Become an Instructional Designer
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Designed for professionals interested in switching careers, enhancing their career or developing focused competency in instructional design |
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Instructional Design Online Courses
What is the instructional design online course sequence?
EDUC 765 Trends and Issues in Instructional Design 3 gr. credits
begins January 19, 2010
EDUC 766 Instructional Strategies and Assessment Methods 3 gr. credits
begins March 22, 2010
EDUC 767 Designing Computer-Based Training (CBT) 3 gr. credits
begins June 2010
EDUC 768 Project Management for Instructional Development 3 gr. credits
begins June 2010
When you have completed all four online courses, you will receive a certificate from the university, in addition to the graduate credits on your University of Wisconsin-Stout transcript.
You may complete instructional design courses as a non-degree student or as a concentration area in University of Wisconsin-Stout's online Master of Science in Education degree.
How long does it take to complete the instructional design certificate?
You may complete the instructional design certificate in six months if you register for two courses each term. If you enroll in one course per term, you will complete the certificate in twelve months.
Benefits
In this four-course online program, you will learn the skills necessary to develop self-paced e-learning products, print materials, computer-based training, courses, workshops, webinars, orientations and tutorials ... or redesign existing curriculum for just-in-time delivery and electronic performance support systems (EPSS).
- Eight-week online courses
- Apply project management skills to instructional development
- Focus on real-world projects and build your e-portfolio to aid in job searches
- Includes career mentoring
- Taught by currently practicing instructional designers
- Credits may be applied as electives in the Master of Science in Education graduate degree program
What will I learn about instructional development?
The instructional design online courses model best practices in designing effective, technology enhanced instruction, selecting appropriate instructional strategies, developing computer mediated training, and managing multiple instructional development projects and project timelines.
Registration
When can I start and how do I register online?
Register online now to reserve your spot. The next class begins on January 19, 2010. Select university billing, and no payment is due until the spring term begins.
Do I need to apply for admission to the university's graduate program?
We welcome non-degree students. You do not need to apply for graduate admission to the university unless you are beginning the Master of Science in Education degree program at University of Wisconsin-Stout.
When is the registration deadline?
Registration is available until each session is filled or two weeks before the course begins.
Tuition and Financial Aid Options
How much will it cost?
Tuition is the same fee for in-state, out-of-state and international participants.
Tuition is $360 per graduate credit ($1080 per course) for 2009-2010.
Some courses require textbooks and are not included in the tuition fee.
Payment options: e-check, check, money order, employer purchase order, or credit card
Payment option for spring semester:
First payment, 10 percent, due January 29
Second payment, remaining balance, due February 28
Is financial aid available?
Yes, if you are enrolled in the University of Wisconsin-Stout Master of Science in Education degree and enrolled in a minimum of five (5) credits.
Career Opportunities
What can I do with the Instructional Design (ID) Certificate?
You might work as a member of an instructional design team or as a professional development coordinator, instructional designer for textbook or e-learning company, web developer, software consultant or designer, or in continuing education positions working with curriculum development in education, healthcare, museum, nonprofit organization or military settings.
Instructional designers manage instructional development and assume leadership roles in an organization's learning initiatives including:
- software designers and computer support personnel who develop reference materials, documentation, instruction, orientation or customer support tutorials;
- virtual high school teachers, curriculum coordinators, professional development coordinators, and continuing education professionals who want to update or expand their knowledge in curriculum development, assessment, and revitalize their teaching and learning strategies;
- instructional/educational technologists who support educators in redesigning courses;
- health educators pursuing a career in educational or service settings in hospitals,
dental programs, clinics, long term care facilities, retirement/assisted living facilities, in-home healthcare or
other professionals who deliver instruction or continuing education to health professionals including computer-based training;
- continuing education and outreach facilitators in museums, government, professional associations, and nonprofit organizations.
Instructional Design Jobs
Instructional Designer Job Outlook
"According to the ASTD's latest Learning Executives Confidence Index, released in July 2009, nearly 60 percent of professionals within the learning industry expect an increased shift toward online learning and virtual delivery of lessons in the near future."
The US market for self-paced elearning will reach $16.7 billion in 2009
Contact Us
How do I request more information?
Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions
If you have specific questions or need more information about the registration process, request information online. One of our program advisers will email you today or you may phone (715) 232-2253.
Accreditation
University of Wisconsin-Stout is accredited by the Higher Learning
Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges & Schools
(NCA) located at 30 LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602.
Phone: 312-263-0456 or 800/621-7440 fax #312/263-7462.
The School of Education is accredited by state and national organizations.