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Professional Diploma in Digital Learning Design
Become a certified digital learning design professional specialising in instructional design. Learn to plan, build, and deliver impactful instructional learning experiences online. Guided by expert tutors, explore end-to-end instructional design, delve into immersive learning, and harness the power of AI. Create a digital learning project to underpin your professional portfolio and gain a university credit-rated certification that is recognised and endorsed by industry leaders.
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of employers say they are more likely to hire someone with a DLI certification on their CV.
95%
of students say the DLI course equipped them with the skills they need
98%
of students would recommend DLI to a friend or colleague
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Study options and your learning experience
Flexible, Cohort-Based Learning
Our program combines the flexibility of on-demand learning with the benefits of monthly cohort-based interactions, allowing you to start whenever you're ready and study at your own pace.
- Join a new cohort each month and start anytime.
- Access flexible, self-paced content.
- Engage in optional live classes, tutor support, and community learning.
- Apply skills directly in a career-ready project.
Specialised Learning Pathways
Choose from a range of specialised pathways to tailor your learning journey to your career goals, each offering in-depth skills for digital learning
- Instructional Design: Create impactful multimedia experiences.
- Immersive Learning: Use AR, VR, and new tech.
- Project Management: Lead digital learning projects.
- Accessibility: Design inclusive learning.
- LX Design: Build engaging learning environments.
Upcoming start dates:
Starts 31 Jan 25 – Ends 09 Jun 25
Starts 31 Jan 25 – Ends 09 Jun 25
Digital Learning Design course content
This university credit-rated Professional Diploma in Digital Learning Design course arms you with the know-how, experience, and insights you need to build and deliver all forms of digital learning.
Bundle CPD and gain access to all electives.
To see the full syllabus, download our brochure
Lucy Stubbings
Digital Learning Officer, Frontline
"I would 100% recommend the Professional Diploma in Digital learning Design! It has equipped me with the theoretical undertaking and the technical skills required to ensure the quality of the learning experiences I provide. It covers everything from the foundations of cognitive science and learning theory, to the specifics of e-Learning course design and also contains a wealth of new and curated information."
Understand the options, roles, and processes of digital learning design.
What you'll learn:
Evaluate digital learning methods
Understand key roles in digital learning design
Apply digital learning design models and tools
Put your new skills into practice with a real-world project of your choosing
Working through a series of assignments and challenges, you will build a real digital learning experience that showcases your digital learning design skills, experience, and value. Browse these portfolio projects created by other students.
Kevin Synnott
Instructional Design, LinkedIn“Doing the Professional Diploma in Digital Learning Design definitely helped me get a new job! The course made me feel more confident to say I am an instructional designer and helped frame my career.”
Your fully supported learning journey
We have tailored a best-in-class learning experience to help digital learning professionals reach their full potential. Guided and supported by leaders in the field, you will explore the very latest concepts and tools as you learn what it takes to create and roll out impactful learning.
Job-ready skills
Build your job-ready skills as you get hands-on with all forms of digital learning, including multimedia learning, video, podcasts, micro-learning, and social learning.
Expert course mentors
Your mentors and tutors are all leading experts in instructional design. They guide you through the learning experience and support your practical project work.
Build a professional portfolio
From day one, work on a real-world project where you can apply your new skills and knowledge while building a portfolio to demonstrate your abilities.
Live virtual classrooms and Q&A sessions
Live online classrooms give you the opportunity to connect with your tutor and fellow students for feedback, question and answer sessions, collaboration, and challenges.
Whatever questions you have, we’re here to answer them. Speak to one of our advisors
Certified Digital Learning Professional
Your Program Journey
Digital Learning Institute supports career-long progression. Whether you are completely new to this area or already have a track record in education and learning, we help you achieve your professional goals. Our university credit-rated courses and CPD platform enable you to learn core practical skills, then specialise and maintain your knowledge as you develop your career.
Ongoing support through DLI's Continuous Professional Development Program (CPD)
Throughout these stages, CPD is more than just added support. Our subject matter experts (SMEs) have created in-depth CPD resources, offering you current insights and industry-aligned tools as you progress. With CPD, you’re not just learning—you’re building a sustainable career foundation, gaining the skills and connections to thrive in digital learning.
Is this course for me?
Designed for ambitious professionals, this fully online course combines core modules and specialised pathways to build hands-on digital learning skills. You’ll master essential areas like design, delivery, and assessment, staying current with the latest tools and concepts.
With flexible, self-paced learning, you can tailor the course to your schedule. Join a supportive cohort, access optional live virtual classrooms, toolkits, and mentoring, and connect through community interaction. Throughout, you’ll work on a real-life project, applying your new skills directly to advance your career.
Course Features:
Optional Live Virtual Classrooms
Fast Track Option Available
Student Community
Leading Learning Experience (LX) Platforms
Real-World Design Project
World Class Certification
The Professional Diploma in Digital Learning Design is recognised as the industry-leading certification for aspiring digital learning professionals.
Accredited by global educational institutions, this course equips you with the essential skills to design and deliver impactful digital learning experiences.
Learn from expert mentors, engage in real-world projects, and build a professional portfolio that sets you apart in the job market. Join a vibrant community of learners and accelerate your career with this globally recognised qualification.
Maintain your certification with a CPD Subscription
Maintain your certification
Stay relevant with self-paced microcredentials 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.
The most valuable aspect for me was the toolkits provided. These practical resources were instrumental in my learning process.
Become a Certified Digital Learning Professional
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Flexible Payment Options
Start your course with our 6-month instalment plan! Our flexible payment scheme makes it easier than ever to invest in your future. Enroll now and begin immediately
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Your fellow students deliver best-in-class digital learning at the world’s leading organisations and universities
We’ve helped thousands of students to accelerate rewarding careers in digital learning. See how DLI certification has impacted their careers
Lesley Corridan
The BEST course I have ever done!!! Can’t recommend it enough 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Aaron Willoughby
From completing the Professional Diploma in Digital Learning Design, I have gone from novice in the L&D field, to now where I am able to have conversations with the more experienced team members, challenge ideas and how to bring new ideas to the table
Ruth Huxford
The Professional Diploma in Digital Learning Design has had monumental impact on my life, and that is no exaggeration at all. If I didn’t complete the course I don’t think I would have landed my dream job!
David Mc Pherson
I completed the Professional Diploma in Digital Learning Design and it was the best decision I made in 2022. It was an excellent course with motivational tutors and challenging projects. It allowed me to finally underline and formalise core design skills I had developed over decades of building eLearning Design
Loianna Leal
Excellent! I recently studied the Professional Diploma in Digital Learning Design and now I have acquired invaluable skills. Tutors offered timely feedback, excellent study materials and objective lessons. Excellent content. Very good assessment strategy and great support throughout the course.
Chuleeporn (Gwen) Theppitak
I completed the Professional Diploma in Digital Learning Design and it 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.
Jennifer Tilley
I had a wonderful experience with Digital Learning Institute. The Professional Diploma in Digital Learning Design does exactly what it says on the tin! Each module was set up in a really engaging way and after completing the course in just under 6 months with a Distinction I was able to secure a really great job doing instructional design on the same salary as my teaching job!
Bram Van Damme
Engaging in the Professional Diploma in Digital Learning Design has equipped me with the knowledge and resources necessary to enhance the execution of my current role as a senior learning technologist. Throughout the program, we delved into comprehensive learning and instructional design theories, as well as industry best practices. This newfound expertise empowers me to make more informed recommendations when guiding my colleagues in developing training programs and bolsters my ability to articulate and refine my own ideas with greater precision and effectiveness.
Jami Priessnitz
An excellent experience overall. I loved that theProfessional Diploma in Digital Learning Design allowed me flexibility through the asynchronous design. I could manage my own time and fit it into my schedule, while still being a part of an interactive online community.
Arnold Majcher
I found the experience of studying for the Professional Diploma in Digital Learning Design to be incredibly rewarding and enriching. The course was structured in a way that provided a perfect blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical experience. The instructors were highly knowledgeable and passionate about the subject matter, which made the learning process engaging and inspiring. I appreciated their dedication to helping us succeed.
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Digital Learning Design course content
This university credit-rated Professional Diploma in Digital Learning Design course arms you with the know-how, experience, and insights you need to build and deliver all forms of digital learning.
Bundle CPD and gain access to all electives.
To see the full syllabus, download our brochure
Lucy Stubbings
Digital Learning Officer, Frontline
"I would 100% recommend the Professional Diploma in Digital learning Design! It has equipped me with the theoretical undertaking and the technical skills required to ensure the quality of the learning experiences I provide. It covers everything from the foundations of cognitive science and learning theory, to the specifics of e-Learning course design and also contains a wealth of new and curated information."
Understand the options, roles, and processes of digital learning design.
What you'll learn:
Evaluate digital learning methods
Understand key roles in digital learning design
Apply digital learning design models and tools