The Instructional Design Certificate of Achievement gives students hands-on experience
applying foundational theories to design inclusive learning experiences using a variety
of e-learning tools, artificial intelligence (AI), and multimedia. Students learn
to design human-centered accessible learning spaces that invite connection and caring.
Students come away with a comprehensive portfolio demonstrating their skills in instructional
design, tools, and teamwork, positioning them for new career opportunities in the
field of instructional design.
This program is designed for:
students interested in building an instructional design portfolio to start a new career
current instructional designers looking to upskill
educators who want to apply instructional design principles in the courses they teach
Certificate Highlights:
CTE Advisory Committee & San Diego Regional Consortium approved for industry alignment
and need
Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC)
Short-term, Fully Online classes
Leverages AI
One-year program
Certificate Courses:
EDUC 120: Intro to Human-Centered Instructional Design in the Age of AI (Spring)
EDUC 122: Needs Assessment (Spring)
EDUC 126: Measuring Impact in Instructional Design (Spring)
EDUC 130: Inclusive Content Development (Summer)
EDUC 132: Instructional Videos (Summer)
EDUC 134: E-Learning Tools (Summer)
EDUC 136: AI for Instructional Designers (Summer)
EDUC 124: Training Design (Fall)
EDUC 128: Facilitating Training (Fall)
EDUC 140: Capstone (Fall)
What an exciting time to be an instructional designer! We hope you will join us.