Graduate Certificate in Learning Experience Design and Online Teaching Innovation
The fully-online Graduate Certificate in Learning Experience Design and Online Teaching Innovation prepares students for careers in instructional design, e-learning development, and learning technologies. Designed for aspiring learning experience designers, this program provides the skills needed to create effective, engaging, and technology-enhanced learning experiences.
Students will develop expertise in conducting needs assessments, analyzing performance issues, and applying contemporary instructional design models to craft innovative learning solutions. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on experience with industry-standard tools and technologies, equipping graduates to design and implement high-quality e-learning curriculum.
This certificate program prepares professionals for roles in diverse educational and training environments, including K-12 schools, higher education institutions, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and corporate learning and development teams. By blending theory with practical application, the program enables graduates to meet the evolving demands of digital learning in today’s rapidly changing landscape.
The certificate program can be completed part-time in two semesters. All courses are fully online, and are offered in the late afternoon or early evening.
| Core (6 units) |
Course Title |
Units |
Term and Modality |
| ITEC 865 | Fundamentals of Designing Interactive E-Learning Courses |
3 |
Fall Synchronous |
| ITEC 801 | Introduction to Learning Design, Design Thinking, and Innovation |
3 |
Spring Synchronous |
| Electives (6 units) | |||
| Select one of the following electives: | |||
| ITEC 805 | Needs Assessment and Program Evaluation |
3 |
Fall Asynchronous |
| ITEC 850 | Design and Management of Training Projects |
3 |
Spring Synchronous |
| Select one of the following electives: | |||
| ITEC 740 | Visual Design for Learning |
3 |
Fall Hyflex |
| ITEC 825 | Digital Product Usability Testing |
3 |
Spring Hyflex |
Contact an Advisor
Dr. Zahira Mercant | zahiram@sfsu.edu
Admission to the Certificate Program
Applicants must have successfully completed a bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 grade point average in the last 60 units of college coursework.
New applicants to the Certificate need to apply through Cal State Apply. In your application, you must include two letters of recommendation, transcripts of all college or university level coursework, résumé, and a statement of purpose documenting your interest in this Certificate program.
Continuing SFSU students currently enrolled in a post-baccalaureate credential program or MA program only need to submit the Certificate Admissions Application for admission to the Certificate.
Award of Certificate
When you have completed all coursework in the Certificate, you will submit the Certificate Approved Program form, along with a copy of your unofficial SFSU transcripts, to the ELSIT Department Chair for approval.
Questions?
If you have questions about the admissions process please contact the ELSIT Department at 415-338-1653 or email us at elsit@sfsu.edu