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Certificate in Learning Experience Design

Design transformative learning experiences that inspire and engage

Next Enrolment

January 19th, September 21st

Delivery Format

Online (Self-study)

$3,512 (Domestic)

Program Length

See below

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Dates

Winter 2026

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Delivery Format

Online
(Self-study)

Type & Length

Part-time

6 months

Tuition

$3,512 (Domestic)

Dates

Fall 2026

-

Delivery Format

Online
(Self-study)

Type & Length

Part-time

6 months

Tuition

$3,512 (Domestic)

Master the principles of learning design, user experience and digital technologies to create powerful, learner-centered experiences.

The part-time Certificate in Learning Experience Design (LXD) will teach you how to design, deliver and assess engaging learning experiences for diverse audiences. Developed with industry leaders in learning and instructional design, this 6-month program provides practical, hands-on training in:

  • Learning theories and design thinking principles
  • User-centered learning design processes
  • Digital learning tools, platforms and emerging technologies
  • Accessibility, inclusivity and universal design for learning (UDL)
  • Learning analytics and evaluation

Build Your Portfolio. Grow Your Network. Launch Your LX Design Career.

The Certificate in Learning Experience Design (LXD) is built with direct input from top learning design professionals to give you the tools and knowledge needed for a successful career in this booming field. Program benefits include:

  • Experiential project work where you will create an e-learning module for a real organization
  • A portfolio of LXD projects to showcase your skills to employers
  • Deep connection with classmates through assigned Learning Pods (small groups of peers to share project feedback and recommendations)
  • Opportunities to grow your professional network within a supportive cohort community

Job-Ready LXD Skills. Real-World Application

This certificate gives you hands-on experience designing, prototyping, and building learning experiences from the ground up. Work on real projects, apply modern LXD methods, and graduate with practical skills you can use immediately in the learning-design field.

Learner-Centered Design
Define learning objectives, conduct needs analyses and build personas and journey maps rooted in real audience insights.

Prototype & Iterate
Transform design concepts into functional prototypes. Test ideas, gather stakeholder feedback and refine your learning experience solutions.

Tools of the Trade
Use industry-standard tools and platforms for learning design, prototyping, content creation and collaboration.

Build & Launch Learning Experiences
Develop full learning experiences, design assessments, apply learning-campaign strategies and create polished deliverables ready for implementation.

We really felt it was important to make this program project based. We offer the option to work on your own personal project or a York-supported project with a client partner. For instance, one student had her own candle-making business. She created online learning modules on how to make candles and it was awesome. Other students brought a project they had to do for their employers like a learning module on being a more effective presenter.  Students can also partner with an organization we've sought out and interviewed. We try to match students with their passions and who they feel like they'll click with.

—Paige McClelland, Instructor and LXD Professional