CIDMI® Instructional Design & E-Learning Certificate Program (Full Blended Experience)

In this fully blended learning experience that combines the power of self-paced learning and live virtual coaching with an expert in corporate instructional design, you will acquire proficiency in corporate instructional design and e-learning development skills, obtain your certificate, distinguish yourself, attract opportunities and thrive as an instructional designer in corporate learning & development even if you have no prior experience or degree . 

  • 5 hands-on courses required to earn the completion certificate

  • Skills: Instructional Design, E-learning Authoring, Project Management, Multi-media Development, and more.

  • Career Paths: Instructional Designer, E-learning Developer, E-learning Project Manager, Learning Technologist, Learning & Development Specialist and more. 

Struggling to Navigate Your Path to Career Success?

Are you at a career crossroads, considering a move into instructional design in corporate learning and development (L&D)? Feeling overwhelmed and unsure where to start? You're not alone. Many feel lost and confused navigating the skills needed to succeed in this dynamic field. Despite investing time in learning software and tools, understanding the real-world demands of corporate instructional design can still be a challenge. The overwhelming amount of information to absorb can often leave you feeling paralyzed.

Maybe your current job isn't fulfilling, and you're eager for a change into corporate L&D and perhaps previous attempts to improve your skills through instructional design courses or programs have left you feeling confused and isolated instead of making progress.

Despite your relevant experience, you still find it challenging to align seamlessly with corporate instructional design requirements. Even after networking, applying for numerous jobs, and attending interviews, you haven't seen results. Repeated rejections add to your struggles, often leaving you perpetually puzzled.  

If you're tired of scattered learning from online sources and want a structured approach with practical guidance, then a blended coaching and mentorship program may be just what you need.

Unlock Your Path to Success in Corporate Instructional Design

It's time to seek the guidance of a seasoned corporate instructional designer who has successfully navigated this path, offering the support you need to overcome these challenges. Leveraging real-world experience, you will be provided with a structured roadmap for skill development as well as invaluable insights to accelerate your career journey. Don't let these obstacles hold you back any longer; take the step towards a fulfilling career in instructional design and e-learning development in corporate L&D.

Imagine the transformation in your life when you seize the opportunity of your dreams for your first corporate instructional design role. Picture yourself confidently leading instructional design projects and crafting learning solutions effortlessly, no longer feeling like you're stumbling in the dark. Envision the satisfaction of applying your instructional design skills to tackle business challenges resulting from performance issues and knowledge gaps, all while boosting your earning potential and securing a flourishing career in corporate instructional design.

With the right skills and positioning, you'll pave the way to attract and secure that coveted corporate ID role. If you're passionate about instructional design and this resonates with your aspirations, then it's time to fast-track your journey to success.

Introducing
(CIDMI)® Corporate Instructional Design & E-learning Development Certificate Program

Corporate Instructional Design Mastery Institute (CIDMI®) presents Corporate Instructional Design & E-Learning Certificate Program.

This 12-week blended course and coaching program is unparalleled in its scope, offering a comprehensive experience unlike any other. Not only does it immerse you in the realities of instructional design within the corporate landscape while honing your skills, but it also equips you with practical strategies to position yourself effectively, ensuring you can attract and secure your first corporate instructional design role.

Drawing upon years of extensive experience, we have distilled everything we know about thriving as a corporate instructional designer and e-learning developer into this intensive, no-fluff training program.

Tailored for aspiring instructional designers who are eager to embark on their corporate journey or for newcomers in the field, hungry to make a meaningful impact and flourish within corporate learning and development. 

Our comprehensive approach to teaching instructional design and e-learning development equips you with the expertise to create engaging and impactful learning experiences, streamline course creation processes, and enhance your proficiency across the learning technology landscape. It provides all the necessary skills, tools, and techniques to become a top-notch instructional design and e-learning development professional.  

With a focus on real-world applications and a hands-on curriculum, this program will prepare you for roles in corporate learning and development, e-learning development, instructional design, and more. The flexible, self-paced and blended format is perfect for busy professionals seeking to enhance their skills and advance their careers.

What's included in this Program?

Here's a glimpse of what you can expect from this program.

Instant access to the processes, mindset, and tools instructional designers already use to create courses on repeat

Gain a wealth of experience through interactive digital content, templates, worksheets, up-to-date strategies, and the essential tools used by corporate instructional designers today. Plus, unlock exclusive access to all signature digitalcourses designed for both new and aspiring instructional designers.

Feedback & Accountability

We keep you on track to hit weekly milestones with a proven process our students have used to get results time and again.

Coaching & Mentoring

Learn from the very best and receive support through group coaching and one-on-one mentoring sessions.
(*Full-Blended Experience Option*)

Blockchain Certificate

To verify your skills

5-Star Ratings

Best-in-Class training, rated by learners

Earning Your CIDMI® Corporate Instructional Design & E-Learning Development Certificate

COURSE 2: Project Management for Instructional Design & E-learning Development (Preview Course)

COURSE 3: Instructional Design: Training Needs Analysis (Preview Course)

COURSE 4: Design & Development of Corporate E-learning (Preview Course)

Skills & Learning Objectives in Corporate Instructional Design & E-learning Program

  • Define an organization's corporate strategic plan and its relation to corporate instructional design
  • Partner with stakeholders to ensure training programs support business drivers and objectives that are aligned to the mission, vision, and goals of the organization
  • Collaborate with stakeholders, SMEs, and other L&D professionals to design and develop learning solutions.
  • Apply adult learning principles as well as instructional design processes/frameworks in designing learning solutions. 
  • Identify models and approaches for evaluating the impact of learning solutions 
  • Apply a range of skills and methods to conduct training needs analysis and identify training gaps
  • Recommend appropriate learning solutions in solving business problems. 
  • Gather relevant data using relevant techniques to identify training gaps
  • Write up a training needs analysis report
  • Write appropriate learning outcomes that align with business’ goals and objectives
  • Write effective and measurable learning objectives
  • Select appropriate training delivery methods that help meet learning objectives
  • Select instructional strategies/methods that help learners accomplish learning objectives
  •  Elicit content knowledge from subject matter experts as well as research relevant information on a given topic 
  • Outline and structure course content in a manner most appropriate to achieve learning objectives
  • Complete an instructional design document (IDD) to document instructional processes and strategies
  • Create visual representations of learning solutions e.g., storyboards, blueprints 
  • Develop course materials for synchronous, asynchronous, instructor-led, and blended learning solutions.
  • Develop interactive and engaging asynchronous e-learning solutions using authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline or Adobe Captivate. 
  • Apply traditional or agile project management processes in developing learning solutions.
  • Schedule, plan and allocate resources towards the development of learning resources.  
  • Create project plans and schedules that incorporate resources, tasks, and timelines.
  • Leverage the power of AI to speed up the design and development of learning solutions.

Program Features

Get access to the most comprehensive program where you will learn how instructional design and e-learning development tools really work in corporate learning and development, you'll work through real case studies, create your own sample project and get feedback and support.

LEARN THE SKILLS

Learn the skills, tools, and processes you need to become a corporate instructional designer and eLearning developer.

CREATE A PROJECT

Complete assigned course activities and create a sample instructional design project that you can add to your portfolio

GET FEEDBACK

Get expert feedback on your work from your instructor.

GUIDED COURSES

In this program, you'll be guided through courses designed to make this an engaging learning experience for you.

PRACTICAL & HANDS-ON APPLICATION

Get practical real-world and hands-on application of corporate instructional design principles and tools. 

COMMUNITY

Be a part of a growing community of like-minded corporate instructional designers. You'll get
opportunities to network and connect with others and engage in conversations via the community portal and discussion boards.

SOLVE REAL-WORLD BUSINESS PROBLEMS

In this program, you will be exposed to real world business challenges through case studies and learn how to solve them by creating valuable learning solutions.

WORKSHEETS & TEMPLATES

Full access to all the course templates and worksheets that helps you create high-quality learning solutions.

Tap into Years of Corporate Instructional Design Experience!

Meet Your Instructor

Ade Bakare is a highly qualified and experienced instructional designer who brings a wealth of knowledge to the field of corporate learning and development. He holds a bachelor's degree from Howard University and a master's degree from Johns Hopkins University. Ade is a certified professional in talent development (CPTD) with an area of expertise in instructional design.

Ade has 12 years of experience in corporate learning and development, with a focus on instructional design, e-learning development, and learning management system implementation & administration. He is a master instructional designer and trainer for one of the world's largest biotech companies, where he specializes in creating learning solutions that help to address performance problems, ensure compliance, and meet overall business goals and objectives.    

As an instructor, Ade is committed to sharing his knowledge and expertise with others in the field of corporate instructional design. With his deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in corporate learning and development, he is well-equipped to guide learners through the course material and provide valuable insights into the practical applications of instructional design in a corporate setting.


Ade Bakare MS, RAC, CPTD
(Creator of Corporate Instructional Design Mastery Institute (CIDMI)

"About 12 years ago, I faced the same career crossroads you might be experiencing now. My background was in biotechnology and as I was desperately pursuing a move into regulatory affairs, I stumbled into a role in corporate learning and development as a training specialist and I've fallen in love with it ever since.

Back then, as a novice corporate trainer and instructional designer, I was lost in a sea of unfamiliar tools, frameworks, processes, and methodologies. Fast forward to today, with over a decade of experience, I've mastered the ins and outs of instructional design in corporate settings, the tools, processes and technologies all without pursuing another costly master's degree.

Today, I am a Master Instructional Designer and Trainer at one of the world's largest Biotech/Biopharma companies. I've successfully managed corporate instructional design and e-learning development projects, developed impactful learning solutions, and even been involved in hiring trainers and IDs for corporate L&D. I've honed a unique skill set over the years that has empowered me to excel in my role.

Now, I've condensed those years of experience into this practical blended program. With me as your guide, you'll fast-track your journey, setting clear goals, creating a roadmap, and acquiring crucial ID skills swiftly. I invite you to tap into my expertise and accelerate your mastery of essential instructional design skills for success in corporate L&D across industries. Let's embark on this journey together and equip you to thrive in corporate instructional design and e-learning development."

Testimonials

The Corporate Instructional Design Mastery course and the instructor Ade Bakare are a Godsend. Although I have been in learning and development for several years, I thought it time to take my career to a new level, advance my skills in the area of instructional design, and this course definitely helped me do that. I wasn't sure which course I should consider with so many out there. A friend referred me to Corporate instructional Design Mastery, and I am very grateful she did. Ade is a wonderful instructor, providing me with the right tools to be a successful ID. He is very concise, provides clear in depth easy to understand instruction. Whenever I had questions outside of class, he was very prompt to answer my emails, or meet with me one on one. I thoroughly enjoyed the class and looked forward to it each week. I was so excited to have found this course, and with the knowledge I've gained, I am looking forward to a successful career as an instructional designer."

Joan Edmonston Instructional Designer

"Ade reviewed my portfolio as I was beginning to apply for ID positions. I was amazed by the detail and thorough consideration given to my portfolio. He shared a screencast video which he annotated with thoughtful comments on how I could improve my site and content. His comments were respectful of my efforts yet offered useful ideas about how I might improve. I am now employed as an ID and feedback like Ade's was so insightful in helping me to reach this goal. Thanks for your support Ade!"

Samantha Barratt Learning Designer

"Ade assisted me in my transition from K-12 education to instructional design. He thoroughly and quickly reviewed my resume and provided great feedback. His approach was effective and practical... just what I needed to confidently interview for ID openings. I would recommend Ade's services without hesitation."

Daniel Lindey, M.Ed Instructional Designer & LMS Administrator

"I landed my current corporate role in March with the help of what I learned in your course!"

Tiffany Steadman, M.Ed
Instructional Designer

"Ade is an awesome trainer. His course gives an in-depth, hands-on experience in the process of creating sound instructional training. It had the actual teaching and modeling of each step of ADDIE from needs analysis to deliverable. It is truly worth both the time and investment in your career as an ID! I loved every minute of learning!!! Thanks, Ade."

Doreen Pina-Pena, M.Ed 
Instructional Designer

"Ade is such a wonderful person who is passionate about instructional design and helping people attain their dream job. I needed some help with my resume to get it ready for a corporate role, and Ade helped me prepare my resume for a specific corporate role. I ended up getting the job that I applied for! Regardless if you're a teacher transitioning into an ID corporate role, a newly graduate from an instructional design program, or someone who is currently in the ID field, Ade can help! Highly recommended!"

Tebel Kiser, MPW MSEd
Instructional Design & Development Specialist

What Past Learners are Saying on LinkedIn...

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I've successfully completed the "Project Management for Instructional Design & E-Learning Development" course with the Corporate Instructional Design Mastery Institute! 🚀  I'm thrilled to share that I've earned my certificate of completion for this insightful course.

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I’m happy to share that I’ve obtained a new certification: Project Management for Instructional Design and E-Learning Development from Corporate Instructional Design Mastery Institute® (CIDMI)!

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Happiness Iroenyenwa
Project Manager, F.E.E.D Sports NG

This accomplishment highlights my deep understanding of managing instructional design and e-learning projects in corporate settings.

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Philip Ochika
Data Analyst - RoadPepper Technologies

Obi had been working in corporate as an instructional designer but she recognized that she had some knowledge and skills gaps she needed to fill. Obi joined corporate instructional design mastery to sharpen her instructional design skills, get support and therefore become more effective in her role. Play the video to hear what she had to say about the program.
Obianuju Orakwue

Program Manager, Learning Design

Cori was searching for instructional design opportunities when she first joined corporate instructional design mastery. She knew she had to first upskill to acquire the necessary skills that will guarantee her success in landing an opportunity. In just a few weeks of joining, she was able to gain enough skills and confidence to help her land a new instructional design role for a loan company. Play the video to hear her story.
Cori Scott

Instructional Designer/E-learning Developer

Pricing Options

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Gain unlimited access to online courses, accredited certifications, and resources

Full-Blended Experience (cohort-based)

Through a blended learning experience that includes a combination of self-study, certified professional coaching, mentoring and support you will build new skills faster and reach your goals quicker. 

$1497 $823.35
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(One Time Payment)
  • Everything in Self-Paced Experience plus:
  • 12 weeks of expert-guided blended learning including self-study, coaching & support 
  • Expert-guided weekly lessons and case studies 
  • Access to expert-led coaching and one-on-one support
  • Schedule up to 3 one-on-one mentoring sessions with your instructor
  • Unlimited access to all digital courses, lessons and assignments
  • Direct feedback on all assignments

FAQS

This program will help you acquire the knowledge and skills you'll require to be successful as a corporate instructional designer and e-learning designer. You will learn the tools and skills that instructional designers use everyday to do their work. You will also learn the action steps you need to take in order to properly position yourself to attract opportunities in corporate learning and development. The courses are designed to be fully practical and simulates the experience of being trained as a professional corporate instructional designer.

It takes an average of 3 months to complete the entire program and confidently create a project. However, you are given the freedom to complete all of the training at your own pace! 

Yes you can contact the instructor with general or support questions, however, the Full Blended Experience bundle includes full instructor support function which allows you to communicate directly with your instructor with questions concerning the course you are focusing on.

You will have life-time access to the course materials and resources provided to you in this program.

In the self-paced option, you go through the courses at your own pace (i.e. self-study of all digital courses and assessments) you can start and finish at anytime and receive your certificate once you have completed the program. The Full-Blended Experience option on the other hand, is an expert-guided cohort based program where you and other cohort participants begin the course at the same time and you are guided by your instructor on what to focus on each week (over the course of 12 weeks), you also meet with your instructor for coaching sessions, and have the opportunity for one on one support. 

Yes, upon completion of each course, you will receive a certificate of completion and once you complete the entire program, you will receive a certificate of completion and badge. 

Yes, this program is very hands-on and you'll be required to complete tasks and assignments that contributes toward your portfolio project. 

You will have access to all group coaching call recordings, so if you miss the live session, you can simply catch the recording. (Note that this option is only available for those who enroll in the Full Blended Experience)

No! Your enrollment into the corporate instructional design and e-learning certificate program grants you access to all the available digital courses. 

Yes! You can choose to enroll in just a single course offered in the certificate program, if that is what you would prefer. You can access our courses page to see all available courses you can enroll into. Click here to visit our courses page

Learners enrolled in the Full Blended Experience will have the opportunity to schedule one-on-one sessions as needed. These sessions can be used to get expert review and feedback of your resume, portfolio or to even prepare for an upcoming interview. 

Yes! You can download and use the templates included in your digital courses. All of the files needed in a course are available for download. Please note that while our study materials and templates can be downloaded, the videos are only available online. 

This program is perfect for new and aspiring instructional designers and e-learning developers who desire to work in a corporate learning and development role. This program is also right for you if you are an experienced educator, freelancer, recent graduate, experienced trainer with a desire to excel as a corporate instructional designer or e-learning developer.  

This program is not for you if : you are not open to learning new strategies and skills, or you are not ready to do the work and implement what you learn or if you're looking for a quick fix or you are expecting to upskill and land a corporate role overnight or you are just looking for a job and not a fulfilling, prosperous career

You can request a full refund 7 days after you enroll in this program. This 7-day period begins the day you paid to enroll in the program, and not on the day you first started with your training. To request a refund simply send your request (preferrably with specific reasons for requesting a refund) to info@corporateidmastery.com within 7 days after from enrollment and you will receive your full refund.
 

If you still have questions, please email us at info@corporateidmastery.com and we'll be happy to answer any of your questions!

Learn instructional design best practices from a certified learning and development professional making a global impact in the biotechnology industry.

There is more to instructional design that just being able to create e-learning using storyline or captivate. In this course, you will learn the wholistic skills you need to become a well-rounded instructional designer and be able to respond to requests from decision makers within the organization. You will learn how to partner with SMEs and stakeholders to identify gaps in employee knowledge and skills, conduct training needs assessment, establish learning objectives, design and develop effective and engaging learning solutions. You will also learn ways to evaluate the effectiveness of the learning solutions you create.

As a biotechnology industry expert, our instructor, Ade has led numerous corporate instructional design projects that have produced learning solutions that helped address business concerns for biotech companies like Human Genome Sciences, GlaxoSmithKline, Novavax, Emergent BioSolutions and MilliporeSigma.  

Till today, I still work as a senior instructional designer and consultant to some of biggest biotech companies in the world.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

  • Instructional Design in the corporate world
  • Core foundation for success as a corporate instructional designer
  • Instructional Design Models
  • Being Agile with A.D.D.I.E 
  • Adult Learning Theories that Matter in Corporate
  • Understanding Business Drivers
  • Project Management Basics for IDs
  • Case Study 
  • Assignment #1: Choose your course & create your project plan

Learn how to carry out an effective training needs analysis or assessment. Every corporate instructional designer is expected to know how to get to the root of every training request to identify the gaps in your learners. By conducting a thorough needs assessment, you will be able to propose learning solutions that focus on addressing or closing those gaps.  

Learn the key components of an effective course design process because this is where instructional design really happens!

  • Writing effective learning objectives
  • Bloom’s Taxonomy and Learning objectives
  • Defining delivery approach
  • Working with SMEs on course design (course mapping, outlining, etc.)
  • Defining instructional strategies
  • Documenting your design approach in an IDD
  • Storyboarding for E-learning  
  • Case study (continued)
  • Assignment #3: Complete your IDD & Create your storyboard 

Learn the how to develop interactive and engaging learning experiences leveraging the use of industry standard development tools!

  • The course development process 
  • Development of instruction for Self-paced E-learning
  • Developing for instructor-led delivery  
  • Demo: Working with multi-media and associated tools (video, voice-over script and audio)
  • Working with Authoring tools: Beginner's Guide to Adobe Captivate [Demo]
  • Working with Multimedia (Video Editing): Premiere Pro  [Demo] | Vyond Animations
  • Working with Multimedia (Audio): Voiceover scripting & production 
  • Assignment #4: Create your course project  

Learn how to implement your training programs and evaluate the effectiveness of your training in corporate! 

  • Implementing corporate training programs
  • Approach for implementing self-paced vs instructor-led programs
  • Learning Management Systems & your Implementation Strategy 
  • Evaluating training effectiveness on multiple levels [Kirkpatrick Model in Action]
  • Rollout and communication to the organization

You have acquired the knowledge and skills required, now its time 'ID-OPTIMIZE' your LinkedIn Profile, Resume and Build your Portfolio. Take advantage of one on one support 

  • Optimizing your Resume & LinkedIn for ID opportunities
  • Creating your ID portfolio and adding your course project
  • Schedule One on One time to get further assistance & support 
  • You're ready to start applying!

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