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Start Your 5-Day Become an IDOL Challenge
Learn the skills to launch your instructional design career—at your own pace.
Acquire the design and technical skills sought after by employers. Create an impressive portfolio and earn practical experience by collaborating with actual organizations. Benefit from professional career guidance at every stage.
Start Your Free 5-Day Instructional Design Challenge Today
Complete the challenge and unlock a VIP Fast Track session to jumpstart your career in instructional design.

"I believe I learned more in your five-day challenge than I did in grad school!"
The Become an IDOL Challenge is your first step into the world of instructional design. This free, 5-day self-paced course gives you instant access to interactive lessons, real-world examples, and practical tasks designed to help you quickly grasp the core principles of instructional design. Whether you're pivoting careers or just exploring the field, this challenge will give you the clarity and confidence to move forward.
GENERAL ACCESS
FREE
- Start anytime - it's fully self-paced
- Get instant access to all 5 challenge lessons
- Learn foundational ID skills with hands-on tasks
- Build your first portfolio asset
- Get support and an accountability buddy from our highly active Facebook group!
VIP FAST TRACK EXPERIENCE
$97 - 1:1 Career Consult
- Everything in General Access
- Private Fast Track Session with Dr. Robin Sargent
- Get personalized guidance on your next step
- Use your session to ask questions, review your work, or plan your path
- $97 is applied toward your IDOL enrollment
What's included in the FREE
'Become an IDOL'Â challenge?

Exclusive Community For Support
Make connections with other instructional designers. You'll meet other people learning the same conceptual and theoretical foundations in our Become an IDOL Facebook Group so you can have accountability buddies on your journey.
Here's How This Instructional Design Challenge Works
Each day of this free course, a module will open for the day's challenge. You'll receive an email straight to your inbox each day giving you information on that day's instructional design activities.
You have access to the content of the challenge for seven days. That timeframe is to ensure you TAKE action: get in and get going!
By interacting with it here, give the first lesson of the challenge a test drive. The image below (mobile) or on the right side (desktop) is our interactive lesson for day one.
Unlock Personalized Career Guidance with Dr. Robin Sargent
Ready to take your instructional design journey further? Upgrade your free challenge experience with the VIP Fast Track Session—a one-time opportunity for personalized career guidance with Dr. Robin Sargent, founder of IDOL courses and one of the most respected experts in the field.
For just $97, you’ll secure a private consultation to fast-track your progress and get direct, expert feedback on your career path, portfolio, and next steps. Even better? The $97 applies to your IDOL Academy tuition if you enroll.
Why Upgrade to the VIP Experience?
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Personalized Mentorship: Enjoy a 1:1 mentorship session with Dr. Robin Sargent, tailored to your unique needs and goals.
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Career Advancement: Discuss your portfolio, career aspirations, and any instructional design questions you have.
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Expert Insights: Gain valuable advice from a thought leader in instructional design, helping you navigate and excel in your career.
What You’ll Get:
- One-Hour Session:Â Flexible scheduling, book your 1:1 session at a time that works for you.
- Direct Access to Dr. Robin Sargent: An opportunity to ask specific questions and get direct feedback on your work and career path.
- Tailored Advice: Receive customized recommendations to improve your portfolio and job application materials.
- Exclusive Offer: Your $97 fee is credited toward any IDOL Academy plan when you enroll.
Don't Miss Out on This Opportunity!
 Secure your spot now for just $97 and take a significant step towards becoming a top-notch instructional designer.
Ready to join the instructional design challenge?
Click the button below to enter your information and sign up for the free challenge.
