Digital learning designer
Level 5 · HigherDigital 2 yr typical
About this apprenticeship
What it involves
Digital learning designers create engaging online learning experiences - including e-learning modules, videos, interactive courses, and blended programmes - for organisations that need to train their staff or customers effectively. You will combine instructional design principles with digital authoring tools to produce content that helps people learn and retain new skills. The role suits people who enjoy creativity, education, and technology.
On the job
What you’ll learn
Instructional design models such as ADDIE, SAM, and learning objectives
E-learning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline or Rise
Learning management system (LMS) administration and SCORM packaging
Visual design principles for on-screen learning content
Video production and editing for learning purposes
Learner needs analysis and evaluation of learning effectiveness
Accessibility standards for digital learning content
On the job
What you’ll do day to day
Meet with subject matter experts to gather content for new courses
Write scripts, storyboards, and learning objectives for each module
Build interactive e-learning modules using authoring software
Record and edit voiceover audio and short instructional videos
Upload and test finished courses on the organisation's LMS
Gather learner feedback and use it to improve existing content
Ensure all learning materials meet accessibility guidelines
The deal
How this apprenticeship works
You earn a wage from day one. You are a paid employee, not a student. There are no tuition fees - the training is funded by your employer and the government.
About 20% is “off-the-job” training. Roughly a day a week is spent learning away from your normal duties - at a college, training provider, or online - working towards a recognised qualification.
It ends with an end-point assessment (EPA). Near the end, an independent assessor checks you can do the job to the national standard - through tests, a project, a portfolio or an interview. Pass it and you are fully qualified.
How to get there
What you need to start
Level 5 (Higher) - roughly Foundation-degree level. Usually needs Level 3 (A-levels, a T-Level, or an Advanced apprenticeship) or relevant experience.
What’s next: Can lead to a Level 6 (Degree) apprenticeship or a senior role.
Entry requirements are set by each employer and can vary - always check the specific vacancy.
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