Tailored for professionals in higher education, this comprehensive 18-week certification program focuses on equipping participants with skills in instructional design, assessment development, course evaluation, and the utilization of assessment data and feedback for continual course enhancement. Participants will gain skills to design and develop engaging, inclusive, and effective learning experiences while mastering the creation of effective assessments. Furthermore, the program facilitates proficiency in conducting high-quality course reviews utilizing the OSQR rubric and acquiring communication skills essential for effective collaboration with faculty members, ensuring seamless integration of instructional design principles into diverse academic environments to support continuous course improvement.

There are 3 online asynchronous courses. The courses are 6 weeks in length each, and they contain approximately 3 to 5 hours of work each week. The recommended order is Course 1 followed by Course 2 and Course 3. A digital badge will be awarded for the completion of each course and the completion of the overall Certificate Program. 

Spring 2025

·     Course 1: Foundations of Instructional Design February 18 – March 31, 2025

·     Course 2: Equitable Assessment Design and Course Evaluation April 1 – May 12, 2025

·     Course 3: Advanced Instructional Design and Course Enhancement June 3 – July 7, 2025

To find out more or to register, click here: Instructional Design Certificate Program

Note: Yes, the courses have a fee. Keep in mind that the tuition for these courses are eligible to be reimbursed (in part or entirely) through the UUP Individual Development Awards. However, you would need to apply for the IDA and be approved.