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With over ten years in the learning industry, I bring diverse experiences, including roles as a health and safety technician and teacher, curriculum developer, and designer of interactive e-learning and online courses.
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View selected projects below. More information can be found at eriherrera.com.
Introduction to Criminal Justice - Undergraduate course
The NZQA Level 5 Certificate in Criminal Justice was the first project I completed with UC Online. Collaborating with subject matter experts (SMEs) and the educational media team, we delivered a programme covering various topics and unique factors that shape the criminal justice system. In this portfolio, I will share my experience designing one of the four courses "Introduction to Criminal Justice.
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Instructional Design Basics - Microcredential
The NZQA Level 8 micro-credential Instructional design basics was one of my first completed projects with UC Online. It focused on learners interested in learning fundamental instructional design frameworks and models. I worked with one subject matter expert and the educational media team. Communication and collaboration were vital during this project's design and development.
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Listeria Awareness - e-learning course
This short e-learning course was part of a training programme. It focuses on the crucial topic of food safety. For the design and development of this project, I worked with the senior instructional designer, the training team leader and the Quality Assurance Manager (SME). As a small team, constant communication and agile collaboration were fundamental to delivering the project on time due to the business needs.
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Delinker System - Training course in VR
In this Virtual Reality (VR) course project, I had the opportunity to collaborate with a learning experience designer to transform an e-learning module into an immersive virtual experience. This redesign aimed to offer a hands-on learning experience in a safe environment. Throughout the design process, I was able to integrate my expertise in occupational health and safety with learning design principles.
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Instructional Designer
University of Canterbury
Jan 2022 - Present
Key contributions:
- Develop engaging and innovative learning experiences from micro‑credentials to undergraduate and postgraduate online certificates, integrating pedagogical expertise and evidence‑based practices in blended and online learning.
- Ensure constructive alignment between the accredited curriculum, learning outcomes, and assessment items.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to create engaging, student‑centred learning experiences suitable for blended and online delivery, ensuring timely completion within scope.
- Collaborate with the educational media production team to develop engaging visual learning resources by contributing innovative ideas, offering constructive feedback, and ensuring alignment with learning goals.
- Embrace and implement Māori Strategy and uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, fostering inclusivity, participation, and recognition within the learning community.
Training Officer
Hellers Ltd
Jul 2019 - Jan 2022
Key contributions:
- Applied interaction design and interactive learning principles to instructional solutions.
- Developed training resources for on‑job‑trainers in collaboration with subject‑matter experts (SMEs).
- Facilitated the company induction programme.
- Ensured integrity of the safety operating procedures (SOPs).
- Created and managed e‑learning content using video editing and multimedia skills.
- Ensured staff were competent, productive, and supported in their work‑place.
- Created and maintained databases to track staff performance.
- Created and managed e‑learning content using video editing and multimedia techniques.
Health and Safety Technician
Bodegas Grupo Peñaflor
Feb 2018 - Jul 2018
Key contributions:
- Examined credentials and work permits to ensure compliance with licensing requirements.
- Supplied, controlled, and maintained personal protective equipment.
- Helped direct rescue and firefighting operations in the event of a fire.
- Planed emergency response drills.
- Facilitated training to employees and contractors.
Health and Safety Analyst
Bodega Chandon
Jan 2013 - Apr 2014
Key contributions:
- Provided specialist training and support for implementing the key components of the Heakth and Safety Strategy.
- Collected data and developed reports on the management of critical risk.
- Provided efficient, reliable, and quality data for scheduled and ad hoc reporting requirements.
Health and Safety Teacher
Escuela Gabriel Del Mazo
Nov 2012 - Mar 2015
Key contributions:
- Facilitated subjects according to curriculum goals and objectives set by syllabuses and school policy.
- Prepared, developed, and managed lesson plans and classroom resources.
- Evaluated students’ work, recording results and completing reports and profiles on student achievement.
Education
Instituto A-PRIORI CEC - Mendoza, Argentina
Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, 2009
NZQA Diploma Level 5
Ernesto Perez Cuesta - Mendoza, Argentina
High School Diploma - 2003
Certifications
Public Speaking
Franco Pisso - Online 2024
Ethnic Women Leadership
Lady Khadija Trust - Christchurch 2024
Neurodiversity as a PRISM
Callum Mckirdy - Online 2023
Project Management Fundamentals
ACE Computer Training Ltd - Christchurch 2023
Te Reo Māori for the Workplace
University of Canterbury - Online 2023
Certified Articulate Storyline Advanced
B Online Learning - Online 2022
Instructional Design and Technology - Learning Theories and Instructional Design Models
University System of Maryland ‑ Certified by edX - Online 2021