ND|LPS

Join a Professional Learning Community Shaping the Future of Learning and Learning Experiences

The Neuro-Design | Learning Place Specialist [ND|LPS] Professional Learning Program is designed for professionals who believe the design of learning environments matter. Whether you are an educator, [i.e., Learning Experience Designer], education leader, architect, interior designer, facilities professional, researcher, or industry partner, ND|LPS provides an opportunity to learn alongside colleagues from multiple disciplines while developing a shared understanding of how human learning and the built environment influence one another. This program is more than a professional learning opportunity. It is a research-informed professional learning journey which will change how you think about learning, learning places, and the decisions that shape them.

THE THREE LEARNING LEVELS

Level 1 | Mind & Body

Build a foundation in neuroscience, neurodiversity, human development, and learning science. Understand how people learn before exploring how environments can best support them.

Level 2 | High-Performance Learning Learning Environments

Examine how the built environment influences cognition, cognitive load, attention, comfort, well-being, biophilic tenants, belonging, and performance. Connect evidence with real learning places through case studies and applied field experiences.

Level 3 | Operations & Stewardship

Move from design to long-term impact. Explore how leadership, operations, evaluation, and continuous improvement sustain learning environments that remain future-ready long after construction is complete.

STEP ONE: CREATE YOUR ACCOUNT

If you are ready to join a community committed to creating better learning through more informed and intentional decision-making, we invite you to become part of the next ND LPS™ cohort! After you create your account, you can select the certification program that applies to you.

A Quick Note About Course Enrollment

You will first need to create an account in the Genius registration system. After creating your account, a verification link will be sent to the email address you provide. Please check your spam or junk folder if you do not see the email in your inbox.

If you experience any issues with the registration process, please contact the SHSU 24/7 Help Desk at 936-294-2780 or blackboard@shsu.edu

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ND|LPS Advisory Team of International Experts

• Sergei Gepshtein, PhD; SALK Institute - Current President of Academy of Neuroscience for Architecture [ANFA]
• Tom Albright, PhD; Distinguished Professor Emeritus, SALK Institute - Past President of Academy of Neuroscience for Architecture [ANFA]
• Daniel G. Wilson, PhD, Harvard Graduate School of Education - Principal Investigator Project Zero, Lecturer
• David Reid, AIA, ECLPS; DLR Group - Principal
• Bill Browning,Principal Terrapin Bright Green - Founder/Principal
• Hila Stern, Architect, HSBARC Architecture - Founder / Principal, Executive Course in Neuroscience and Design POLI.design
• Jamie Ortiz, High Performance Learning Environments - Owner / Principal