LinkedIn Learning Quick Start Guide
Geneseo students, faculty, and staff have free access to the entire LinkedIn Learning (LIL) training library (over 24,900 courses) through Geneseo's site license.
Set up your LinkedIn Learning account
Access http://go.geneseo.edu/linkedinlearning to bookmark and activate your Geneseo LinkedIn Learning account.
Enter your full Geneseo email address and click Continue.
You’ll be redirected to the Geneseo login portal to authenticate using your Geneseo username and password.
Decide whether to connect your LinkedIn account
If you have an existing LinkedIn.com account, CIT recommends linking accounts to streamline logins and showcase your achievements and credentials, but it is not required. Benefits of connecting your LinkedIn profile
Select topics that interest you
You will be asked to select topics/skills of Interest to you (select 3 to start with).
Your choices will help LinkedIn Learning populate your homepage with recommended courses.
Once you have completed the setup, you will be directed to your personalized LinkedIn Learning homepage.
Navigation Bar Overview
Located on the left side of your screen, the navigation bar includes:
My Career Journey
Choose your career goal (whether it is to advance your current career, transition to a new career, or develop skills to manage teams)
Choose skills specific to your career
Review "My Learning Plan"
Watch: Map your career journey and create your learning plan
My Library
In Progress: Courses you've started but haven't finished
Saved: Courses you've bookmarked for later
My Collections: Courses you've organised into custom categories
Assigned by SUNY Geneseo: Courses assigned to you, often with a due date
Recommended by SUNY Geneseo: Optional courses recommended for your growth, without deadlines
Learning History: Courses you’ve completed
Watch: Managing your LinkedIn Learning account settings
Content
Click the Content icon on the navigation pane to browse through various categories, custom content.
At the top of the screen, beneath the search bar, select a category from Business, Technology, Creative, Certifications, or custom content from SUNY Geneseo. Explore content by selecting an option in Role Guides, Learning Paths, Topics, or Software subsections. Narrow your search using the topic filters. Select a course and start learning.
Watch: Find Content with the Content tab
AI Coaching
AI-powered coaching is a feature that uses generative AI to help learners navigate LinkedIn Learning's content library and get personalized and actionable advice and examples to help them develop critical skills.
Watch: Use AI-powered coaching in LinkedIn Learning
Certifications
Sharing your certificates of completion on LinkedIn enhances your LinkedIn Learning experience by showcasing your skills and commitment to continuous learning, strengthening your professional brand.
This practice enriches your profile, boosts visibility to recruiters, and fosters connections with like-minded professionals, encouraging network engagement.
By demonstrating expertise and fostering transparency, you build credibility, inspire others, and motivate yourself for future learning goals, opening doors to new opportunities and cultivating a growth culture in your professional community.
Watch: Additional certifications and certification prep
How to Start Learning
Search bar
While there are many ways to start learning, the most straightforward method is to use the Search bar and apply filters to find specific courses or topics that interest you. Watch Search for LinkedIn Learning Courses video to see how easy it is to search for courses and content on LinkedIn Learning.
Courses Assigned to You
Your instructor may assign Learning Paths or Collections to support your studies.
Learning Paths
Structured series of courses designed to progressively build your skills
Ideal for complex topics such as coding or data analysis
May be assigned to you directly by your academic
Watch the video: Learning Paths
Collections
Flexible groupings of courses or resources
Explore specific topics or areas of interest at your own pace
Designed to complement your coursework
Courses You Choose
My Collections
My Collections allow you to curate learning content based on your interests or career goals. This feature helps you organize courses and resources, enabling exploration of specific topics at your own pace, creating a personalized learning path that aligns with your objectives.
Watch the video: Create a Collection
LinkedIn Learning Terminology
Video: Short micro-learning resources typically 2-10 minutes, allowing you to get key learnings quickly.
Course: Focused instruction typically lasting 30 minutes to 1.5 hrs. Courses contain individual videos and can be started and stopped as needed.
Learning Path: Curated courses and/or videos focused on a broader topic for learners to explore in sequential order.
Collection: Curated courses and videos on a broader topic for learners to explore in any order.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does LinkedIn Learning have a mobile app?
To download the app, open the App Store on your device and search for LinkedIn Learning.
How can I get help with LinkedIn Learning?
If you have general usage questions, stop by the CIT HelpDesk in Milne Library. For advanced assistance using LinkedIn features, submit a CIT service desk request.
How do I access SUNY Geneseo’s recommended learning paths and content?
Click Content from the left navigation 
From the top navigation menu, click on 
Can I track student/employee progress?
CIT can work with you to create and manage a group that includes your students or employees. Please submit a CIT service desk request.
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