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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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      Pearson

      Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP): Unit 3

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, IT Security Architecture, Data Centers, Risk Management Framework, Identity and Access Management

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Practical Software Testing

      Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Test Case, Software Testing, Functional Testing, Software Documentation, System Testing, Development Testing, Regression Testing, Code Review, Test Data, Issue Tracking, Quality Assurance, Technical Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Starweaver

      Gen AI Sales Forecasting and Marketing Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Google Gemini, Customer Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Generative AI, Governance, Artificial Intelligence, Sales Strategy, AI Personalization, Customer Insights, Marketing Strategies, ChatGPT, Marketing Effectiveness, Sales Enablement, Forecasting, Automation, Analysis, Process Optimization, Visualization (Computer Graphics)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Intermediate Projects and Advanced UiPath Concepts

      Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Robotic Process Automation, Transaction Processing, Debugging, Human Resources Software, Business Process Automation, Test Automation, Automation, Workflow Management, Data Entry, Data Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      AI & Predictive Analytics with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Random Forest Algorithm, Text Mining, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Computational Logic, Python Programming, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Science, Data Processing, Unstructured Data, Algorithms

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Lund University

      The Juliet Language for Motion Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Controls, Automation Engineering, Programming Principles, Control Systems, Automation, Scripting Languages, Software Architecture, Real-Time Operating Systems, Robotic Process Automation, Other Programming Languages, Computer Programming, Event-Driven Programming, Coordination, Debugging

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Edureka

      Generative AI for Automation

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Generative AI Agents, Business Process Automation, Make.com, Large Language Modeling, Automation, ChatGPT, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, LLM Application, LangChain, Responsible AI, Workflow Management, OpenAI, Tool Calling, Process Optimization, Application Programming Interface (API), Artificial Intelligence, Decision Support Systems

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      RESTful API with Express

      Skills you'll gain: API Design, Data Store, Routing Protocols, Javascript

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Power Platform Integration with Azure & Custom APIs

      Skills you'll gain: Application Lifecycle Management, Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Azure, Application Deployment, Postman API Platform, DevOps, CI/CD, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud Solutions, Mobile Development, UI Components, TypeScript, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      SEO Copywriting for Digital Marketing Success

      Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Content Strategy, Blogs, Copywriting, Search Engine Optimization, Web Content, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Marketing, Content Creation, Content Management, Writing, Editing, Drive Engagement, Proofreading

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Skillshare

      Understand & Use AI – ChatGPT with Smart Prompting Tips

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Workflow Management, Business Workflow Analysis, Large Language Modeling, Writing, Target Audience, Content Creation, Artificial Intelligence, Social Media

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Java Spring Boot - Advanced

      Skills you'll gain: Microservices, Spring Framework, Spring Boot, YAML, MongoDB, Application Deployment, NoSQL, Ajax, Software Architecture, Java, Development Environment, Scalability, Load Balancing, Data Integration, Restful API, Configuration Management, Application Performance Management, Continuous Deployment, Web Applications, Javascript and jQuery

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

    • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP): Unit 3: Pearson
    • Practical Software Testing: Board Infinity
    • Gen AI Sales Forecasting and Marketing Analysis: Starweaver
    • Intermediate Projects and Advanced UiPath Concepts: Packt
    • AI & Predictive Analytics with Python: EDUCBA
    • The Juliet Language for Motion Programming: Lund University
    • Generative AI for Automation: Edureka
    • RESTful API with Express: Packt
    • Power Platform Integration with Azure & Custom APIs: Board Infinity
    • SEO Copywriting for Digital Marketing Success: Skillshare

    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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