Strengthening Digital Learning Skills as a Freelance L&D Leader

“I’ve been in the L&D space for a long time, and I know how to write courses and build curricula but not digitally. I was nervous of it, even a little scared. I made myself go on this course so that I could get over that feeling, stay relevant, and keep up with the new technology and innovation in this space.”

“It was self-study, which meant I could do it around my job and workload. And they were the only ones that offered electives, so I could tailor the program to my needs. I chose AI and podcasting, but you can also use the other units as CPD afterwards. That made it a very easy choice for me.”

“The experience with the course was excellent. You could go at your own pace. There were group sessions where you could talk to other students, see how they were getting on, and realize you weren’t the only one facing challenges. You didn’t feel isolated.”

“The support from the tutors and staff was excellent. I was unwell during the course, and they were so reassuring and professional. They kept me on track and helped me finish. Their feedback was constructive and quick, and it really made the difference.”

“I could really see where everything was coming together. It all started to make sense, and I could see how I’d be able to use it in my work with clients. That was a brilliant moment.”

“You get to choose the unit that’s most useful to your career, but also the one you’re most interested in. That combination was really motivating.”

“I left the job I was in and set out as a consultant. For one of my first clients, I had to create an interactive program for their students from scratch — and I wouldn’t have been able to do that before this course. But I found it quite easy because of what I’d learned through the Digital Learning Institute.”

“I used what I learned to adjust my own website. Before, I would have got somebody else to do that, but now I feel able to do it myself. That’s been really useful.”

“I wouldn’t have done that before; I would have just dived straight in. But now I can map out the whole thing before building it. It helps me structure the project, see where I need input from subject matter experts, and manage the workload. It’s been the most useful skill by far.”

“Now I consider myself a digital learning creator because I’m doing it every day. I’m not sure I would have moved into this space without the course. It’s made me current and given me the confidence to grow in new directions.”

“It gives you really up-to-date knowledge of how to build digital programs. If you want to explore areas like AI or podcasting, you can do that too. There’s something in there for everyone, and you can tailor the course to your goals and interests. It builds both your skills and your confidence. Everyone can learn something new — and that’s what this course gives you.”