Certificate in Digital Instruction and Distance Education

Master the in-demand technology skills you need to break into the specialized field of e-learning with the online Certificate in Digital Instruction from St. Thomas University. Delivered 100% online, this post-baccalaureate certificate program sets you apart as a rising leader in education technology.

Program Overview

This post-baccalaureate certificate online program is ideal for K-12 support staff/teachers, higher education professionals, and corporate trainers who aspire to enrich their practice with advanced technical learning opportunities.

In the online Certificate in Digital Instruction program, you will strengthen your pedagogy techniques, discover emerging trends in instructional technology, learn step-by-step instructions on how to integrate education technology into your curriculum, and develop your technical skills in multimedia design. As part of the coursework, you will also expand on your educational assessment and evaluation methods.

Upon successful completion of the Certificate in Digital Instruction online program, you will be eligible to apply your earned credit hours toward the online STU Master of Science in Instructional Design & Technology online degree.

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jobs growth in the next six years

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Courses

EDT 600: Introduction to Instructional Technology

This course provides students with an in-depth overview of the field of Instructional Technology. Topics include the history, critical issues, emerging trends, key concepts of the field; and basic technology operations and concepts.

EDT 630: Multimedia Design and Development

This course is designed to develop students’ technical skills in multimedia design and development for instructional purposes. Topics include visual design principles, desktop publishing, digital graphics, and digital audio and digital video.

EDT 640: Advanced Multimedia Design and Development

This course is designed to develop students’ technical skills with advanced interactive multimedia technologies. Topics include Web authoring tools, educational gaming and simulation technologies, educational 3-D technologies, and other emerging instructional technologies.

EDU 511: Cross Cultural Communication and Understanding

This course is designed to develop awareness and understanding of the major cultures represented by the different language minorities within the state. It provides insights that will enable participants to plan and implement curriculum, instruction, and assessment activities that will meet the special needs of limited English proficient (LEP) students who are speakers of other languages.

Career Landscape

A Certificate in Digital Instruction and Distance Education equips graduates with in-demand skills for careers in online learning, instructional design, and corporate training. With the e-learning industry growing by 13% annually and an increasing demand for virtual education specialists, graduates can pursue roles as instructional coordinators, e-learning specialists, curriculum designers, and training managers. Job opportunities span K-12 education, higher education, corporate training, government agencies, and nonprofits, with many positions offering remote or hybrid work flexibility.

In the Classroom

Classes in a Certificate in Digital Instruction and Distance Education program are interactive and technology-driven, focusing on e-learning design, virtual classroom management, and instructional technology. Students explore learning management systems (LMS), multimedia content creation, and online assessment strategies. Courses often include real-world projects, case studies, and collaborative online discussions, preparing students to develop and deliver effective digital learning experiences. To complete the Certificate in Digital Instruction online program, students must complete 12 credit hours of core courses.

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Digital Instruction and Distance Education Fast Facts

Innovative Techniques
Incorporate cutting-edge digital methods to assess faculty performance.
Online Teaching Skills
Improve your ability to teach effectively in diverse online environments, including blended, flipped, and synchronous modalities.
Digital Instruction Knowledge
Further your understanding and application of best practices in digital instruction.

Certificate in Digital Instruction and Distance Education

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