Learning Design and Technology Graduate Certificate

• Foundational instructional design theories, frameworks, and application to develop learning experiences for digital platforms, including project-planning, content expertise, communication, writing, and technology.
• Understanding of pertinent technology, programs, and methods, including interactive media, video, editing, digital design, and digital narrative.
• Knowledge in focused topic areas, such as website development, web programming, and content management systems site development.

To meet the requirements for the certificate, you must:

• Complete the four certificate courses for graduate credit.
• Earn at least a B grade in each course.
• Complete the courses within three years.

Learn more about pursuing a certificate and the process of requesting your certificate.

Certificate Courses

The professional graduate certificate in Learning Design and Technology requires four courses:

• Foundations course (choose one course from select group)
• Technology for Education course (choose one course from select group)
• Elective course (choose one course from select group)
• Application of knowledge and skills course (choose one course from select group; this is your final certificate course)

Ready to take the next step?

You can enroll in your first course in the:

• Spring
• Summer
• Fall

See the schedules in the academic calendar.

Search For Courses

To find certificate courses in the DCE Course Search and Registration Platform:

• Under Search Classes, scroll to Harvard Extension Degree, Certificate, and Premedical Course Search.
• Select Graduate Certificates.
• Choose Learning Design and Technology Graduate Certificate to explore program courses.

Affordability is core to our mission. When compared to our continuing education peers, it’s a fraction of the cost.