Fundamentals of Instructional Design +

Fundamentals of Instructional Design +

Elevate your career with our exclusive certificate program designed to revolutionize adult learning experience design. Join the pilot test featuring the first three modules of a comprehensive five-module journey that empowers you with the latest instructional design strategies. In today’s dynamic work environment, research shows that effective training can boost knowledge retention by up to 60% and increase productivity by over 20%.

• Gain in-depth insights into the complete instructional design process.

• Learn to create engaging experiences that drive practical application and lasting impact.

• Acquire hands-on skills with proven, industry-leading strategies and methodologies.

• Collaborate with a vibrant community of industry peers to expand your professional network.

• Develop the expertise to design, develop, and present innovative learning solutions.

Take action now—secure your spot in our pilot program and be at the forefront of transforming training in the modern workplace!

Who should attend?

• New and aspiring instructional designers and trainers

• Professionals looking to expand their skill set

• Professionals who create training content as a part of their job

Session Descriptions  

April 9, 2025 | 9am-12pm | Zoom

Module 1: Introduction to Instructional Design in an Organizational Setting with Marla Turner

• Presented with an organizational need, determine an information gathering strategy to support a needs assessment. 

• When communicating with stakeholders, explain the benefits of conducting a needs assessment. 

• Following a needs assessment, plan how to effectively communicate the conclusions to relevant stakeholders. 

• Summarize the value of an instructional design process and the ADDIE course development process. 

April 10, 2025 | 9am-12pm | Zoom

Module 2: Learner Analysis in Instructional Design with Amanda Otto

• Discuss the benefits and challenges of conducting a needs analysis 

• Define performance gap and root cause analysis

• Discuss the benefits of conducting a learner analysis, and ways to integrate into your training practice. 

• Consider design implications based on your audience. 

• Define behavioral language and learner characteristics. 

• Define and develop a task analysis. 

April 11, 2025 | 9am-12pm | Zoom

Module 3: Objective Driven Course Design with Dr. Suzanne Dunn 

• Describe Bloom’s taxonomy

• Explain why we use Bloom’s taxonomy to turn task statements into learning objectives

• Discuss the three components of effective learning objectives

• Write measurable learning objectives

• Name at least 4 principles of adult learning theory. 

April 11, 2025 | 1pm-230pm | Zoom  (This is a bonus session)

Bonus Module: Presentation Skills with Dr. Erick Darnell

• Guidelines for Presenting

• Presentation Practice

Program Details

• Sessions are held virtually over Zoom. Links to the Zoom meeting are sent prior to each session.

• Because our sessions use all of the interactivity tools available from Zoom, joining the training from a desktop or laptop computer is strongly recommended.

• Enrollment is limited to 20 participants.

• Though this course is offered virtually, it is not a class specific to virtual training or virtual platforms, such as Zoom.

Additional Information

• Online registration is available until April 8, 2025. 

• Groups of 5 or more may receive a 20% discount on pricing.  Contact us to help get registered.

• Discounted registration, at the member rate, is available for our partner organizations (ICF, NSA, ODN, SHRM only).

Recertification Credits

CPLP (estimated 10 hours)

CPLPs earn one recertification point/credit for each physical hour of continuing education within one’s current role/job or involving a new experience or content. You will need to keep records of the event and prepare any paperwork required by National ATD. Visit the CPLP Website for complete information.

HRCI and SHRM

This program may be eligible for self-certification for HRCI and SHRM recertification credits. You will need to keep records of the event and prepare any paperwork required by either HRCI and SHRM. Visit either the HRCI website or SHRM website for more information.

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ATD Capability Model

We have determined that the following Capabilities apply to this program: Learning Sciences, Instructional Design, Training Delivery & Facilitation.