Certificate
Part-Time Only
Fall I
Online
About the Instructional Design Certificate at Loyola
Teaching methods and technologies are continuously evolving, giving educators the opportunity to design dynamic, impactful learning experiences for others. If you want to create effective, innovative instructional materials, Loyola University Chicago's Professional Certificate in Instructional Design prepares you with a strong foundation.
Program Structure
The Professional Certificate in Instructional Design is an accelerated program offered in 8-week sessions. Classes are held fully online with synchronous meetings on weekday evenings. The program can be completed in as few as 14 months.
Why Choose Loyola for Your Certificate in Instructional Design
Whether you're interested in developing college courses or online learning modules for businesses and nonprofits, Loyola's certificate in instructional design provides training in the latest best practices and technologies for instruction.
- A flexible format
- A respected institution
- Expert instructional design faculty
- Small class sizes
- Instruction in the latest technologies
- Preparation for further study in instructional design
Balance your studies with your life by earning your instructional design certificate online. By taking one course during each 8-week session, you will be on the path to completing your certificate in instructional design in under two years.
Study instructional design at Loyola's School of Continuing and Professional Studies, which has an impressive history of teaching adult learners like you. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Loyola is regularly ranked among the best colleges by U.S. News & World Report.
Learn from expert and supportive faculty who have worked in instructional design in a range of settings from education to corporate. Our faculty are specialists in online teaching and learning and will help you attain the knowledge and skills for success.
Develop meaningful connections with your professors and classmates through courses capped at 25 students. With an average class size of 10, you are sure to receive the individualized attention you need to excel in your studies at Loyola and beyond.
Learn how to leverage multimedia tools to design courses, deliver content, and improve student learning. You will be exposed to a variety of technologies and multimedia authoring tools used by the experts.
Easily transition into our master's program after earning Loyola's instructional design certification. If you want to pursue further study, your certificate courses can be applied toward our Master of Professional Studies in Instructional Design degree program.
Meet the Faculty
Loyola is proud to have talented and nationally-recognized scholar-teachers as part of our diverse community of exceptional faculty, students and staff. Loyola faculty are known for their commitment to teaching, the dissemination of knowledge through innovative and interdisciplinary scholarly research, and a commitment to social justice and cura personalis, or care for the whole person. Visit the School of Continuing and Professional Studies faculty and staff directory to learn more about the teachers and mentors involved with the Certificate: Instructional Design program.
Faculty and StaffInstructional Design: Career Connections
Your instructional design certification from Loyola prepares you to work in a variety of settings, including schools, higher education institutions, companies and corporations, and museums and other educational nonprofit organizations, to name a few.
Specific job options include:
- Instructional designer
- College instructor
- High school teacher
- Curriculum developer
- Corporate trainer
- Instructional technologist
Because Loyola is a member of the Jesuit network of 27 colleges and universities nationwide, our graduates can access career advising services, resume and interviewing assistance, career fairs and events, and employment listings in our Career Services center, as well as at career centers at other U.S. Jesuit colleges and universities.
Job Outlook
As the demand for blended and online learning experiences grows, so will the demand for instructional designers. The Bureau of Labor Statistics report on training and development specialist positions is a good place to start exploring career opportunities.
Curriculum and Program Outcomes
While courses for the Certificate: Instructional Design program may vary from semester to semester, Loyola’s extensive Academic Catalog will always house the official listing of courses, programs of study, academic policies, degree requirements, and specialization or concentration options.
Additionally, this resource will provide Certificate: Instructional Design learning outcomes, showcasing the commitment to specific skills and growth graduates can expect to achieve following completion of the program.
2023-2024 Catalog
Browse Academic CatalogProfessional Certificate in Instructional Design Results and Skills
Through Loyola's instructional design certificate program, you will improve your teaching by developing a range of skills and abilities in:
- Instructional design
- Student assessment and evaluation
- Instructional tools and technologies usage
- Needs assessment
- Developing instructional materials
- Research and analytics
- Cultural competence
- Project management
Costs, Scholarships, and Aid
Loyola University Chicago is committed to making your return to school a reality. Our Cost & Financial Aid page can help better inform you about the costs and potential funding opportunities through scholarships, loans, and aid for graduate and professional education.
If you are a current Loyola undergraduate or recent alum, you may be eligible for a Returning Rambler discount. Learn more and see if you qualify on our Returning Rambler Scholarship page.
Tuition and Costs
The estimated tuition and fees for the Certificate: Instructional Design totals $13680.00, or 18 credit hours at a cost of $760.00 per credit hour. Please note that tuition and fees for all of Loyola's academic programs are subject to change.
For more detailed information about tuition and fees, and a breakdown of how these costs are calculated on a yearly basis, please visit Tuition and Fees from the Office of the Bursar.
Certificate: Instructional Design Scholarships
For detailed information about tuition, costs, and aid, please visit the SCPS Tuition & Financial Aid page.
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Application Process
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Certificate: Instructional Design are listed below. We encourage you to apply early for priority review. Please note that decisions may take longer during busy periods.
Fall: June 30
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Certificate: Instructional Design include:
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1 Letter of Recommendation
2.5 Minimum GPA
Writing Sample
International Student Requirements
Additional information regarding the application process for international students can be found on the International Student Requirements page.
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