Instructional Architect Certificate

This 6-week certification program helps experienced learning professionals evolve into high-impact architects who design scalable, AI-ready, data-driven learning ecosystems. PROGRAM OVERVIEW What is the Instructional Architect Certificate? This program is designed for instructional designers ready to operate at a higher strategic level. You’ll learn to architect scalable learning systems, align design with business KPIs, and leverage technology—including AI—to deliver measurable results. No more “course requests.” No more endless content. Instructional architects solve business problems, integrate systems, and build for performance. WHO THIS IS FOR Ideal for: • Senior Instructional Designers ready to level up • Learning Experience Designers working on complex initiatives • Corporate Trainers building internal academies or onboarding systems • Consultants developing enterprise learning products If you’re tired of being seen as a course builder—and ready to be seen as a strategic partner—this is your next move. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN By the end of this certificate, you’ll be able to: ✅ Architect modular, scalable learning frameworks ✅ Map entire learning ecosystems, platforms, and data flows ✅ Integrate AI tools to personalize and automate learning ✅ Align learning initiatives to business goals and performance metrics ✅ Operate like a strategic consultant—internally or externally ✅ Build a capstone portfolio project to showcase your architecture skills PROGRAM STRUCTURE Duration: 6 weeks (flexible self-paced or cohort) Format: On-demand microlearning + Audio Masterclasses + Portfolio Projects Capstone: Final certification project + optional live showcase WEEKLY MODULES Week 1: Reframing the Role – From Designer to Architect Week 2: Designing for Scale – Frameworks & Reusability Week 3: Technology & AI Tools – Intelligent Infrastructure Week 4: Learning Engineering – Designing for Data & Impact Week 5: Consulting & Strategic Influence