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Get started with building an academy to host and manage your courses. This collections covers the essentials of setting up an academy, assigning courses to learners and setting up events.

## Browse Collection 1. [Academy Overview](https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/mbPKMmektYc-academy-overview.md) (Article) 2. [Set up Academy Login & Home Page](https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/ylbv4cq2lC8-set-up-academy-login-home-page.md) (Video) 3. [Assignment Mode: Assigning Courses to Learner](https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner.md) (Video) 4. [Catalog Mode: Assigning Courses to Learners](https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/4A3pNcJAvR8-catalog-mode-assigning-courses-to-learners.md) (Video) 5. [Training Events in Academy](https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/iBa8Y2rlQLU-training-events-in-academy.md) (Video) --- # VIDEO: Assignment Mode: Assigning Courses to Learner ## METADATA - id: 3ctjXy2zfUYh4fw2FBJlfA - type: video - source: Wiki - content_url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner - collection_url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy ## TRANSCRIPT - time: 00:00 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=0 text: In this video, let's see how to assign courses to individual learners and learner groups in Academy Builder. When your - time: 00:06 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=6 text: academy is set to assignment mode, this is what the Academy builder will look like. The homepage settings can be used to set - time: 00:12 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=12 text: up the course page, where your learners land once they login to your training academy. - time: 00:17 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=17 text: When you setup a home page in the catalog mode, it stays constant, and does not change depending on who logs - time: 00:23 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=23 text: in. - time: 00:24 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=24 text: Only the courses will change, but the design remains the same. - time: 00:29 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=29 text: In order to add a course to your homepage, you can do it via the learners or the learner groups. - time: 00:37 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=37 text: Now let's start with understanding how to assign courses to a particular learner. - time: 00:42 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=42 text: When you get into an individual learner's portal, scroll down and you will find the section called course assignments. - time: 00:49 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=49 text: Here, click on assign to assign courses to the learner. - time: 00:54 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=54 text: Now when the course is assigned to a particular learner, It will show up here, and the learner will receive an - time: 00:59 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=59 text: email. Also note that only if the learner enrolls to the course will it show under course enrollments. - time: 01:08 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=68 text: A learner group allows you to group learners based on common learning or training needs. - time: 01:13 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=73 text: So here, let's start by creating a learner group. - time: 01:17 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=77 text: You can create a static or a dynamic group. - time: 01:20 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=80 text: Let's go with a dynamic group now. - time: 01:22 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=82 text: Let's assume I'm creating one for the marketing group within my organization. - time: 01:27 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=87 text: Let's say I am creating a learner group for the marketing team at Trainn, so that I can assign courses that would help them - time: 01:33 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=93 text: upskill themselves. - time: 01:35 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=95 text: This condition automatically assigns group courses to existing Marketing department learners and auto-enrolls new - time: 01:41 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=101 text: marketing team members upon registration. - time: 01:44 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=104 text: Here I am assigning the content authoring course to my marketing learners. - time: 01:49 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=109 text: So anyone who comes under the department of marketing will directly get access to this course. - time: 01:55 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=115 text: Now when a marketing employee logs into the academy, this is what he is going to see. He will see only the course that - time: 02:01 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=121 text: was assigned to him. - time: 02:03 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=123 text: Now in case you have not assigned a course to a learner, then automatically no courses will be shown to him. - time: 02:10 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=130 text: So if you're using assignment mode, make sure to either create a learner group and assign courses - time: 02:16 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=136 text: or assign them directly through the learners tab. If you'd rather offer a catalog of courses for learners to explore - time: 02:21 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=141 text: and choose from, we recommend using the assignment mode. You'll find the link in the description below. ## SUMMARY # How to Assign Courses in Academy Builder In this guide, we will explore how to assign courses to individual learners and learner groups using Academy Builder. This process is essential when your academy is set to assignment mode. ## Setting Up the Homepage The homepage settings allow you to configure the course page where learners land upon logging into your training academy. In catalog mode, the homepage design remains constant, but the courses displayed will vary based on the user. ## Assigning Courses to Individual Learners 1. Access the individual learner's portal. 2. Scroll down to find the **Course Assignments** section. 3. Click on **Assign** to allocate courses to the learner. 4. Once assigned, the course will appear in the learner's portal, and they will receive an email notification. 5. Note: The course will only appear under **Course Enrollments** if the learner enrolls in it. ## Creating and Assigning Courses to Learner Groups Learner groups allow you to organize learners based on shared learning or training needs. Follow these steps to create and assign courses to a learner group: 1. Create a learner group. You can choose between a static or dynamic group. For this example, we'll create a dynamic group. 2. Assume you are creating a group for the marketing team within your organization. 3. Set conditions to automatically assign courses to existing marketing department learners and auto-enroll new members upon registration. 4. Assign the **Content Authoring** course to the marketing learners. 5. Marketing employees will see only the courses assigned to them when they log into the academy. ## Important Considerations - If no course is assigned to a learner, they will not see any courses. - In assignment mode, ensure to either create a learner group and assign courses or assign them directly through the Learners tab. - If you prefer offering a catalog of courses for learners to explore, consider using the assignment mode. For more information, refer to the link provided in the description below. ## CHAPTERS - time: 00:35 url: https://help.trainn.co/CVzpx3qw0C0-build-an-academy/PmKIp4VBS9Y-assignment-mode-assigning-courses-to-learner?start_time=35 title: Assing course to learner