9 out of 10 new jobs are offered to those with a college degree.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics says that employment of instructional coordinators is projected to grow 6% from 2019 to 2029—faster than the average for all occupations.
Nearly 70% of UWF students receive financial assistance. UWF awarded more than $101 million in grants, scholarships and loans in past academic years.
The fully-online Bachelor of Science in Instructional Design and Technology prepares students to fulfill training, organizational development and performance improvement positions. Graduates from the program are prepared for roles in healthcare, government, U.S. military, business, corporate positions, K–12 and higher education or any organization that has a need to improve performance, train new and existing staff or integrate technology in the workplace.
UWF’s experienced, responsive and caring faculty guide students through an engaging curriculum, emphasizing collaborative and individualized projects, building skills and engaging students in the application of classroom knowledge in real-world settings. Students will hone in on problem-solving, research, communication and leadership skills to emerge prepared to analyze organizational performance, identify root causes of current or potential deficiencies, and design, develop, implement and evaluate appropriate solutions in this dynamic and rapidly growing field.
Programs of Study
The B.S. in IDT degree program provides students with the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to diagnose organizational performance issues and apply systems thinking, instructional design and human performance technology concepts to facilitate performance improvement solutions in a variety of organizational settings.
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UWF’s bachelor’s degree in instructional design and technology is one of the only undergraduate programs of its kind, and the only one in the Florida State University system.
UWF enrolls more transfer students each year than new freshmen, which means we know students like you best. UWF is also recognized as a Gold-Level Military Friendly School.
See what real students and faculty members have to say about earning an IDT degree at UWF.
"When searching for a university, it was important for me to be able to manage school, work and family. The IDT program at UWF offered me flexibility for my busy schedule and the knowledge I needed to advance my 10-year career in Human Resources. Most of my classmates were, like me, already in the workforce, which made me feel like I belonged."
Melanie Baino, HR professional and Instructional Design and Technology student
"Changing my major from education to IDT was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I’ve attended three different colleges, and of those, I have had the best connections with my professors and advisors here at UWF than anywhere else. I feel like I finally got a grasp on what I wanted to do with my life."
Rebecca Walsh, Instructional Design and Technology student
"The field fit everything I was wanting out of a major without boxing me into one specific area. I have learned how to help organizations identify and overcome challenges, how to help trainees develop efficiently, and finally how to bolster overall performance within individuals and organizations as a whole."
Joshua Anderson, IDT student, father, husband and active military
"The IDT program at UWF is the only program like it in the state and surrounding area. It was created to meet the growing forecasted demand for jobs in training and development, not only in Florida but throughout the United States. Personally, I want everyone in the program to succeed and will meet with any student as much as needed beyond the coursework to assist in mastering the knowledge, skills and abilities required to be successful in an IDT career."
Dr. Byron Havard, Professor, Instructional Design and Technology
"I meet with students one-on-one to develop a relationship and get to know them and their goals. Making the student experience personal for each individual and helping them tailor their program to their needs is just one of the ways the IDT curriculum prepares the student to be able to enter the workforce right after graduation and be successful in their job."
Dr. Holley Handley, Assistant Professor, Instructional Design and Technology
"When searching for a university, it was important for me to be able to manage school, work and family. The IDT program at UWF offered me flexibility for my busy schedule and the knowledge I needed to advance my 10-year career in Human Resources. Most of my classmates were, like me, already in the workforce, which made me feel like I belonged."
Melanie Baino, HR professional and Instructional Design and Technology student
"Changing my major from education to IDT was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I’ve attended three different colleges, and of those, I have had the best connections with my professors and advisors here at UWF than anywhere else. I feel like I finally got a grasp on what I wanted to do with my life."
Rebecca Walsh, Instructional Design and Technology student
"The field fit everything I was wanting out of a major without boxing me into one specific area. I have learned how to help organizations identify and overcome challenges, how to help trainees develop efficiently, and finally how to bolster overall performance within individuals and organizations as a whole."
Joshua Anderson, IDT student, father, husband and active military
"The IDT program at UWF is the only program like it in the state and surrounding area. It was created to meet the growing forecasted demand for jobs in training and development, not only in Florida but throughout the United States. Personally, I want everyone in the program to succeed and will meet with any student as much as needed beyond the coursework to assist in mastering the knowledge, skills and abilities required to be successful in an IDT career."
Dr. Byron Havard, Professor, Instructional Design and Technology
"I meet with students one-on-one to develop a relationship and get to know them and their goals. Making the student experience personal for each individual and helping them tailor their program to their needs is just one of the ways the IDT curriculum prepares the student to be able to enter the workforce right after graduation and be successful in their job."
Dr. Holley Handley, Assistant Professor, Instructional Design and Technology
"When searching for a university, it was important for me to be able to manage school, work and family. The IDT program at UWF offered me flexibility for my busy schedule and the knowledge I needed to advance my 10-year career in Human Resources. Most of my classmates were, like me, already in the workforce, which made me feel like I belonged."
Melanie Baino, HR professional and Instructional Design and Technology student
At UWF, you will learn from experienced, nationally-recognized experts and leaders in the field of instructional design and technology. Take the next step in earning your college degree.
