Online Learning Design & Technology Graduate Certificate

AT A GLANCE

18 credits
Transfer exactly 6 credits
All courses available online

TUITION

$514 per credit (in-state)
$659 per credit (out-of-state)
$480 per credit (military)
Other fees may apply

Design and develop innovative online learning experiences for education or business.

Learn how to design, create, and publish effective online courses with an online graduate certificate in learning design and technology from University of Maryland Global Campus. In this program, you’ll apply learning theory, emerging technologies, and contemporary design models to create engaging online learning experiences for education and business. You’ll explore project management for designers, legal issues, and the learning design thinking approach to manage the design cycle. Gain up-to-date, career-focused experience and education on the cutting edge of instructional design.

Courses
Requirements

Total Credits Required: 18

(6 Credits, DCL 600M)
(6 Credits, LDT 610)
(6 Credits, LDT 620)

All courses must be taken in the order listed.
You must complete each course with a grade of B or better to advance to the next course.
The grade of C is not available for these courses.
The courses in this program will have seven-day and 60-day options for the grade of Incomplete.

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These requirements are for students who enroll in the 2022–2023 academic year. For prior year requirements, visit our catalog archive.

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Graduate Certificate Requirements

In addition to the specific course requirements outlined on each certificate webpage, UMGC maintains certain requirements for all certificates.

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Program Highlights

Develop skills and gain knowledge through coursework that draws from the expertise and experience of our respected faculty

Explore Digital Strategies

Design and implement online learning experiences through learning theory.

Sharpen Leadership Skills

Apply project management and learning design techniques, and lead the process.

Implement Technology

Develop and publish engaging multimedia resources.

Analyze Data

Create authentic assessment strategies and visualization models to inform design.

Develop Innovative Ideas

Research, propose, and design an adaptive and personalized online course.

Gain Hands-On Experience

Develop a professional network to continue growth after program completion.

Industry Snapshot

This program is designed to provide you with a broad instructional design framework and technical skills to create engaging online learning experiences for education and business.