Instructional Technology: Professional Learning
The online Instructional Design & Technology Certificate is a stand-alone, graduate certificate for educational technology practitioners across a range of settings including K-12, higher education, government, corporate, and non-profit organizations.
At a Glance
Program Results
Professional Learning
Certificate - Instructional Design and Technology
Program Type
- Part Time
Location
- Online
Estimated Length
3-6 semesters
Application Deadline
Spring entry: December 1
Summer entry:
- February 1 (early notification deadline)
- May 1 (final deadline)
Fall entry:
- March 1 (early notification deadline)
- July 15 (final deadline)
Credits
18
About This Program
The purpose of the Instructional Design and Technology certificate is to prepare professionals to effectively design instruction, training, and professional development opportunities to support learning and workplace performance across a range of settings that include K-12, higher education, corporate, government, and non-profit organizations.
Graduates of the certificate will:
- Design instruction using instructional technologies, as informed by principles, theories, and research;
- Design and plan online, blended, and technology-enabled instruction and develop multimedia instructional materials and products;
- Evaluate the effectiveness and intended outcomes (both short- and long-term);
- Leverage and design instruction for diverse learner populations.
For students who may desire to pursue a master’s degree, this course series can contribute to the M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction.
Important Notes: This certificate program does not satisfy initial teaching licensure requirements. If you are seeking an initial teaching license, visit our Become a Teacher page.
Students will need access to a computer that meets UVA’s supported computing technologies. Chromebooks and Chrome OS devices are not supported, and some coursework cannot be completed on Chrome OS.