How to become an Instructional Designer

Instructional design is a satisfying, lucrative career, and there's an ever-growing need for competent instructional designers.
If you're wondering how to become an instructional designer, this comprehensive webinar will help you tick all the right boxes and land your first instructional design job!
What you'll learn:
- What to expect in an instructional design job interview
- How to stand out from other applicants
- What employers are looking for
- How to succeed as a transitioning teacher
About the presenter

Cara North
Director of Learning and Development in Circulo Health
Cara has worked in L&D for 10+ years in both corporate and higher education settings. She is also a PhD student in Learning Technologies and proudly serves as President of Central Ohio ATD. A self-proclaimed professional development and social media junkie, you can often find her on Twitter (@caranorth11) or hosting her show about Learning Technologies on The Training Learning and Development Cast (https://www.tldc.us)
Cara has worked in L&D for 10+ years in both corporate and higher education settings. She is also a PhD student in Learning Technologies and proudly serves as President of Central Ohio ATD. A self-proclaimed professional development and social media junkie, you can often find her on Twitter (@caranorth11) or hosting her show about Learning Technologies on The Training Learning and Development Cast (https://www.tldc.us)
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