Element Overview
The LD Course Certificate element in LearnDash is designed to display a certificate to users upon the successful completion of a course. This element allows course creators to provide tangible recognition of achievement, motivating learners and adding value to the educational experience. Here are the key features and usage details:
Features:
- Certificate Display: The certificate is shown automatically when a user completes all the required elements of a course.
- Customizable Options:
- Course ID: Specify the course ID to display the certificate for a specific course.
- User ID: Specify the user ID to show the certificate for a specific user.
- Default Behavior: If no IDs are provided, it uses the current page ID and the current user ID.
- Button Text and Alert Messages: You can customize the text on the button and any alert messages to fit your course’s tone and branding.
- Styling Options: The banner’s appearance can be styled to match your site’s look and feel.
- Certificate Download: Clicking the button redirects the user to a certificate page where they can download their certificate.
Use Cases:
- Motivation and Recognition: Reward learners with a certificate upon course completion to recognize their effort and achievement.
- Verification and Proof: Provide a verifiable document that learners can use as proof of their skills and knowledge.
- Customization and Branding: Tailor the certificate’s appearance and messaging to align with your course’s branding and style.
Implementation:
To use the LD Course Certificate element, follow these steps:
- Add the Element: Insert the LD Course Certificate element into the desired location in your course content.
- Configure IDs: Optionally, provide the Course ID and User ID to display a specific certificate. If omitted, it will use the default current page ID and user ID.
- Customize: Adjust the button text, alert messages, and styling options to fit your needs.
- Publish: Once configured, publish the course content. The certificate banner will appear for users upon course completion.
The LD Course Certificate element is a powerful tool to enhance the learner’s experience by providing a visible and downloadable acknowledgment of their hard work and success in completing a course.