The Diploma of Learning Design provides students with the knowledge and understanding of:

• theories and practices appropriate for the design of learning in the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector;
• theories and practices appropriate for teaching in the VET sector;
• management and evaluation of learning programs at Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) levels 1-6, including effective teaching and learning strategies, curriculum construction and assessment/evaluation procedures;
• the professional work of trainers/teachers and teaching no matter where they are located, including the socio-ethical, legal, financial and security issues in such settings;
• the diagnosis, analysis, design and planning, implementation of learning programs within the sector; and
• effective communication with other professionals and the wider community on learning matters.

The Diploma of Learning Design is an undergraduate program that can be completed in 1 year full-time study or equivalent. The program consists of 8 courses (48 units of credit).