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Instructional Design Courses

Instructional design courses can help you learn curriculum development, assessment strategies, and learner engagement techniques. You can build skills in creating effective learning experiences, utilizing multimedia resources, and evaluating instructional effectiveness. Many courses introduce tools like Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, and learning management systems, which support the design and delivery of educational content.


Popular Instructional Design Courses and Certifications


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    University of Michigan

    Introduction to User Experience Principles and Processes

    Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, User Experience, User Centered Design, Interaction Design, Prototyping, Usability Testing, Usability, Design Thinking, Human Computer Interaction, Human Factors, User Interface (UI) Design, Ideation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Import/Export, Microsoft Excel, Problem Solving, Computer Programming, Spreadsheet Software, Simulations, Code Review, Algorithms, UI Components, Debugging, Data Management, User Interface (UI), File I/O, Data Cleansing, Automation, Data Validation

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    FPGA Design for Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Design, Verification And Validation, Electronic Systems, Embedded Systems, Electronics Engineering, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Systems Design, Software Design, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, System Design and Implementation, Computer Architecture, Eclipse (Software), Computational Logic, Hardware Architecture, Software Development, Computer Engineering

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    3ds Max Interior Design: Model, Arrange & Refine

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Autodesk, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Simulations

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Presenting The Estimate

    Skills you'll gain: Construction Estimating, Cost Estimation, Building Information Modeling, Project Estimation, Project Risk Management, Cost Management, Project Controls, Risk Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Bidding, Architecture and Construction, Value Engineering, Project Design, Presentations, Contingency Planning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    PowerPoint Excellence – Advanced Design & Animation

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft PowerPoint, Animations, Motion Graphics, 3D Assets, Graphic and Visual Design, Typography, Design Elements And Principles, Design, Color Theory

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    The State University of New York

    Solar Energy Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Building Services Engineering, Sustainable Technologies, Cost Estimation, Engineering Calculations, Safety Standards, Environmental Issue, Systems Of Measurement, Technical Standard

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Systems and Solutions Architect Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, Enterprise Architecture, CI/CD, Cloud Applications, Unified Modeling Language, Microservices, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Docker (Software), Data Modeling, Requirements Analysis, Software Systems, Architectural Design, Software Development Life Cycle, Stakeholder Engagement, Application Programming Interface (API), Database Design, Database Management, Data Governance, SQL

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Autodesk Civil 3D 2025 Unleashed

    Skills you'll gain: AutoCAD Civil 3D, Autodesk Revit, Autodesk, Grading (Landscape), AutoCAD, Stormwater Management, Engineering Plans And Specifications, Engineering Analysis, Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Coordination, Design and Product, Data Management

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    HRM Strategies: Analyze, Evaluate & Design

    Skills you'll gain: Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Talent Management, Workforce Planning, Talent Acquisition, Case Studies, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Analysis, Risk Analysis

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Human Resources Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Human Resource Strategy, Employee Relations, Employee Performance Management, Performance Metric, Dashboard, Data Analysis, Training and Development, Compensation Strategy, Business Metrics, Employee Retention, Compensation and Benefits, Talent Recruitment, Business Analysis, Employee Engagement, Mental Health

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    The Raspberry Pi Platform and Python Programming for the Raspberry Pi

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Operating System Administration, Operating Systems, Integrated Development Environments, File Systems, Internet Of Things, Development Environment, Embedded Systems, Python Programming, OS Process Management, Computer Hardware, UI Components, Computer Programming

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular instructional design courses

  • Introduction to User Experience Principles and Processes: University of Michigan
  • Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving: University of Colorado Boulder
  • FPGA Design for Embedded Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • 3ds Max Interior Design: Model, Arrange & Refine: EDUCBA
  • Presenting The Estimate: University of California, Davis
  • PowerPoint Excellence – Advanced Design & Animation: Packt
  • Solar Energy Basics: The State University of New York
  • Systems and Solutions Architect Capstone Project: IBM
  • Autodesk Civil 3D 2025 Unleashed: Packt
  • HRM Strategies: Analyze, Evaluate & Design: EDUCBA

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