Learning and Performance Technology
Graduate ProgramsWhy Study Learning and Performance Technology?
Instructional designers, instructional developers, trainers, and performance improvement specialists are in high demand. In both the public and private sectors, there is a significant need for trained professionals who can design and deliver effective learning products.
Learning and Performance Technology (LAPT), formerly named ISD, is one of UMBC’s most established graduate programs. Our online certificates and master’s programs provide an innovative and career-focused curriculum. We offer all courses in an online format to accommodate the schedules of busy working professionals. If you are interested in solving problems in organizations by designing, delivering, supporting, and measuring training, learning, and performance within organizations, the LAPT graduate program at UMBC will prepare you to do exactly that.
As of Fall 2024, applications are currently not being accepted for our master’s or certificate programs.
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Master of Arts in Learning and Performance Technology
Instructional designers, instructional developers, trainers, and performance improvement specialists are in high demand. In both the public and private sectors, there is a significant need for trained professionals who can design and deliver effective learning products.
VIEW Master of Arts DETAILS →Certificate in Instructional Systems Development
UMBC’s Instructional Systems Development Certificate provides comprehensive training in creating and managing instructional systems, ideal for professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in training development.
VIEW Certificate DETAILS →Certificate in Instructional Technology
UMBC’s Instructional Technology Certificate provides specialized training in using multimedia and web-based tools to enhance learning and instruction.
VIEW Certificate DETAILS →Certificate in Learning and Performance Technology
UMBC’s Learning and Performance Technology Certificate equips students with advanced skills in performance improvement and training development to enhance organizational effectiveness.
VIEW Certificate DETAILS →Certificate in eLearning
UMBC’s eLearning Certificate equips students with the skills to design and deliver effective online training programs, addressing the growing need for digital education solutions.
VIEW Certificate DETAILS →Tuition, Scholarships & Financial Aid
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UMBC participates in all federal and state student financial aid programs and offers scholarships and assistantships through the Graduate School, Graduate Departments and the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships.
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