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Instructional Designers and Technologists

Also known as: Certified Performance Technologist, Chief Technology Officer, Director, Educational Research and Product Strategy, Education Specialist, Educational Technologist, Human Performance Technologist, Instructional Design Consultant, Instructional Design Specialist, Instructional Design Technologist, Instructional Designer

Develop instructional materials and products and assist in the technology-based redesign of courses. Assist faculty in learning about, becoming proficient in, and applying instructional technology.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

High School Diploma4%
Bachelor's Degree26%
Master's Degree4%
Doctoral/Professional Degree65%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

None9%
6 months - 1 year13%
1-2 years22%
2-4 years35%
4-6 years22%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

None13%
Up to 1 month13%
1-3 months30%
3-6 months22%
6 months - 1 year13%
1-2 years4%
2-4 years4%

How AI Impacts Each Task

23 tasks analyzed

Present and make recommendations regarding course design, technology, and instruction delivery options.

Define instructional, learning, or performance objectives.

Develop instructional materials and products for technology-based redesign of courses.

Design learning products, including web-based aids or electronic performance support systems.

Provide analytical support for the design and development of training curricula, learning strategies, educational policies, or courseware standards.

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

Attention to DetailInitiativeDependabilityCooperationIntegrityAnalytical ThinkingInnovationIndependenceAdaptability/FlexibilityAchievement/EffortPersistenceStress Tolerance

Wage & Employment (2024)

Median Wage

$74,720

per year

Mean Wage

$77,600

per year

Employment

211K

workers

Wage Range

$46,560 - $115,410

10th - 90th pct

Wage Distribution

$46,560Median: $74,720$115,410
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