LinkedIn Learning Access Through Workday
What is LinkedIn Learning?
LinkedIn Learning is a professional development platform offering thousands of courses in business, technology, and creative skills. Through your UW-La Crosse account, you can access these courses at no cost and earn certificates to showcase your new skills on your LinkedIn profile.
LinkedIn Learning is a professional development platform offering thousands of courses in business, technology, and creative skills. Through your UW-La Crosse account, you can access these courses at no cost and earn certificates to showcase your new skills on your LinkedIn profile.
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Prerequisites
Before you begin, ensure you have:
- An active UW-La Crosse account
- Access to Workday (all faculty and staff have access)
- A LinkedIn account (optional, but recommended for tracking certificates)
Estimated setup time: 5-10 minutes
Accessing LinkedIn Learning Through Workday
- Log into Workday
Navigate to myapps.uwlax.edu and log in with your UW-La Crosse credentials Find the Workday tile.
- Navigate to Learning
On the left side menu, select "Learning" Then Select 'Topics'
- Learning Content
From the new left side menu, select "Topics"
- Find the LinkedIn Learning Tile
In the new window, find the 'LinkedIn Learning' tile
- Search for Courses
In the new window, use the search bar to find courses by topic, skill, or keyword
- Select a Course
Click on the course title to view the course summary and details - Enroll in the Course
Click the "Enroll" button on the course summary page - Confirm Enrollment
Click "Submit" on the enrollment confirmation popup - Start Learning
Once enrolled, click "Start Content" to begin the course
Linking Your LinkedIn Account
To track your completed courses and add certificates to your LinkedIn profile, connect your LinkedIn account:
- Access Settings
Select the "Me" menu in the top right corner of the LinkedIn Learning interface
- Open Settings
Select "Settings" from the dropdown menu - Connect Your Account
Click the "Connect my Account" link at the bottom of the settings page
- Authorize Connection
Follow the prompts to authorize the connection between your LinkedIn account and LinkedIn Learning - Verify Connection
Once connected, you'll see a confirmation message and your LinkedIn profile information
Managing Your Learning
Tracking Progress
- View your enrolled courses in the "My Learning" section
- Track completion percentage and time spent
- Resume courses from where you left off
Certificates and Badges
- Certificates are automatically generated upon course completion
- With a linked LinkedIn account, certificates are added to your profile
- Download certificates as PDF files for your records
Mobile Access
- Access courses through the Workday mobile app
- Download the LinkedIn Learning mobile app for offline viewing
- Sync progress across all devices
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Can't find LinkedIn Learning courses?
- Ensure you're in the "Browse Learning Content" section
- Try different search terms or browse by category
- Clear your browser cache and try again
Enrollment button not working?
- Check that you're logged into Workday properly
- Disable browser extensions that might interfere
- Try using a different browser
LinkedIn account won't connect?
- Ensure you're logged into LinkedIn in the same browser
- Check that your LinkedIn account allows third-party connections
- Try the connection process in an incognito/private browser window
Course won't start or load?
- Check your internet connection
- Update your browser to the latest version
- Disable ad blockers for the Workday domain
Popular Course Categories
- Business Skills: Project management, leadership, communication
- Technology: Microsoft Office, data analysis, programming
- Creative: Design software, video editing, photography
- Professional Development: Time management, networking, career advancement
Additional Support
Need Help?
- IT Help Desk: For Workday access issues
Email: helpdesk@uwlax.edu
Phone: (608) 785-8774 - Human Resources: For LinkedIn Learning policy questions
Email: hrinfo@uwlax.edu - LinkedIn Learning Support: For course content issues
Visit: LinkedIn Learning Help Center
Related Resources
Last updated: August 2025 | Document version 2.0
Need Additional Help?
If you encounter technical issues or need assistance with your UWL account:
Contact the Eagle Help Desk
Email: helpdesk@uwlax.edu
Phone: 608-785-8774
They can help with account activation, login issues, and technical troubleshooting.