Learning & Development Fundamentals

Understanding the principles and practice of workplace learning and development

Course Overview

This course provides learners with an understanding of learning and development and the processes used to design, deliver and evaluate workplace learning solutions. Learners will explore learning needs analysis, instructional design principles, adult learning theory, delivery methods, digital learning and the evaluation of training effectiveness. The course is suitable for L&D practitioners, HR professionals and managers with training responsibilities.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand the purpose and scope of workplace learning and development
• Conduct a learning needs analysis
• Apply adult learning principles to L&D design
• Design effective learning solutions using instructional design models
• Select appropriate learning delivery methods for different contexts
• Apply digital learning and blended learning approaches
• Evaluate learning effectiveness using appropriate models

Course Structure (4 topics, 12 lessons)