What deliverables do curriculum design consultants provide?

Expect competency frameworks, learning pathways, course maps, assessment blueprints, facilitation guides, and measurement plans. Many consultants also produce change management and communication toolkits.

How long does a curriculum design project take?

Strategy sprints can wrap in 4-6 weeks; comprehensive academy launches or compliance rebuilds typically run 10-16 weeks. Timelines depend on stakeholder availability and content volume.

Can consultants integrate with our LMS, LXP, or HRIS?

Yes. Curriculum designers routinely work inside Cornerstone, Workday, SuccessFactors, Docebo, and custom LXPs. They build taxonomies, tagging, and reporting structures tailored to your systems.

Do Learnexus consultants support measurement and analytics?

Many specialize in Kirkpatrick, OKR alignment, and learning analytics. They instrument dashboards, data pipelines, and reporting cadences so you can prove impact.

Can you work with our internal SMEs and designers?

Absolutely. Consultants facilitate workshops, co-design sessions, and capability building so your internal teams can sustain and iterate on the curriculum.

What industries do Learnexus curriculum designers support?

Healthcare, life sciences, technology, manufacturing, finance, retail, energy, government, and more. Filter by industry, regulation, or certification expertise.

How much does curriculum design cost?

Most projects range from $8K–$60K depending on scope, content volume, and analytics. Hourly rates typically fall between $95–$135, with clear proposals and milestones before kickoff.

Consultant vs contractor vs agency — which should I choose?

Consultants lead strategy and architecture; contractors add flexible execution capacity; agencies bundle both with higher overhead. Learnexus lets you combine senior curriculum consultants with on‑demand contractors to hit timelines without agency markups.

Can I hire curriculum design contractors through Learnexus?

Yes. Beyond strategy, we provide vetted curriculum design contractors who can build maps, assessments, and pathways. Many clients blend a strategist with 1–3 contractors for rapid delivery.

What's the difference between curriculum design and instructional design?

Curriculum design defines the overall learning architecture—competencies, pathways, governance, and measurement. Instructional design focuses on building the individual learning experiences and media within that framework. Many teams use both together for end‑to‑end solutions.

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Melinda is an instructional design expert with 15 years of experience. Produced successful learning results through course design and development at Sprint, AlphaGraphics, and AMN Healthcare. Transformed f2f training into Articulate Storyline 360 courses. Cultivated SME production of scenarios for Learning Mate and managed complex relationships with global teams. Directed WC3 accessibility at Pearson Online Learning Solutions.

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Kathleen is a seasoned L&D professional specializing in instructional design services. She designs and delivers blended learning experiences, including ILT, eLearning, and VILT. Kathleen developed eLearning for Cisco, Laerdal Medical, and UCSF Medical Center. She created training for Grocery Outlet on financial subject matter and designed customer experience courses for Prologis. Kathleen applies ADDIE and adult learning theory to create effective ID services.

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Justin Lambakis is an expert instructional design consultant offering premier instructional design services. With a robust background as an Instructional Designer at tech giants like Cisco, Google, Apple, and Adobe, he transforms complex ideas into engaging, results-driven learning experiences. His work at Apple significantly improved employee productivity, while at Virgin America, he developed highly engaging training programs that improved employee performance. Justin's instructional design services empower teams and elevate performance, making him an ideal partner for companies seeking impactful learning solutions.

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Susan Gatti is an experienced instructional design consultant and Chief Learning Officer specializing in instructional design services. With a background as Director of Training at Fortune 500 companies like W Hotels and ANN INC., she brings a strategic perspective to instructional design. Susan's expertise includes setting global learning strategies and designing impactful training solutions, as demonstrated by saving a client $50,000 in unnecessary course costs. Her instructional design services focus on creating measurable business impact and solving critical people, product, or service challenges for organizations.

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Jim is an instructional design consultant with 20 years at Cisco Systems Inc. Jim led learning experience design and training strategy for 13 years, creating instructor-led and online learning for product solutions and customer support. Jim delivers instructional design services, developing engaging and interactive visual design elements for training.

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Heather is an instructional design expert specializing in e-learning development and virtual facilitation. She develops custom programs for clients like the U.S. Department of State and Brown University. Heather transitions instructor-led content to interactive virtual sessions using Zoom, MURAL, and Articulate Rise. She designs and develops online and classroom-based programs, serving as adjunct faculty at the Foreign Service Institute.

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Kimberly is an instructional design expert, owner of KF Instructional Design Solutions, LLC, providing custom instructional design services. Led a team of instructional designers at The CE Shop, Inc., creating online pre-licensing courses. Designed, developed, and delivered competency-based training for eight agencies at the State of Wyoming, fostering individual growth and organizational development.

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Inna is an Instructional Design and eLearning Expert, founding LinkDesign Learning to provide instructional design services. At First American, Inna led strategic learning initiatives, including organizational assessments and instructional design consulting. Inna applied sound instructional design models and adult learning theories to develop engaging training content. Inna also provided internal instructional design services to various business units and project managed external instructional design projects.

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Robert is a PMP-certified instructional design consultant with 20+ years of experience. Developed eLearning modules for Bank of the West and managed curriculum for PG&E's Apprenticeship programs. Led instructional design for the American Psychological Association's HiPAA series and Unity's XR course. Specializes in immersive experiences and rapid iterative design for instructional design services.

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Herb McCartney is an accomplished Senior Instructional Designer offering expert instructional design services. With a strong background as a Senior Instructional Designer at Fortune 500 companies like Walmart and Fifth Third Bank, Herb has a proven track record in developing engaging e-learning and training programs. He updated and added greater engagement interaction for e-learning training programs at Fifth Third Bank and developed eCommerce training for Walmart using Captivate 9, including voice-overs and various graphics. His instructional design services encompass user manuals, facilitator guides, and interactive PowerPoint training. Herb's expansive tool kit delivers impactful learning solutions that drive business results.

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Michael Fimian is an experienced instructional design consultant with a strong background in instructional design services. With years of serving education clients, he has developed a diverse mix of multimedia for courses, including instructional graphics, scenarios, and interactive self-assessments. His work as an Instructional Designer at Clarity Consultants and Becker College, alongside teaching instructional design at Southern New Hampshire University, demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of ID services. Michael's expertise in developing engaging and effective learning experiences makes him a valuable asset for any organization seeking professional instructional design firm support.

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Dorothy is an instructional design expert with experience at USAA and SweetRush Inc. She specializes in instructional design services, developing high-quality e-learning courses and assessments. Dorothy converted over 50 Flash courses to HTML and created multimedia content for clients like Kaiser Permanente. Her expertise includes Storyline 360, Vyond, and Adobe Suite, delivering engaging and effective ID services.

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When to Hire a Curriculum Design Consultant

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You need to build an end-to-end curriculum for a new academy, onboarding journey, or certification program

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Existing training is fragmented across departments and needs a unified learning pathway

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Compliance or regulatory requirements demand audit-ready curriculum documentation and change management

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You are migrating to a new LMS/LXP and must redesign curriculum architecture for digital delivery

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Leadership expects measurable skill progression, competency mapping, and analytics

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You require curriculum specialists to coach internal SMEs and instructional designers through best practices

Typical Curriculum Design Projects

Learning Architecture Blueprint

6-8 weeks

Design a multi-level curriculum map covering competencies, learning paths, and governance for enterprise academies.

Expected Outcomes:

•Competency framework aligned to business KPIs
•Learning pathways by role, seniority, and modality
•Assessment and measurement plan (Kirkpatrick-ready)
•Implementation roadmap with resource model

Onboarding & Role-Based Curriculum Refresh

8-10 weeks

Re-architect onboarding for distributed teams, integrating live, digital, and on-the-job experiences with measurement loops.

Expected Outcomes:

•Modular curriculum with 30-60-90 day plans
•Job aids, mentor guides, and manager toolkits
•XP and LMS journeys with nudges and check-ins
•Dashboards tracking speed to productivity and confidence

Compliance & Certification Curriculum

10-12 weeks

Build end-to-end compliance or certification programs that satisfy regulators while boosting retention and completion.

Expected Outcomes:

•Audit-ready curriculum documentation
•Scenario-based eLearning and microlearning sequences
•Assessment blueprints with remediation paths
•Reporting packages for legal, HR, and regulators

Curriculum Design Success Stories

Browse curriculum frameworks, certification programs, and learning academies delivered by Learnexus experts. Each example covers objectives, design approach, and measurable impact.