Fundamentals of Adult Learning and Instructional Design Train The Trainers

Upon completing this program, participants will be able to:

• Apply adult learning theory to instructional design: designing instruction that leverages adult learners’ experience, connects to their work context, centres on workplace problems, and respects their self-direction — producing learning that adults value and retain.
• Apply cognitive science to learning design: chunking content to respect working memory limits (7±2 items), using spaced practice (distributed over time rather than massed), incorporating retrieval practice (testing as a learning strategy, not just assessment), and dual coding (words + images together).
• Apply Bloom’s revised taxonomy: writing learning objectives at the appropriate cognitive level (remember for factual recall, apply for skill performance, analyse for problem-solving, evaluate for professional judgement), and designing instruction and assessment aligned to each level.
• Apply the ADDIE model at professional depth: front-end analysis (needs, audience, context, constraints), design documentation (learning map, assessment strategy, delivery plan), development (content creation, activity design, materials), implementation (facilitator preparation, pilot, launch), and evaluation (formative and summative).
• Design effective assessments: aligning assessment with learning objectives (the assessment tests what the objective requires), using appropriate assessment types (multiple-choice for knowledge, performance tests for skills, case studies for analysis), and the assessment design that verifies genuine competency.
• Design technology-enhanced learning: e-learning modules, blended learning approaches, microlearning (short, focused learning units), video-based instruction, and the technology selection that enhances rather than replaces effective instructional design.

Core Topics

• Andragogy: Knowles’ six principles of adult learning
• Experiential Learning: Kolb’s cycle — experience, reflection, conceptualisation, experimentation
• Transformative Learning: Mezirow’s perspective transformation, critical reflection
• Cognitive Science: working memory, encoding, spaced practice, retrieval practice, dual coding
• ADDIE at Depth: analysis, design, develop, implement, evaluate — professional methodology
• Bloom’s Revised Taxonomy: remember, understand, apply, analyse, evaluate, create
• Learning Objectives: condition, performance, criterion — aligned to taxonomy level
• Instructional Strategies: lecture, discussion, demonstration, practice, case study, simulation
• Assessment Design: objective-aligned, knowledge/skill/judgement, formative/summative
• E-Learning Design: structure, interactivity, engagement, assessment, LMS integration
• Blended Learning: combining online and face-to-face, optimal blending strategies
• Microlearning: short-form, focused, just-in-time, performance support
• Evaluation: Kirkpatrick Levels 1-4 at professional depth, ROI awareness

• Safety trainers wanting deeper instructional design competency
• Instructional designers specialising in safety and compliance training
• Training managers designing organisational learning programmes
• HR learning and development professionals
• Academic instructors in safety and health programmes
• Anyone seeking professional-level instructional design foundations

• No academic degree required
• All instruction in English

Upon completion, graduates receive an American Institute of Safety Professionals certificate, wallet card, and transcript. Employer-verifiable at amiosp.com/student-verifications.

• Train the Trainer: OSH (delivery skills)
• Safety Training for Managers and Workers (programme management)
• Fundamentals of Adult Learning and Instructional Design — YOU ARE HERE (science of learning)
• CSHT: Certified Safety and Health Trainer (trainer certification)

Participants receive online training delivered through leading delivery platforms and the institute's Learning Management System (LMS). Training is provided directly by American Institute of Safety Professionals as well as through its network of Accredited Training Providers (ATPs), all backed by expert instruction and official study materials. Assessments are conducted online, and successful participants are awarded internationally recognized certificates.

To suit individual needs and schedules, participants can access training through the student dashboard and choose from a range of flexible delivery options, including blended learning, e-learning, remote and distance learning, and face-to-face instruction.