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Instructional Systems Technology, Graduate Certificate

Your IU Online Graduate Certificate in Instructional Systems Technology teaches you to identify and improve performance in classroom settings, from K-12 classrooms to corporate training environments. Learn how people acquire, process, and share information so that you can create the most effective learning environments and instructional tools.

Program quick facts

Course Delivery

100% Online

Total Credits

15

Campuses Hosting

  • Bloomington

Degree Type

Graduate Certificate

Certificate Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Instructional Systems Technology introduces you to concepts in instructional technology and design, including the evaluation and analysis of instructional materials, effective writing for instructional technology, and strategies for computer-mediated learning.

You’ll graduate with an Indiana University certificate respected by employers worldwide—and you can work on yours anytime and anywhere. Plus, you’ll enjoy personalized support services throughout your academic journey.

To be accepted to this program, you must have:

  1. A bachelor's degree
  2. 2.7 GPA or above on a 4.0 scale
To apply to this program:

Complete an online application that includes:

  • Transcripts
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume (international students only)
  • TOEFL score (minimum 79) or IELTS score (minimum 6.5) - international students only

Your IU Online Graduate Certificate in Instructional Systems Technology prepares you for such careers as:

  • Instructional systems specialist 
  • Learning and development instructional designer 
  • Instructional technologist 
  • Educational content developer
  • Learning design engineer
  • Curriculum and assessment director 
  • Education technology specialist 
  • E-learning developer
  • Corporate trainer

To earn your Graduate Certificate in Instructional Systems Technology, you must complete 15 credit hours.

Requirements are broken down as follows:

  • Instructional systems technology core courses (12 credit hours) 
  • Elective courses (3 credit hours) 
If you choose to pursue the IU Online M.S.Ed. in Instructional Systems Technology, these certificate courses may apply to your degree requirements. Completion of the certificate program does not guarantee admission to the graduate program. 

Core Classes for the Graduate Certificate in Instructional Systems Technology
Course Number Course Name Credits
EDUC-R 511 Instructional and Performance Technologies Foundations 3 Credits
EDUC-R 521 Design and Development of Instructional and Performance Interventions 3 Credits
EDUC-R 541
-OR-
EDUC-R 547		 Instructional Development and Production: Design Thinking
-OR-
Computer-Mediated Learning		 3 Credits
EDUC-R 561 Evaluation of Instructional and Performance Improvement Systems 3 Credits

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Program cost information

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Note: This program is not eligible for financial aid.

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