Apprenticeship Β· earn while you train Β· live UK standard from the careers engine
Apprenticeship

Digital learning designer

Level
5
Higher
Length
2 yrs
typical
Sector
Digital
Pay
Paid
you earn while training

In a nutshell

A digital designer works closely with colleagues to deliver high-quality learning activities.

What you'd do

Meet with subject matter experts to gather content for new courses
Write scripts, storyboards, and learning objectives for each module
Build interactive e-learning modules using authoring software
Record and edit voiceover audio and short instructional videos
Upload and test finished courses on the organisation's LMS
Gather learner feedback and use it to improve existing content
Ensure all learning materials meet accessibility guidelines

What you'd learn

Instructional design models such as ADDIE, SAM, and learning objectives
E-learning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline or Rise
Learning management system (LMS) administration and SCORM packaging
Visual design principles for on-screen learning content
Video production and editing for learning purposes
Learner needs analysis and evaluation of learning effectiveness
Accessibility standards for digital learning content
Ready to look for a place?
See live Digital learning designer apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
Find vacancies
A Careermash concept Β· apprenticeship standard from our careers engine Β· vacancies via gov.uk.

Career data: role, pay and progression profiles built for Careermash's careers engine; AI-impact estimates from Anthropic's observed AI-usage telemetry and OpenAI's AI Jobs Transition Framework. Course data: HESA / Discover Uni, including Graduate Outcomes, LEO and the National Student Survey. Apprenticeships: IfATE-published standards, approved only.

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