Graduate Certificate in Workplace Learning

Purdue University’s fully online Graduate Certificate in Workplace Learning equips professionals in human resources, quality improvement and organizational leadership with skills in instructional design, educational technology and strategic assessment. This program builds a foundation in workplace learning and can also be applied toward the Master of Science in Education (MSEd) in Learning Design and Technology.

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Overview
Graduate Certificate in Workplace Learning

The fully online Graduate Certificate in Workplace Learning from Purdue University prepares professionals to design, assess, and implement workplace-based learning programs. Whether you work in human resources, quality improvement, organizational leadership or another industry, the program provides transferable skills in instructional design, educational technology and organizational evaluation. Courses emphasize practical strategies and the latest research in learning theory and instructional communication.

Students gain tools to improve employee performance and align professional development with organizational goals. By completing this program, students build a strong foundation in workplace learning methods that can be applied across diverse industries.

2
Semesters to Completion
9
number of credits required
$450
cost per credit hour (Indiana Resident)
$675
cost per credit hour (Non-Indiana Resident)

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Program Specifics

Career Outcomes

27,333
Unique Job Postings
5.1%
projected growth
$74.6k
Median Advertised salaries

Top Job Titles

  • Training and Development Specialists
  • Self-Enrichment Teachers
  • Training and Development Managers
  • Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors

Top Industries

  • Elementary and secondary schools
  • Colleges, universities and professional schools
  • Musical instrument and supplies retailers
  • Custom computer programming services
  • Junior colleges

Source: Lightcast Analyst, Q3 2025 Data Set (Sept. 2025)

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