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Certified eLearning and LMS Design Expert

Online Certification  ·  11 Week  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CELT2)

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Executive Summary

Certified eLearning and LMS Design Expert

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified eLearning and LMS Design Expert (CELT2) delivers a rigorous Advanced-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in instructional design, training delivery and learning management.

This 11 Week programme is structured around recognised instructional-design, quality-assurance and CPD standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CELT2 holders are recognised by leading organisations across Africa, the Gulf, Europe and the Americas as qualified, results-driven professionals. Whether you are advancing your current career or transitioning into new responsibilities, this certification provides the competitive edge you need in 2026 and beyond.

Programme Overview

Certification at a Glance

Certification
Certified eLearning and LMS Design Expert
Acronym
CELT2
Category
Learning & Development
Level
Advanced
Duration
11 Week
Delivery Mode
100% Online
Assessment
Online Examination
Certificate
Digital + Physical
CPD Eligibility
CPD Accredited
Alumni Benefits
GLI Network Access
Self-Paced
USD 399
Live Virtual
USD 599
Target Audience

Who Should Enrol?

  • Trainers and Facilitators
  • Instructional and Curriculum Designers
  • Learning and Development Professionals
  • Academic and Education Administrators
Programme Inclusions

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

  • All study materials and study guide
  • Access to GLI online learning portal
  • Online examination and assessment
  • Digital certificate and digital badge
  • Physical certificate (shipped to you)
  • CPD credits for professional bodies
  • GLI alumni network membership
  • Facilitator and tutor support
  • Resource downloads and reference library
  • Automatic enrolment confirmation
Certification Benefits

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Career Advancement
Accelerate your career towards senior L&D, academic and learning-leadership roles
Professional Recognition
Credential aligned with recognised instructional-design, quality-assurance and CPD standards
Leadership Capability
Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex instructional design functions
Organisational Impact
Design and implement instructional design systems that drive performance and measurable results
Compliance Readiness
Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to instructional design
Global Employability
Qualify for instructional design roles across training providers, universities, corporates and education institutions worldwide
Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦LMS Design Architecture
✦Course Catalogue Design
✦Assessment Architecture
✦Instructor Workflow Design
✦LMS Reporting Architecture
✦Accessibility and Usability
Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

Core CurriculumModules 1–20 · specific to Certified eLearning and LMS Design Expert · module 20 is the capstone
1
LMS Design Architecture
Instructional method: explanation, modelling and guided practice · Instructional design models: ADDIE, agile alternatives and when each fits · Learning platforms and technology: choosing and running the LMS · Curriculum and programme design
2
Learner Journey Mapping
Customer effort, journeys and designing the experience · Customer experience and journey mapping · Customer journey mapping · Customer journey mapping and service design
3
LMS Information Architecture
Records, documents and information governance · Assessment design, validity and fairness · Adult learning theory (andragogy) · The learning and development profession
4
Course Catalogue Design
Course structure and sequencing: the order that makes learning possible · Training materials: trainer guides, workbooks and course assembly · Learning in the flow of work · Self-directed and continuous learning
5
User Experience Design for LMS
Service design and blueprinting: engineering the experience behind the scenes · User satisfaction and experience · User adoption and experience · Digital user experience and accessibility
6
Learning Pathway Architecture
Designing practice and feedback: where learning actually happens · Managing learning projects: scope, stakeholders and the launch · Workplace and social learning: shadowing, communities and on-the-job development · Designing learning that survives the workplace
7
Assessment Architecture
Organisational maturity, assessment and improvement programmes · Security assessment, vulnerability management and remediation · L&D maturity assessment · Formative and summative assessment
8
Credential and Certification Design
Advisory service design and delivery · Supervised and unsupervised learning · Deep learning and neural networks · Visualisation tools and design
9
LMS Engagement Mechanics
Engagement mechanics: attention, activity design and gamification · Scaling technology and teams · Professional ethics in technology · Bridging business and technology
10
Instructor Workflow Design
Learning objectives and outcomes · Active-learning methods · From decision to result: implementation, evaluation and learning · Security by design
11
Administrator Workflow Design
Administrative systems: records, workflow and office operations · Peer learning and communities of practice · Motivation and self-directed learning · Learning analytics and data
12
Learner Dashboard Design
GRC technology and continuous monitoring · Circular economy: design, business models and material flows · Metrics design and the gaming problem · Technology strategy and architecture choices
13
LMS Reporting Architecture
Evaluation use: reporting findings that change decisions · Learning transfer and capability building · Incident causation, investigation and learning · Digital transformation and technology adoption in practice
14
Learning Data Structures
Learning analytics: what platform data can and cannot tell you · Data engineering: models, pipelines and the quality problem · Database design, normalisation and query performance · Human-centred design, usability and accessibility
15
LMS Integration Design
Systems architecture: components, integration and coupling · Peacebuilding programming: design, inclusion and measurement · Learning agility and deliberate practice · Goals: design, motivation and follow-through
16
Accessibility and Usability
Equipment and technology · Security technology selection and operation · Technology and digital strategy: alignment, portfolio and roadmap · Organisational design as a strategic choice
17
LMS Prototyping
Human-centred design: empathy, prototyping and iteration · Future of work and reskilling · Sustaining transformation and benefits · Knowledge management and sharing
18
LMS Design Testing
Packaging and product design: what the shelf and the hand decide · Academic and training administration · Budgeting and resource management · Vendor and faculty management
19
LMS Experience Optimisation
Research methods for knowledge professionals · Professional, policy and technical writing · Book and e-book production, formats and metadata · Scholarly publishing, peer review and research integrity
20
LMS Design Capstone
Professional and digital publishing practice · Curriculum architecture and accreditation · Diagnosing whether training is the answer · Facilitation in mixed-ability, multilingual rooms
Professional ElectivesModules 21–30 · common to all GLI certifications · broaden your professional range
21
Strategic Communication and Executive Presentation
Vision, purpose and translating direction into work · Audience-centred communication and message structure · Executive leadership: the board interface and enterprise stewardship · Persuasive structure: framing, evidence and the ask
22
Leadership and Team Effectiveness
Leadership identity, style and the limits of style · Leadership assessment, feedback and continuous self-review · What critical reasoning is and what it is not · Situational and adaptive leadership
23
Analytical Thinking and Evidence-Based Reasoning
Creativity and critical-thinking development · Analytical techniques and bias · Evidence-based improvement · Problem framing: symptoms, definition and scope
24
Professional Decision-Making
Managerial decision-making, bias and decision rights · Escalation and decision-making · Decision support: briefs, options and judgement under pressure · Decision frameworks: criteria, weighting and trade-offs
25
Negotiation, Influence and Stakeholder Management
Negotiation preparation: interests, options and the walk-away · Power, followership and organisational politics · Negotiation: preparation, interests and value creation · Concessions, anchoring and the shape of a bargain
26
Project and Execution Management
Proposals, bids and the business case · Project roles and the project manager · Developing the project business case · Planning, scheduling and personal workflow systems
27
Financial Literacy for Professionals
Financial reporting standards and their application · Financial management for the operating manager · Liquidity, funding and balance sheet management · Management accounting: costing, budgeting and decision support
28
Digital Skills, AI and Technology for Professionals
Digital workplace, collaboration and user support · Productivity, collaboration and workflow tools · Tools for interaction and collaboration · Working with data: quality, interpretation and honest presentation
29
Ethics, Governance and Professional Accountability
Ethical leadership: integrity, tolerated behaviour and moral courage · Ethics, conduct and speaking up · Business development risk, ethics and integrity · AI for managers: adoption, oversight and governance
30
Personal Effectiveness, Productivity and Career Growth
Emotional competence: awareness, regulation and expression · Self-awareness, strengths and the accuracy of self-image · Emotional intelligence and self-regulation · Priority: outcomes, importance and the urgency trap

Every module opens in the learning portal with its full lesson set, worked examples, further reading and video masterclasses. 30 modules · 150 lessons.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Achieve

  • Establish a comprehensive understanding of Certified eLearning and LMS Design Expert principles aligned with recognised instructional-design, quality-assurance and CPD standards
  • Apply evidence-based methods to improve instructional design, training delivery and learning management
  • Master instructional design and curriculum development and facilitation, delivery and learner engagement
  • Apply digital, blended and e-learning and assessment, evaluation and quality assurance in real-world settings
  • Lead risk management, quality and compliance relevant to your field
  • Design stakeholder engagement and professional communication strategies
  • Use data-driven decision-making and performance-measurement tools effectively
  • Apply internationally recognised best practice to advance your career in instructional design
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CELT2 certification?

The Certified eLearning and LMS Design Expert is a professional certification awarded by the Global Leadership Institute. It covers 20 core modules specific to eLearning and LMS Design Expert, culminating in the capstone “LMS Design Capstone”, plus 10 professional elective modules common to all GLI certifications. Candidates study through the online portal, submit the capstone project and sit a final examination; those who pass receive a verifiable certificate carrying a unique certificate ID.

Who should enrol in the CELT2?

This certification is ideal for Trainers and Facilitators, Instructional and Curriculum Designers, Learning and Development Professionals and Academic and Education Administrators, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in instructional design, training delivery and learning management with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CELT2 certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 11 Week and offers flexible learning modes. Self-paced learners can progress at their own schedule, while live virtual participants follow a structured cohort schedule with facilitator-led sessions.

Is the CELT2 internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with recognised instructional-design, quality-assurance and CPD standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CELT2 certification?

The Certified eLearning and LMS Design Expert is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 399 and Live Virtual at USD 599. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CELT2 certification include?

Enrolment includes all study materials and study guides, access to GLI's online learning portal, online examination, digital certificate and badge, physical certificate (posted), CPD credits, GLI alumni network membership, and ongoing facilitator support.

What is the assessment format for the CELT2?

The Certified eLearning and LMS Design Expert is assessed through an online examination consisting of multiple-choice questions, case study analysis, and practical application assignments. The assessment is designed to evaluate real-world competency, not just theoretical recall.

What CPD credits do I earn from the CELT2?

The Certified eLearning and LMS Design Expert carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CELT2 while working full-time?

Absolutely. The self-paced option is designed for busy working professionals and allows you to study when and where it suits you. Live virtual sessions are typically scheduled in the evenings or on weekends to accommodate professional commitments.

What career outcomes can I expect from the CELT2?

Graduates progress towards senior L&D, academic and learning-leadership roles. The CELT2 strengthens your expertise in instructional design, training delivery and learning management and positions you for advancement across training providers, universities, corporates and education institutions.

Graduate Voices

What Our Alumni Say

“

The curriculum was directly applicable to my daily work. I immediately applied what I learned and saw results within weeks of completing the programme.

Head of Learning
Private Sector
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GLI's certification is the most practical professional programme I have attended. The international frameworks gave me credibility with my employer and clients.

L&D Manager
NGO Sector
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I earned my CELT2 while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Lead Facilitator
Government
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