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Online Graduate Certificate in Workplace E-Learning Design and Development

The Boise State Online Graduate Certificate in Workplace E-Learning Design and Development prepares you to design, develop and manage e-learning in the workplace.

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Application Deadlines

Admission to Boise State’s Graduate Certificate in Workplace E-Learning Design and Development is offered every spring, summer and fall semester. All application materials must be received by the deadline to be considered for the program. You must apply separately for admission to Boise State University.

Semester Application Deadline Courses Begin
Spring December 15 Early January
Summer April 15 Early May
Fall August 1 Late August

Program Details

Courses

The online Graduate Certificate in Workplace E-Learning Design and Development is a 16-credit program that includes five required courses.

Review the following table for details on required courses.

Course Prerequisites Credits
OPWL 523 E-Learning Authoring and Development No prerequisite 3
OPWL 525 E-Learning Content Design and Learning Management Systems No prerequisite 3
OPWL 527 Game-Based and Gamified Learning No prerequisite 3
OPWL 535 Principles of Adult Learning No prerequisite 4
OPWL 551 Storyboarding and Scenario-Based E-Learning No prerequisite 3

Course Descriptions

Official course descriptions and degree plans are published on the graduate catalog website.

To find a course, click the “Courses” tab and select the drop-down list that aligns with your desired course prefix (e.g. OPWL 523). You may also use the search bar to search for the course prefix.

Certificate Outcomes

  • Foundational education on adult learning and e-learning principles
  • Introduction to the theories and practice of storyboarding and e-learning content design
  • Guided practice with e-learning authoring software programs, integrated with rapid e-learning development strategies, culminating in portfolio samples
  • Experience with embedding e-learning products into learning management systems with additional exposure to compliance to e-learning standards
  • Using game-based and gamified learning to accomplish improved knowledge/skill transfer outcomes in the workplace

Authorization

Boise State maintains authorization to offer online programs in Idaho and beyond. Detailed information about state authorization is available on the eCampus Center website.

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Contact our enrollment and student success team for support by emailing us at OPWLGrad@boisestate.edu or calling (208) 426-5921.