The Digital Learning Institute announces major updates to Certified Digital Learning Professional Program with launch of Career-Specific Skills Pathways

Dublin, Ireland – February 6, 2025 – The Digital Learning Institute (DLI), a global leader in digital learning design education, announces a major evolution in its flagship Certified Digital Learning Professional (CDLP) program. Responding to the expanding and specialized demands of the digital learning industry, DLI introduces career-specific skills pathways to empower professionals to thrive in diverse and evolving roles. 

The enhanced CDLP program includes four foundational modules covering Digital Learning Fundamentals, Design Principles, Learning Experience, and AI for Learning. Students can then specialize in one of six career-specific pathways: 

• Instructional Design 

• Learning Experience (LX) Design 

• Immersive Learning 

• Accessibility and Universal Design 

• Digital Teaching and Training 

• Project Management 

These pathways allow students to tailor their learning journey to meet specific career aspirations, ensuring their skills align with industry demands and future trends. 

Learn, Practice, Apply: A Proven Model for Success 

The CDLP program follows DLI’s proven Learn > Practice > Apply model. Students start with foundational learning, progress to real-world projects assessed as part of the course, and then apply their skills in professional settings. This model equips graduates with job-ready expertise and a standout portfolio to showcase their skills. 

Professional Development (CPD) Subscription: The Ultimate Learning Companion 

Underpinning this innovation is the enhanced Professional Development (CPD) Subscription, offering a library of learning resources to complement studies and keep skills current into the future. Highlights include: 

• 19 Microcredentials in topics such as AI, Neuroscience of Learning, and Project Management 

• A library of updated digital learning toolkits, guides and templates 

• Access to expert-led live events and networking forums 

John Kilroy, Founder and Chief Product Officer of the Digital Learning Institute, explains: "Our new pathways reflect the maturity of the digital learning industry and the increasingly specialized roles within it. The CDLP program is designed to meet the current needs of professionals while future-proofing their careers. The Professional Development Subscription ensures that learning doesn’t stop at graduation but evolves with the industry." 

The CDLP program and subscription reinforce DLI’s commitment to empowering professionals to design impactful, future-ready digital learning solutions. 

Explore the new program pathways and subscription benefits at www.digitallearninginstitute.com  

The Digital Learning Institute (DLI) is the global standard for certification in digital learning and instructional design. Since 2018, DLI has empowered thousands of professionals and organizations worldwide to create transformative learning experiences. Through expert-led courses and certifications, DLI is shaping the future of education by making high quality digital learning accessible anytime, anywhere.