Digital Learning Design Apprenticeship
LDN Digital Learning Designer Apprentices learn and understand how to analyse, design, develop, implement and evaluate digital learning programmes. They work in education and corporate settings and could be responsible for the design of professional development programmes, courses, and other types of learning. The apprenticeship focuses on best practice and research-informed approaches to how humans learn. It also covers how this knowledge can be leveraged with appropriate learning technologies.
Endorsed by the Association for Learning Technology
The first formal pathway into the Digital Learning Design profession
Digital learning is revolutionising the way we learn, with new technologies enabling learners to access a wealth of information in new and innovative ways. With the rise of digital learning comes the need for skilled professionals who can design and deliver effective learning experiences. The Digital Learning Designer Apprenticeship is the first formal pathway into the profession.
Recognised by the Association for Learning Technology (ALT)
ALT is the leading professional body for Learning Technology in the UK, supporting a collaborative community of Learning Technology professionals and providing professional recognition and development. The Associate CMALT Accreditation Framework provides professional accreditation for early career Learning Technology professionals in the UK and internationally.
Train up your existing team
Do you struggle to find high quality training for your Digital Learning Design team? The LDN Digital Learning Design apprenticeship combines professionally produced learning content, with the support of an experienced learning design trainer making it the perfect way to upskill and develop existing members of your team.
Hire and develop bright new talent
Do you want to explore new ways of bringing bright and diverse talent into the learning design industry? The LDN team will work with you to understand your talent needs and types of roles you wish to fill. From there, we’ll help you to recruit, train and support your apprentices until they become fully fledged and productive members of your team.
Available nationally through our online learning platform
Online workshops, in-person masterclasses and monthly one to one workplace visits with our professional skills coaches mean that we’re able to offer this apprenticeship to employers on a national basis.
Course Content
Click on one of the learning paths below to see a more detailed overview of what an LDN
Digital Learning Design Apprentice will gain expert knowledge in.
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Introduction to digital learning design
The history and evolution of learning technology
Digital contexts and environments for learning
Professionalism in Digital Learning Design and Technology
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Planning and Managing Digital Learning Projects
Engaging with Stakeholders and Collaborative Processes
Choosing Technologies and Gathering Technical Requirements
Analysing Learning Needs and Proposing a Project
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Theories of Learning, Teaching, and Professional Development
Learning and Assessment Design Strategies
Designing Blended, Hybrid, and Technology-enhanced Learning Experiences
Approving and Proposing a Design
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Digital Platforms and Learning Environments
Course and Content Authoring Tools
Digital Media Design and Production
Digital Development Standards, Management, and Compliance
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Quality Assurance and Preparing for Implementation
Project Conclusion and Evaluation
Reflective and Critical Practice
Building a Professional Portfolio
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Throughout each apprenticeship, apprentices produce a series of projects. These are work-related projects that are assessed and which form part of their final portfolio. Projects are set by line managers and each project is developed over a period of three months with the support of our Digital Learning Design Skills Coach.