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Why certification matters

Establish professional credibility with a certification that validates your knowledge and demonstrates your commitment to continued professional development in an ever-evolving industry. A designation from the Digital Learning Institute sets you apart in a competitive landscape – demonstrating that you possess the theoretical understanding and practical skills to deliver innovative and effective digital learning experiences.

  • Professional and academic accreditation aligned  with national and international qualification frameworks

  • Increases earning potential and boosts your CV with a designation that employers trust

  • Distinguishes you as an industry leader with their finger on the pulse

Meaningful

I can't begin to measure the impact of being certified has had on both myself and my employer. The diploma has greatly bolstered my confidence and credibility. With it behind me, I now feel that I truly know my field, and I'm confident it will propel my career even further.

Jacinta Traenor - Learning Specialist, SIXT

Jacinta Traenor - Learning Specialist, SIXT

Motivational

Being certified helped me stand out from other candidates in a job interview as I was able to showcase my skills. It has changed my life, I now have my dream job and live somewhere new!

Rebecca Jones - Digital Learning Developer, Durham University

Rebecca Jones - Digital Learning Developer, Durham University

Transformational

Completing the certification from day one has made me a better teacher! I am now more confident in my design and I have also been able to save time as now I have learnt all the shortcuts and learned how to create amazing resources for my learners.

Suzanne Yarker Further Education Teacher and Assistant Principle, Pearse College of Further Education

Suzanne Yarker Further Education Teacher and Assistant Principle, Pearse College of Further Education

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Choose the approach to certification that fits with your career goals

Certified Digital Learning

Associate

CDLA

What's Involved?

Explore the fundamentals of digital learning design. Gain an understanding of the principles and concepts used in instructional design. Discover the main tools and blueprints used to design, build, and roll out high-quality online learning experiences.

  • Understand the digital learning design process

  • Design your own eLearning resource and develop a prototype for it





Who is it for?

For those who simply need knowledge of the subject, becoming a Certified Digital Learning Associate arms you with a solid foundation in digital learning design fundamentals. 

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Certified Digital Learning

Professional

CDLP

What's Involved?

Acquire the know-how, experience, and insights you need to implement all forms of digital learning. Learn to plan, build, and deliver impactful educational experiences online.



  • Define standards and best practice in digital learning

  • Plan and execute a digital learning rollout that showcases your digital learning design skills, experience, and value


Who is it for?

For digital learning practitioners, or those wanting to break into the field, attaining Certified Digital Learning Professional accreditation validates your skills in building, accrediting and deploying end-to-end instructional design.

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Certified Digital Learning

Specialist

CDLS

What's Involved?

Embark on a transformative journey to revolutionise and refine your digital learning expertise. Future-proof your career  as you explore how to offer personalised and adaptive learning experiences.



  • Empowers you with the authority to create and deploy groundbreaking digital learning experiences in any context

  • Establish ethical policies, guidelines and evaluations of learning design in your workplace


Who is it for?

Once you’ve mastered the core principles, becoming a Certified Digital Learning Specialist in sought-after disciplines such as accessible design, immersive learning, and AI for learning, confers deepened knowledge and expertise.

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Stay relevant with self-paced micro-credentials to bolster your learning and your professional profile.

Access 33% more learning content

CPD subscribers get access to all elective modules on the Professional Diploma, maximizing learning from day one

Keep your skills fresh

Access weekly expert live learning events, and best-practice toolkits and blueprints whenever you need them

A vibrant peer community

Work on projects with your peers in our immersive learning lab. Connect through live online meetups and a specialist forum.

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Still to this day after graduating 10 months ago I am constantly using the toolkits from the Digital Learning Institute to make sure I am making the best design process.

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Nix Holland

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Linda Alley

Linda Alley

The flexibility of the asynchronous option was great for me as I have a baby at home. I could work through the modules at my own pace but still felt supported through the community forum & Zoom drop-in sessions. The project was a really practical and valuable learning experience. Being able to showcase what I’d done helped me to find a new job not long after finishing the course.

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Karen Jones

I've learnt so much and I'm able to apply the knowledge and skills everyday in my role. At age 45, I'm proof that it's never too late to learn!

Zoë Leaton

Zoë Leaton

The Professional Diploma in Digital Learning Design was, without a doubt, the best course I have taken, and I have learned so much from my tutors, John Kilroy and Eva Kilar-Magdziarz. The support given was truly amazing throughout my incredible learning journey, I really didn’t want it to end…

Jami Pressnitz

Jami Pressnitz

In an extremely challenging year, completing the Professional Diploma in Digital Learning Design is an accomplishment I will share far and wide! I learned so much through this course and it excites me hugely to be working in Learning and Development as well as digital technology.

Aisling Killilea

Aisling Killilea

Completing the Professional Diploma in Digital Learning Design was a great opportunity to build on my existing knowledge by exploring diverse learning frameworks, inclusive design, immersive experiences, and AI for digital learning. I'm looking forward to building on my new insights and enriched expertise.

Róisín Smyth

Róisín Smyth

The Professional Diploma in Digital Learning Design was a fantastic programme that has taught me so much and provided such valuable insights. A lot of hard work, time and creativity has gone into this in the past 7 months and I'm so proud to have received a distinction in my final grade. I look forward to bringing my learning to life as I continue to carve out my career for the future.

Chuleeporn (Gwen) Theppitak

Chuleeporn (Gwen) Theppitak

In a world where instructional design and eLearning trends are rapidly on the rise, I am thrilled to have delved into this dynamic field and expanded my skillset with the Professional Diploma in Digital Learning Design. This 6-month comprehensive diploma program has been instrumental in helping me understand the intricacies of instructional design in a systematic manner. The inclusion of project-based work has enabled me to translate theory into practice by creating captivating eLearning courses. Most importantly, the program introduced me to the latest tools and technologies that are shaping the eLearning landscape. I was able to revisit and reinforce my understanding of learning theories and apply them effectively to design engaging educational content.

Mary Anne Culhane

Mary Anne Culhane

After completing the Professional Diploma in Digital Learning Design, I've significantly enhanced my practical skills in crafting engaging learning experiences. This program perfectly blends theory with hands-on application, delving deep into impactful learning models like ADDIE and introducing the importance of learner personas and effective design principles. It's a game-changer for anyone looking to elevate their expertise in educational technology. I highly recommend it for its practicality and pedagogically sound approach!

Jacinta Traenor

Jacinta Traenor

I can't begin to measure the impact of the Professional Diploma in Digital Learning Design on both myself and my employer. The diploma has greatly bolstered my confidence and credibility. With it behind me, I now feel that I truly know my field, and I'm confident it will propel my career even further.

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