Lasting impressions start with powerful learning experiences. Create ones that stay.
Learn how to create learner-centred digital content that truly engages and supports real performance.
What you’ll learn
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Apply core design principles to create targeted analysis and audience profiling questions.
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Analyse learner needs to write effective learning objectives using SMART/ABCD frameworks.
3
Design a course outline and storyboard using three evidence-based strategies.
Training overview
The diploma is delivered over four structured days, moving from foundational theory to applied instructional design practice. By the end of the programme, you’ll be able to confidently design learning solutions aligned to business needs.
Day 1
Explore learning theories and instructional design models ADDIE, SAM, and Design Thinking.
Day 2
Focus on project management, learning needs analysis, learner-centred design, and modern learning trends.
Day 3
Get to grips with writing objectives, storyboarding, and designing engaging, accessible learning.
Day 4
Explore AI in L&D, evaluating learning impact, marketing your courses, and visual design essentials.
What’s included
This ITOL-accredited diploma combines proven instructional design frameworks with real-life application. You’ll learn how to analyse learning needs, design structured solutions, and apply best practice across digital and blended learning.
Explore the role of instructional design in creating effective learning experiences.
Understand adult learning theory and its foundations in designing impactful, engaging learning experiences.
Strengthen stakeholder collaboration techniques to work together effectively and improve project outcomes.
Explore instructional design frameworks and their role in creating effective learning experiences.
Explore how to manage digital learning projects for smooth delivery and clear outcomes.
Understand the importance of a needs analysis to identify and address training requirements.
Adopt a learner-centered design approach to create impactful experiences.
Explore current learning trends and preferences shaping digital learning design.
Write clear and measurable learning objectives that guide effective learning design.
Plan and structure digital learning content before development begins.
Design interactive learning that encourages engagement and decision‑making.
Design digital learning that is inclusive and accessible to all learners.
Explore how AI is shaping learning design, delivery, and the future of L&D.
Evaluate learning to demonstrate impact, effectiveness, and business value.
Promote learning effectively to increase engagement, visibility, and impact.
Apply visual design principles to create clear, engaging, and effective digital learning.
Build real capability with expert-led training
We spend every day helping organisations create learning that makes a measurable difference. When you train with OL, you learn from practitioners who design, deliver, and evaluate learning in complex business environments.
ITOL-accredited certification
Upon completion, you’ll be awarded a diploma certificate from ITOL and Omniplex Learning.
Practical and supportive
Learn by doing, with practical tasks and live feedback.
Expert trainers
Learn from experienced instructional designers and consultants.
Instant impact
Leave with frameworks, tools, and approaches you can apply immediately.
“The trainer was fantastic, the course content was very useful and relevant, and I have come away with lots of tools and practices to use going forward. I really enjoyed and found useful the practical exercises. Overall, it was a very enjoyable course.”
Melanie, Academy Developer, Royal Mail
Get started
Join an open cohort and build confidence in instructional design for learning.
Diploma in Instructional Design
£1,950
/attendee
Plus VAT
A hands-on course with the convenience and flexibility of virtual learning.
Upcoming training dates
Explore our upcoming training courses and choose a date that works for you.
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Diploma in Instructional Design
September 2026
Day 1 Tue 8thDay 2 Tue 15thDay 3 Tue 22ndDay 4 Tue 29th -
Diploma in Instructional Design
November 2026
Day 1 Mon 2ndDay 2 Mon 9thDay 3 Mon 16thDay 4 Mon 23rd
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