New Zealand Certificate in Learning Design (Level 6)
Education studies
A course by
SIT
Develop skills to analyse, design, and evaluate learning design solutions for adult and tertiary education, focusing on curriculum, teaching practice, and technology-enhanced learning.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
SIT2LRN Distance Learning, Online
It will take a total of 3 years
Core skills this course teaches
Analyse learning design requirements
Evaluate and respond to dynamic learning needs in adult or tertiary education contexts, applying analysis in practical situations.
Design technology-enhanced learning solutions
Develop pedagogically and culturally appropriate learning experiences and resources using appropriate technology for a specified educational brief.
Evaluate factors influencing learning design
Assess the effectiveness of learning design implementations and outcomes, and understand quality assurance processes.
What You're Signing Up For
The New Zealand Certificate in Learning Design (Level 6) equips educators and trainers in the adult and tertiary education sector to analyse learning design requirements and create solutions for improving curriculum, teaching practice, and learner outcomes. The programme has a strong emphasis on technology-enhanced learning and requires students to complete work-based learning in real education or training environments. Study is part-time via distance learning and students complete sequential papers covering learning theory, practical design, and evaluation.
Course Content
- Adult learning theory and foundational theories
- Learning design frameworks, processes, and models
- Needs analysis and stakeholder engagement
- Building relationships and managing challenges in learning design projects
- Accessibility, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and delivery modes
- Māori pedagogies and cultural appropriateness
- NZQA framework and programme curriculum requirements
- Designing assessments and learning outcomes
- Resource and content writing, storyboarding, and use of Learning Management Systems
- Models of evaluation and quality assurance in learning design
- Using feedback and evidence-based evaluation cycles
- Mentoring and collaboration in learning design practice
- Professional learning and leadership
What you need to know first
Minimum age 18 with NCEA Level 2, relevant Level 5 qualification, or equivalent skills and knowledge
Recommended prior learning in adult/tertiary teaching field and familiarity with adult learning concepts
Mature applicants (20+) should have evidence of suitability via study or work experience
Access to an adult or tertiary training or education environment (for work-based learning component)
Computer and internet access
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Adult education
Tertiary education
Corporate training
Educational development
Future employment opportunities might be
Instructional designer
Programme or curriculum developer
Learning designer
Education or training facilitator in business, community, or industry settings