Manager of Design, Emeritus
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Senior Associate, LMS Design, Emeritus
Course Coach, Emeritus
— Dr. Janet Twyman, Education Innovator, Thought Leader, and Founder, Blast
— Trafford Judd, Head of Global Programs, Revenue Enablement, Asana
— Satang Jow, Head of Learning and Development for R&D, Rapid
— Dr. Richard Kubina, Jr, Director of Research at CentralReach, LLC
Upon satisfying all requirements of this program, Emeritus grants a verified digital certificate of completion in recognition of your success. This program is graded on a pass or fail basis; participants must receive 80 percent to pass and obtain the certificate of completion.
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After reviewing the information on the program landing page, we recommend you submit the short form above to gain access to the program brochure, which includes more in-depth information. If you still have questions on whether this program is a good fit for you, please email learner.success@emeritus.org, and a dedicated program advisor will follow-up with you very shortly.
Some programs do have prerequisites, particularly the more technical ones. This information will be noted on the program landing page, as well as in the program brochure. If you are uncertain about program prerequisites and your capabilities, please email us at the ID mentioned above.
Note that, unless otherwise stated on the program web page, all programs are taught in English and proficiency in English is required.
More than 50 percent of our participants are from outside the United States. Class profiles vary from one cohort to the next, but, generally, our online certificates draw a highly diverse audience in terms of professional experience, industry, and geography — leading to a very rich peer learning and networking experience.
Check back to this program web page or email us to inquire if future program dates or the timeline for future offerings have been confirmed yet.
Each program includes an estimated learner effort per week. This is referenced at the top of the program landing page under the Duration section, as well as in the program brochure, which you can obtain by submitting the short form at the top of this web page.
We have designed this program to fit into your current working life as efficiently as possible. Time will be spent among a variety of activities including:
The program is designed to be highly interactive while also allowing time for self-reflection and to demonstrate an understanding of the core topics through various active learning exercises. Please email us if you need further clarification on program activities.
Peer learning adds substantially to the overall learning experience and is an important part of the program. You can connect and communicate with other participants through our learning platform.
Each program includes an estimated learner effort per week, so you can gauge what will be required before you enroll. This is referenced at the top of the program landing page under the Duration section, as well as in the program brochure, which you can obtain by submitting the short form at the top of this web page. All programs are designed to fit into your working life.
This program is scored as a pass or no-pass; participants must complete the required activities to pass and obtain the certificate of completion. Some programs include a final project submission or other assignments to obtain passing status. This information will be noted in the program brochure. Please email us if you need further clarification on any specific program requirements.
Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a smart digital certificate. The smart digital certificate can be shared with friends, family, schools, or potential employers. You can use it on your cover letter, resume, and/or display it on your LinkedIn profile.
The digital certificate will be sent approximately two weeks after the program, once grading is complete.
No, only verified digital certificates will be issued upon successful completion. This allows you to share your credentials on social platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.
You will have access to the online learning platform and all the videos and program materials for 12 months following the program start date. Access to the learning platform is restricted to registered participants per the terms of agreement.
Participants will need the latest version of their preferred browser to access the learning platform. In addition, Microsoft Office and a PDF viewer are required to access documents, spreadsheets, presentations, PDF files, and transcripts.
Yes, the learning platform is accessed via the internet, and video content is not available for download. However, you can download files of video transcripts, assignment templates, readings, etc. For maximum flexibility, you can access program content from a desktop, laptop, tablet, or mobile device.
Video lectures must be streamed via the internet, and any livestream webinars and office hours will require an internet connection. However, these sessions are always recorded, so you may view them later.
Yes, you can register up until seven days past the published start date of the program without missing any of the core program material or learnings.
The program fee is noted at the top of this program web page and usually referenced in the program brochure as well.
Yes, you can do the bank remittance in the program currency via wire transfer or debit card. Please contact your program advisor, or email us for details.
Yes! Please email us with the details of the program you are interested in, and we will assist you.
Please email us your invoicing requirements and the specific program you’re interested in enrolling in.
Yes, the flexible payment option allows a participant to pay the program fee in installments. This option is made available on the payment page and should be selected before submitting the payment.
Please connect with us via email for assistance.
Flexible payment options available.