Instructional Design & Tech Accelerator System
Ready to build real ID skills—and finally feel confident about the projects you create for your portfolio?
Your Instructional Design Journey Starts Here!
Two Paths. One Destination.
Choose How You Want to Learn and Grow.
Whether you’re looking to learn at your own pace or want extra support along the way, you have two ways to grow inside the Instructional Design & Tech Accelerator program.
IDTA Program
The IDTA Program gives you the full curriculum and roadmap to build job-ready instructional design skills.
Career Focused Curriculum
Build the exact skills hiring managers look for through 110+ video lessons you can complete at your own pace. Learn with lifetime access, apply what you learn confidently in real-world roles, and skip the fluff and filler.
IDTA Skill Wheel
Follow a clear, structured learning path through the six core skill areas every instructional designer needs, so you always know what to focus on next.11 Hands-On Projects
Apply what you learn through real instructional design projects, including eLearning, instructor-led courses, video scripts, and more. Each project includes clear rubrics and real student examples to help you stay on track and produce professional work.IDTA Toolbox
Use the same tools and frameworks working instructional designers rely on to design, build, and evaluate learning solutions.Job-Ready Proof Kit
Complete IDTA with a full suite of proof: completed projects, a certificate of completion, polished portfolio, resume, and LinkedIn profile, everything you need to demonstrate your skills to hiring managers and feel confident applying for ID roles.Standout Portfolio
Build a professional, skill-aligned portfolio that helps you get noticed. Every project you complete is designed to showcase your strengths and relevance to hiring managers.Workbook Series
A collection of five guided workbooks designed to help you design and develop your projects, learn the language of instructional design, create high-quality work, prepare for interviews, review real examples, and build confidence as you go.Certificate of Completion
Earned by completing the core IDTA curriculum. Reflects your commitment to learning and building foundational instructional design skills.
$1,299
(No tool purchases necessary)
IDTA RocketFuel
IDTA RocketFuel adds coaching, feedback, and support so you never feel stuck or alone.
Group Coaching Sessions
Live sessions designed to sharpen your skills, build confidence, expand your network, and support your transition into instructional design.
Unlimited Work Reviews & Personalized Feedback
Submit your projects for experienced feedback to grow your skills, polish your deliverables, and ensure you're on the right track.Resume Support
Get help crafting a resume that showcases your strengths, speaks to the ID market, and attracts opportunities.Portfolio Review & Feedback
Receive tailored guidance on presenting your work clearly and confidently, so your portfolio reflects your unique value as an instructional designer.Coaching Replays & Support Hub
Access all past sessions, exclusive resources, bonus content, and content/resource updates in one place, available on your schedule.IDTA Support Team & Help Desk Access
Stuck? Submit support questions anytime and get fast, personalized support from real people who care about your progress. No need to wait for the next coaching call. Available Monday-Friday.Private IDTA Accelerator Community
Connect with peers, celebrate wins, ask questions, and grow alongside other aspiring and experienced instructional designers.Enhanced Job-Ready Proof Kit
Go beyond the basics. Earn achievement badges and, if your work meets the standard, receive a LinkedIn recommendation from our team.
40 ATD Education Credits
Earn 40 credits toward two ATD certificate programs (see ATD.org for current eligibility and details).
Verified Certificate of Completion
Finish the full program with RocketFuel and receive a verified certificate that reflects your work and achievements.
First Month Free
(Then, $99 per month)
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Incredible Value—Designed for Real Life
We believe instructional design education should be high-quality, flexible, and accessible.
When you're building a new career path, you shouldn't have to choose between affordability and quality. That's why our programs are priced to support real people making real transitions—without compromising on value, depth, or support.
What students are saying
"This program is one of the most robust yet fulfilling L&D programs I’ve seen. I learned so much about the industry and about the limitless of my own capabilities. I am grateful for Shawntay and the trainers. If you’re on the fence, I say take the leap, you won't regret it!"
— Shawnice Edge
"If you are wanting to learn Instructional Design, then you should take this course. It will take you from zero knowledge to actually having a portfolio that you can show off. It is organized, precise and thorough. It is well worth the investment. You won’t be disappointed!"
— TC Boyd
"This program has been a godsend as I try to make a big change out of a career in education! The program is broken down into bite-sized chunks so well, and the feedback along the way helps rid you of imposter syndrome. The team is so supportive, and I couldn’t ask for more!"
— Jessica Cole
"I would wholeheartedly recommend the Instructional Design & Tech Accelerator program to anyone who is looking to break into the ID field. After spending 14 years in education, I was ready for a change. Instructional Design fit my skill set and interests."
—Stacy Richardson
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The Curriculum
In the Instructional Design & Tech Accelerator Program, you’ll receive LIFETIME ACCESS to a comprehensive, expertly designed curriculum that covers all the essential areas of instructional design. Whether you’re aiming to pivot into this dynamic field or enhance your current skills, our program is designed to help you develop sought after instructional design skills.
INCREDIBLE VALUE WITHOUT THE HUGE PRICE TAG!
Inside the Instructional Design & Tech Accelerator, you'll follow a practical, fast-tracked curriculum designed to help you build real-world instructional design skills—step by step.
No prior experience needed.
Instructional Design (Theories/Models): You’ll explore key models, including ADDIE and SAM, as well as adult learning theory and strategies to mitigate learning loss. You'll learn how to define the needs of your learners, the learning experience, complete the training needs analysis, and so much more, all while building real projects for your portfolio!
Instructor-Led Course Development: You'll learn and create an instructor-led training (ILT) experience for your portfolio as well as develop a facilitator guide and a participant workbook to enhance engagement.
Video (Adobe Premiere Pro): You'll learn how to create and edit videos through the application. By the end of this stage, you'll have a video for your portfolio.
eLearning (Storyline, Rise): You'll learn to create storyboards and elearning modules, using tools like Articulate Storyline and Rise 360, to build portfolio-ready projects.
Evaluation: You'll learn how to create surveys and measure the quality and effectiveness of learning experiences! You'll create a real project for your portfolio!
L&D Project Management: We set you up for success by equipping you with essential project management skills for instructional designers. Use what you learn here to describe your process in your portfolio!
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Learn the skills and frameworks experienced instructional designers use!
Skills and Knowledge Are Not Enough!
You Need Proof You Can Do the Work.
Build Your Job-Ready Proof Kit in IDTA!
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Follow Our Proven IDTA Process!
Our step-by-step roadmap removes the guesswork!
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Request a Demo: Instructional Design & Tech Accelerator Program
Curious about a rewarding career in instructional design—where you can keep learning, get creative, and help others? You don’t need to spend years or thousands of dollars on another degree!
Get a full walk-through of our IDTA program and see firsthand the value-packed curriculum, resources, and support you’ll receive.
No pressure, just complete transparency—see for yourself how we can help you fast-track your skill development in instructional design!
What students are saying
"Shawntay's meticulous course design is fantastic. I had an incredible experience with the "Instructional Design & Tech Accelerator Certificate Program" in my life, and I would highly recommend this premium course to anyone interested in becoming an Instructional Designer and eLearning Developer."
— Shams U. Tabriz
"This program has been INCREDIBLE! I have enjoyed the short and informative lectures, which is something I intend to do it my own classes, as well as the triads for accountability. The weekly meetings allowed us to find out how it REALLY is from people in the ID field. I have learned so much."
— Jennifer Morrison
"The Instructional Design & Tech Accelerator Certificate Program was a cost-effective way to learn the skills necessary to become an ID and make the career transition that I have been wanting to make for a while. I walked away with a portfolio that has led to scheduling several interviews and landing a job as an ID!"
— Margaret Elizondo
"Love the in depth guidance of your “building of the course” the instructional document template cheat sheet reminds me of a well developed unit plan and the backward planning model. Such a clear transition from teaching to ID."
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— Dr. Karen Garcia
And there's more!
Get Our IDTA RocketFuel Monthly Package for Support!
Monthly. No Contract. Cancel Anytime.
With IDTA RocketFuel, you get access to...
Help Desk: Need quick support between coaching sessions? No problem with the IDTA RocketFuel Help Desk.
Unlimited Live Coaching & Replays: Join one of our coaching sessions for support and networking. Can't make it? No problem. Catch the replay!
Unlimited Work Reviews: Learn through the IDTA Curriculum, apply what you learned to a curated for you project, and then submit your work for review by one of our experienced coaches.
Personalized Feedback: We provide rubrics to help guide you with your projects, but we take it even further in IDTA RocketFuel with personalized feedback to help you grow your skills further, faster.
Enhanced Job-Ready Proof Kit: You'll build a Proof Kit in IDTA, but you can build an enhanced Job-Ready Proof Kit with our IDTA RocketFuel program with a verified certificate of completion, badges, ATD education credits, possibly a LinkedIn recommendation, and more projects for your portfolio.
Join a Supportive Community
of Aspiring & Working Instructional Designers
Our private Accelerator community gives you support, inspiration, and motivation—plus direct access to fellow ID professionals on the same journey. Many of our members build lasting friendships, share wins, and open doors to career opportunities together.
These connections help keep you moving forward, and can elevate your career through networking, encouragement, and expert insights.
Join a Supportive Community!
Find Your People.
Get Support.
Grow Your Network!
Get Expert Feedback That Moves You Forward!
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Love It Guarantee
You’ll get full access to the program, and if within the first 7 days you decide it’s not the right fit, just let us know. We’ll refund your purchase—minus a small $75 admin fee. See Refund Policy.
Still Unsure?
15 Ways the Instructional Design & Tech Accelerator Prepares You for Real Opportunities in Instructional Design
Be Job-Ready: Learn in-demand instructional design skills and build a portfolio that shows what you can do.
Showcase a Polish Portfolio: Create 11+ assets to demonstrate your capabilities to hiring teams.
Project Management Foundations: Manage learning projects confidently using real tools and templates.
Define Learner Needs: Tailor content and delivery to meet the goals of diverse learner audiences.
Lead and Collaborate: Gain guided experience simulating collaboration with stakeholders and SMEs through reviews, feedback loops, and peer discussions inside the IDTA program.
Develop Across Modalities: Build instructor-led, eLearning, and video content using industry-standard tools.
Design for Impact: Align lessons to outcomes, goals, and measurable results.
Leverage AI in Your Workflow: Learn how to integrate AI tools into your instructional design process to brainstorm ideas, organize content, accelerate development, and enhance quality, skills increasingly valued in today's learning landscape.
Support Inclusive Learning: Design experiences that reflect diversity, equity, and accessibility.
Measure for Impact: Learn methods to evaluate instructional effectiveness and identify improvements using learner feedback and performance indicators.
Apply Learning Models: Use ADDIE and other models to guide your design process.
Receive Feedback: Get feedback on your projects from our coaches and/or your peers to help you grow your skills and confidence.
Create Support Assets: Design facilitator guides, participant workbooks, and support tools.
Build Your Resume: Create a professional resume that effectively highlights your instructional design skill set.
Grow Your Network: Connect with peers and mentors to stay encouraged and informed.
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What students are saying
"The Instructional Design & Tech Accelerator program was very organized and provided more than I expected. I am happy about my asset creations which I have added to my portfolio. I am counting on them to help me obtain a role as an instructional designer.I would definitely recommend this program."
— Tatiana Lozada
"This program is worth the investment of your time and finances. It is thorough and provides you with practical exercises that are relevant to today's job market. I have had 2 interviews so far where I discussed my instructional design process and both employers were impressed with how thorough I was."
— Junell McCall
"This is such a powerful and helpful program! I was lucky enough to be a part of a spring challenge lasting one week last year. I receieved such meaningful support and feedback through that experience - I was hooked! Shawntay and her team are there for you through the entire process. They truly want you to succeed"
— Becca Bergman
"The Instructional Design and Tech Accelerator program is worth the time and money! The modules are well organized and get at the heart of what instructional designers and e-Learning developers need to know and be able to do. And--support is there when you need it!"
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— Samantha Curtis Holness
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Justify the Investment to Your Boss:
Purchase Orders Welcome!
Already working on, or anticipating, training solutions in your role?
Why not have your employer cover the cost of your enrollment in the Instructional Design & Tech Accelerator?
Many of our students have successfully secured funding from their employers
because they needed enhanced skills to meet their training goals. You can do the same! Need a conversation guide? Send us a quick email.
If your organization prefers to pay via purchase order,
simply contact us at [email protected] and we’ll walk you through next steps.
What's Included in the Instructional Design & Tech Accelerator Program?
All students receive lifetime access to the full curriculum, which includes 100+ video lessons, a 200+ page companion workbook with checklists, templates, and how-to guides, and a library of downloadable resources. Students who also enroll in IDTA RockeFuel receive access to our help desk, coaching sessions, replays, reviews and feedback, enhanced Job-Ready Proof Kit, optional projects, and more.
How long do I have access to the Instructional Design & Tech Accelerator Curriculum?
You get lifetime access to the IDTA video based curriculum.
I don't live in the United States. Should I enroll in the program?
Absolutely! If you’re looking to transition into instructional design or eLearning, this program is for you, no matter where you live. We welcome students from around the world and design our curriculum to be flexible, practical, and globally relevant.
I'm interested, but can't afford it...what should I do?
We understand that investing in your growth can feel challenging when money is tight. While we don’t offer an in-house payment plan, you can choose to pay over time using services like Affirm or Klarna at checkout. We never encourage anyone to take on more than they’re comfortable with, but it’s worth considering how a small step now could lead to meaningful opportunities down the road. Just a heads-up: program pricing may increase, so if you’re feeling ready, this option can help make it more manageable.
I work full-time and have limited time...can I do this program?
Absolutely. Many of our students work full-time while completing the program. The Instructional Design & Tech Accelerator is designed for flexibility; you can move through the curriculum at your own pace and on your own schedule. You’ll have lifetime access to the full curriculum.
Do you offer a guarantee?
We want you to feel confident in your decision to invest in yourself. That’s why we offer a 7-day Love It Guarantee. Explore the program for 7 full days. If you decide it’s not the right fit, simply reach out within that window and we’ll refund your purchase—minus a $75 administrative fee. No pressure. No hard feelings. Just a real opportunity to try it out and decide if this path is right for you. See Refund Policy.
I'm feeling overwhelmed by all the things I am going to learn. Can I really do this?
Feeling overwhelmed at the start is totally normal, especially when you’re learning something new and exciting. If you’re committed and comfortable using technology, yes, we believe you can do this. You don’t have to figure it all out on your own. We have provided resources to help guide you throughout the curriculum. One step at a time. That’s how real growth happens. Plus, if you join IDTA RocketFuel, you'll have access to support and coaching along the way.
I'm not a Facebook User. Can I still enroll?
Absolutely! You do not need Facebook to participate in the program. We host a private community outside of Facebook, and all of your course materials and coaching access are available through our dedicated learning portal.
Do I need to buy an Articulate 360 license to complete the program?
No, you do not need to purchase an Articulate 360 license to complete your Storyline and Rise projects in the Instructional Design & Tech Accelerator program. We’ll guide you on how to make the most of the free trial and give you tips on when to activate it, so you can complete your assignments without the added expense.
Do I really need IDTA RocketFuel?
IDTA RocketFuel is not required, but it is highly recommended. With IDTA RocketFuel, you will never be alone in this program. You will have access to a help desk for quick support Monday-Friday, unlimited access to coaching sessions and replays, get 2-3 work reviews with personalized feedback per week as well as access to more options to demonstrate proof you are job-ready and optional projects to add to your portfolio, and more, for as long as you are enrolled in IDTA RocketFuel.
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