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E-Learning Instructional Design and Development Certificate

 

AFFORDABLE | FLEXIBLE | 100% ONLINE + GUIDANCE FROM INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN EXPERTS 

 To address growing demand for online education, Oregon State University's E-Learning Instructional Design and Development Certificate equips participants with the skills to enter - or advance in - the field of instructional design. 

 Developed by Oregon State University's College of Education, this comprehensive program provides you with broad exposure to principles and applications of e-learning. It offers research and practice-based insight into: 

  • Developing effective e-learning courses 
  • Using instructional technology to develop curriculum that motivates and engages the learner 
  • Applying instructional design theories or models and building technical skills that apply to a variety of e-learning settings 

 You will learn proven strategies for designing online instruction in areas to match today’s varied educational and business needs. 

Why Take This Program?

The E-Learning Instructional Design Certificate combines world-class education with industry demands. With the 100% online courses, you will: 

  • Apply instructional design theories, models, and state-of-the-art online tools.
  • Develop practical e-learning courses with critical components aligned to achieve established outcomes.
  • Establish and develop an online portfolio.
  • Receive one-on-one feedback while developing dynamic and engaging online learning courses.
  • Utilize instructional technology to develop a curriculum that motivates and engages the learner.

Program Benefits

After completing this certificate's coursework, you'll be able to lead learning initiatives by designing online courses, programs and blended learning solutions or developing educational solutions for your company.

Graduates of this program are well-positioned to work in a training setting – such as a school district, university, or organization – educating employees or customers. Career examples include, but aren't limited to:

  • E-learning technologist
  • Instructional designer
  • LMS administrator
  • Online training manager
  • Technology integration specialist

Instructional Design Courses

You will learn proven strategies for designing online instruction in areas to match today’s varied educational and business needs. This certificate series includes the following five component courses. Register for the full series or enroll in courses one at a time. 

You must complete all other courses before beginning the E-Learning Practicum. To earn the certificate, all courses must be completed with a grade of C or higher, or a pass.

E-Learning Instructional Design Overview

  • Build relevant, pedagogically sound educational materials and programs for the internet using the latest developments in online educational theories and technology 
  • Integrate a variety of multimedia technology tools to develop engaging, effective e-learning 
  • Apply the components of effective e-learning instructional design, development, implementation and evaluation to creating projects and programs that effectively address learner needs, as well as organizational/business needs and goals 
  • Drive advances in your school or business in the delivery of educational content and improvements in meeting learning outcomes for students and business training needs 
  • Track, measure and evaluate the effectiveness of e-learning training on your personal and business goals 

College Partners

This program is a collaboration between Oregon State University College of Education and Oregon State University Professional and Continuing Education.

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Master's Degree in Learning Design and Technology

Upon completing this E-Learning Certificate, you can apply six units toward the University of San Diego's Master of Science in Learning Design and Technology.
 
The LDT program is fully designed to help you gain the skills, technical knowledge, and hands-on practice needed to achieve what lies ahead. 
 
There's never been a better time to be an instructional designer and the LDT program offers a practical curriculum addressing skills employers are looking for.  The degree program is built with the flexibility for working professionals to earn their master’s degree in just 20 months while working 100% online.
 
Essentially, by completing OSU's E-Learning Certificate, you will have a résumé worthy credential and you'll be closer to completing a full MS degree!
 
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Full Certificate: $2,395
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126 PDU/CEU

E-Learning Course Start Dates

E-Learning Certificate: Designing Effective E-Learning

March 31 - May 11, 2025

E-Learning Certificate: Assessment and Evaluation

Spring 2025
March 31 - May 11, 2025
Summer 2025
August 4 – September 14, 2025

E-Learning Certificate: Developing and Implementing E-Learning

Summer 2025
June 23 – August 3, 2025

E-Learning Certificate: Exploring E-Learning Tools

Winter 2025
February 17 - March 30, 2025
Summer 2025
May 12 – June 22, 2025

E-Learning Certificate: Project Practicum

Summer 2025
May 12 - June 22, 2025

"​I would recommend this certification to all experience levels!

When I was researching programs and certifications in e-learning design, I found the OSU PACE program was a certification I could take while working. Once I began the courses I realized what a great deal the certification is! This program is very applicable and hands on. Theory was provided but then the expectation was to apply it.  The format and community was fabulous and a collaborative spirit was fostered by the instructors.  I learned as much from my peers as the instructors.

I took the certification to pursue a career change and most of the information was entirely new to me.  It was presented very clearly and I felt I received not only the foundations of e-learning design but also applicable skills I could utilize immediately. This certification program has been the best use of my time and money and I have successfully switched careers to a Staff Development Coordinator with the majority of my responsibilities in online curriculum development and design."

Cyndi Stelter

Instructors

Jennifer Wyld

Dr. Jennifer Wyld has been involved in education for over 30 years and has worked with all ages, from preschool to graduate school students. She received a PhD from Oregon State University in Science and Math Education (with an emphasis on Free Choice Learning). For 8 years, she was part of the Synergies research project, a longitudinal study on adolescent STEM interest development.

Laura Boehme, Ph.D.

Laura Boehme, Ph.D., has been teaching in higher education for more than 12 years. Dr. Boehme currently serves as the Chief Information Officer and Chief Human Resources Officer at Central Oregon Community College (COCC). She has also taught for COCC, Oregon State Ecampus, and Purdue University in areas such as business, human resources, computer information systems, ethics, adult learning theory, needs assessment, project management and e-learning design and development. She earned a Master’s in Adult Education and a Ph.D. in Higher Education Leadership, both from Oregon State University. was born in Reno, Nevada. Her family has lived in Bend, Oregon for 20 years, enjoying the beautiful outdoors via biking, running and hiking.

Dr. Boehme is very much an advocate for "constructionist" and “self-directed” models of learning, treating learning as a process of growth, building and becoming (rather than an object to be acquired or transmitted). Her approach typically includes creating a welcoming and engaging learning environment for students to immerse in the learning content, coupled with reflection and sharing to enhance the learning experience. She provides “scaffolding” the learning to aid learners in building foundational skills and competencies, upon which other learning can then be layered as the learner is ready to move to a new level. She looks forwards to partnering with you as your guide and support in our program.





Past Students' Work

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