Creating Learning Pathways
Build structured learning journeys with multiple courses
Overview
Learning pathways (also called Course Chains) allow you to:
- Group related courses into a structured programme
- Sequence training in a specific order
- Combine e-learning with instructor-led sessions
- Track progress across the entire pathway
Accessing Learning Pathways
- Log in as an Admin
- Go to Admin → Course Chains
- Or access via Admin → Courses and click Learning Pathways
Creating a New Pathway
1
Click Create New
- Click Create Course Chain or Add Pathway
- The creation wizard opens
2
Configure Basic Details
Pathway Name
Enter a clear, descriptive name:
- ✅ "New Manager Induction Programme"
- ✅ "Health & Safety Level 2 Pathway"
- ❌ "Course Chain 1"
Description
Add a description explaining:
- What the pathway covers
- Who it's for
- Expected outcomes
3
Set Pathway Options
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Mandatory | Make this required for assigned users |
| Due Date | Set a completion deadline (optional) |
| Status | Active or Inactive |
| Completion Requirement | All courses, or a subset |
Completion Requirements
- All - User must complete every item in the pathway
- Any - User completes any one item
- Percentage - User completes a specific percentage
Ordering Type
- Sequential - Users must complete items in order
- Flexible - Users can complete in any order
Adding Courses to the Pathway
1
Browse Available Courses
The wizard shows all active courses you can add.
2
Select Courses
Click on courses to add them to the pathway.
3
Arrange Order
For sequential pathways:
- Drag courses to reorder
- First course must be completed before second, etc.
- Order is shown with numbers (1, 2, 3...)
4
Add Multiple Courses
Continue selecting until all required courses are added.
Adding Sessions to the Pathway
Pathways can include instructor-led sessions.
1
Add Session Component
- Look for Add Session option
- Click to add a session requirement
2
Configure Session Requirement
| Type | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Any One | User attends any one of the available sessions |
| Specific | User must attend a specific session |
| All | User must attend all linked sessions |
3
Link Available Sessions
Select which calendar sessions can fulfil this step:
- Browse available sessions
- Select one or more
- Users will choose from these when booking
Setting Visibility Rules
Control who can see the pathway.
- In the pathway settings, find Assignment Rules or Visibility
- Configure rules for Job Roles, Departments, and Locations
- Select specific values, or choose "All" to include everyone
Tip
If all rules are set to "All", everyone sees the pathway.
Saving the Pathway
Review Configuration
Before saving, check:
- Name and description are clear
- Courses are in correct order
- Sessions are linked correctly
- Visibility rules are appropriate
Save
Click Save or Create Course Chain. Once saved:
- Pathway appears in the catalog (for visible users)
- Can be assigned to groups
- Progress tracking begins
Managing Existing Pathways
Viewing Pathways
The Course Chains page shows all pathways with:
- Name and description
- Number of items (courses/sessions)
- Status (Active/Inactive)
- Member count
Editing a Pathway
- Find the pathway
- Click Edit
- Make changes
- Save
Tip
Changes to existing pathways: New courses are added for all users. Removed courses are removed from requirements. Existing progress is preserved.
Deleting a Pathway
- Find the pathway
- Click Delete
- Confirm deletion
Deleting removes the pathway structure but doesn't delete the individual courses.
What Learners Experience
Viewing a Pathway
Learners see pathways in:
- Their dashboard (if assigned)
- The training catalog
- Learning Paths section
Pathway Progress
The pathway shows:
- Overall progress percentage
- Status of each item
- Next item to complete
- Session booking options
Completing a Pathway
For sequential pathways:
- Complete first course
- Next course unlocks
- Book and attend sessions when required
- Continue until all items complete
- Pathway marked as complete
Best Practices
Logical Sequencing
Arrange courses logically:
- Foundational content first
- Build on previous learning
- Assessment/practical last
Reasonable Length
- 3-7 items is typically ideal
- Very long pathways may overwhelm learners
- Consider splitting into multiple pathways
Mix Content Types
Effective pathways often include:
- E-learning for knowledge
- Sessions for practical skills
- Assessments for validation
Clear Naming
Use names that communicate value:
- ✅ "Customer Service Excellence Programme"
- ❌ "CS Training Courses"
Examples
Example 1: Induction Pathway
Name: New Starter Induction Programme
Contents (Sequential):
- Welcome to the Company (video)
- IT Systems Training (e-learning)
- Health & Safety Basics (e-learning)
- Data Protection Essentials (e-learning)
- Team Induction Session (instructor-led)
Example 2: Leadership Development
Name: First-Time Manager Development
Contents (Sequential):
- Understanding Your Role (e-learning)
- Effective Communication (e-learning)
- Managing Performance (e-learning)
- Leadership Workshop (instructor-led - any one)
- Manager Toolkit (e-learning)
Example 3: Compliance Refresh
Name: Annual Compliance Refresh
Contents (Flexible):
- Data Protection Update
- Health & Safety Refresher
- Information Security
- Anti-Bribery Awareness
Troubleshooting
Pathway not appearing for users
- Check visibility rules
- Verify pathway status is Active
- Check user's department/role/location matches rules
Can't add a session
- Verify sessions exist and are scheduled
- Check session visibility allows this
- Ensure you have permission to modify
Users stuck in pathway
- Check if required items are available
- Verify sessions can be booked
- Look for any disabled courses
Progress not updating
- Give the system time to sync
- Have user refresh their browser
- Check individual course completion status
Related Guides
- Adding Courses - Create courses first
- Calendar Sessions - Create sessions for pathways
- Group Training Assignment - Assign pathways to groups
- Visibility Rules - Control access