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    Instructional design courses can help you learn how to create effective learning experiences using educational theory, technology, and learner-centered strategies.

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      Siemens

      Expedite – Skills for Industry: Future of Industry

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Engineering Practices, Technical Communication, Data Ethics, Internet Of Things, Generative AI, Engineering Management, Communication, Automation, Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence, Emerging Technologies, Collaboration, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Cross-Functional Collaboration, Business Ethics, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Corporate Sustainability

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Cisco Learning and Certifications

      Examining MPLS VPN Operation

      Skills you'll gain: Border Gateway Protocol

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      The Ultimate SQL Bootcamp: Zero to Hero in 9 Hours

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft SQL Servers, Relational Databases, Data Analysis, Data Management

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Applied Cryptography & Information Security

      Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Network Security, Blockchain, Encryption, Public Key Infrastructure, Application Security, Computer Security, Data Encryption Standard, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Key Management, Security Engineering, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Assurance, Secure Coding, Data Integrity, Security Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Hardware Architecture, Intellectual Property

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnKartS

      Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Conflict Management, Stress Management, Empathy, Self-Motivation, Personal Development, Resilience, Professional Development, Communication, Team Building, Collaboration, Leadership Development, Relationship Building, Adaptability

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Edureka

      Master DevOps: CI/CD, Automation & Monitoring

      Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), AWS CloudFormation, CI/CD, Jenkins, Git (Version Control System), Ansible, Prometheus (Software), Grafana, Docker (Software), Kubernetes, Terraform, Continuous Deployment, Containerization, Version Control, DevOps, Application Deployment, Amazon Web Services, Cloud-Native Computing, System Monitoring, Configuration Management

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      ADP AIRS® Entry-Level Recruiter

      Skills you'll gain: Recruitment, Talent Pipelining, Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Talent Acquisition, Change Management, Full Cycle Recruitment, Job Analysis, Market Research, Applicant Tracking Systems, Talent Recruitment, Process Improvement, Recruitment Strategies, Consultative Approaches, Performance Measurement, Organizational Structure, Talent Sourcing, Communication, Branding

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Simplilearn

      Jmeter training for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Testing, Software Testing, Application Programming Interface (API), DevOps, System Testing, Test Planning, Scalability, Scripting, Simulations

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Cisco Learning and Certifications

      Implementing MPLS VPNs

      Skills you'll gain: Multiprotocol Label Switching, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Border Gateway Protocol, Wide Area Networks, Network Troubleshooting, Network Routers, Network Routing, Network Monitoring, Command-Line Interface, Verification And Validation, Data Structures

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      AI Development with DeepSeek for Developers

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Artificial Intelligence, Application Programming Interface (API), API Design, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning Methods

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      TikTok Features: Duets & Stitches

      Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Action Oriented, Strategic Thinking

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

      Designing the Future of Finance

      Skills you'll gain: FinTech, Financial Regulation, Financial Services, Mobile Banking, Application Programming Interface (API), Banking Services, Interoperability, Banking, Payment Systems, Regulatory Compliance, Finance, Business Strategies, Retail Banking, Data Access, Innovation, Data Governance, Customer experience improvement, Data Sharing, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Data Security

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular instructional design courses

    • Expedite – Skills for Industry: Future of Industry: Siemens
    • Examining MPLS VPN Operation: Cisco Learning and Certifications
    • The Ultimate SQL Bootcamp: Zero to Hero in 9 Hours: Packt
    • Applied Cryptography & Information Security: Macquarie University
    • Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace: LearnKartS
    • Master DevOps: CI/CD, Automation & Monitoring: Edureka
    • ADP AIRS® Entry-Level Recruiter: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
    • Jmeter training for Beginners: Simplilearn
    • Implementing MPLS VPNs: Cisco Learning and Certifications
    • AI Development with DeepSeek for Developers: Board Infinity

    Why Learn Instructional Design?

    Instructional design focuses on developing educational content and experiences that help people learn effectively—whether in classrooms, online platforms, or workplace training. It blends learning science, curriculum development, and digital tools to support meaningful outcomes. Learning instructional design can prepare you to create engaging learning solutions across education, business, and nonprofit sectors.

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