Since LearnDash is a Learning Management System (LMS) plugin for WordPress, it gives creators much more flexibility than other course-building platforms.
Therefore, there are some really interesting and varied website examples to take inspiration from.
Key Takeaways:
- LearnDash is used by many non-profits to provide free resources
- Many creators have a mixture of on-demand courses and live events
- LearnDash can be combined with other WordPress plugins to enhance functionality
1. Interweave
Interweave is a large website hosting a lot of content. It offers loads of free how-to guides and resources for learning to knit, crochet, and make beaded jewelry.
Besides standard web page content, the site also features a blog that looks regularly updated.
Some of the content has a little padlock symbol in the corner of the thumbnail. This means it’s locked unless you are a paid subscriber.
The creator has set up two membership sites—one for knitted items and another for beading—each offering a $49.90 annual subscription.
Additionally, there are over 50 mini-courses that can be purchased for around $20 each.
In all, this is an excellent example of all the ways you can monetize your knowledge via LearnDash.
2. One Love
One Love is a great example of a non-profit using LearnDash to provide content to the people it serves. The site’s mission is to raise awareness and prevent relationship abuse.
The site has two types of courses—pre-recorded and live.
The live training takes place virtually via live streaming. However, LearnDash does not provide a webinar feature, so an integration with an app like Zoom or Join.me will have been used for this purpose.
The mini-courses are available to those who sign up for the platform. Since it’s a non-profit, everything is provided for free.
There are also lots of articles and resources available, as well as an area where people can donate to the cause.
3. Story Corps
The StoryCorps homepage is a little plain and bare. The key information can be found by watching the video embedded on the page.
Readers can also sign up for upcoming webinars via the homepage.
Like the previous example, you can sign up for the site and access several courses for free.
Unlike the homepage, the course description pages are detailed and provide lots of information about their benefits.
Interested parties can sign up via a simple on-page registration form.
4. Victims of Crime
Victims of Crime is another free resource and educational site designed to help those who need assistance following a crime.
All its courses are offered free of charge and are simple one-lesson video sessions.
Fact sheets and guides are also available as PDF downloads without the need to sign up for the site.
A list of additional partners where people can find assistance is also easily found on the site.
5. Jerry Jenkins
Jerry Jenkins is a basic monetized site that hosts several courses and little else. The creator’s main website provides much more information but was not built using LearnDash.
You can find nine courses on the site, each available for a one-off fee in exchange for lifetime access. There’s no option to purchase all of them as a bundle, though.
To inspire buyer confidence, each course comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee.
6. Strategic CFO
Strategic CFO is an example of using LearnDash to create and sell high-ticket offers.
At the top of the homepage, a banner has been used to promote a current offer.
Company logos of the site’s partners are prominently displayed to add credibility. There are also cool animated images on the homepage that add interest to the content.
One of the main offers on the site is a live, in-person event to be held in Mexico.
The sales page features a countdown timer (to create urgency to buy), plus details about the location and workshop.
Did I mention this was a high-ticket site? The event costs $4,000 and lasts for two days.
When signing up, customers can pick from a range of dates.
A self-study membership site is also available. It costs $999 and includes a range of study resources and a course. Customers can also opt to add a hardcopy study book for an additional $500 or the PDF version for $199.
7. Foundation Group
Foundation Group is an organization offering financial help to nonprofits.
The site covers a wide range of services, but none of them can be purchased directly via the site. Instead, interested parties must get in touch for a discovery call. However, it states that plans start at $150 per month.
An up-to-date blog is featured on the site to help drive traffic over.
The free resource pages are informative with lots of detail and include embedded videos.
To get in touch and get a free consultation, the online form must be completed.
8. Ventrac
Ventrac manufactures landscaping machinery, and this site provides training for its sales reps and services teams.
One thing, though—the site pages take ages to load. This is something you need to keep an eye on when creating a site since long page load times can put people off from visiting.
The aim is to make them as fast as possible so it doesn’t affect the user experience.
All the courses on the site are free via a login. However, it’s impossible to sign up for the site, so in this case, I’m assuming the organization sets up access for those who need it.
9. 3HO
3HO is a yoga and spiritual website showcasing a large selection of live events and courses.
Visitors can access a wide range of free resources, including recipes and yoga tips. The paid content is prominently displayed throughout each page.
The homepage has quick links to paid content, most of which are live workshops. The company is based in Chile, and many of the live events are in-person.
Courses range in price from around $25 to over $100. One introductory course is offered for free.
The in-person events are advertised well ahead of time. The online events cost around $200, but interested individuals must complete an online form and contact the organizers directly to sign up.
Other services are available, but again, they cannot be purchased outright. Instead, customers must make a donation, which is recommended to be at least $50.
10. SAR
This is a very niche site specifically for descendants of Revolutionary War Patriots. You can only join if you can prove that you are one!
Speaking of joining, there’s a four-step application process each person must go through before they can become a member.
The site also features blog articles and a calendar of events.
There’s also a store, but this isn’t facilitated by LearnDash. However, since it’s run on WordPress, creators can use different plugins like WooCommerce to get e-commerce functionality.
11. SchoolHouse Teachers
Schoolhouse Teachers is a massive resource site for parents who homeschool their children and covers all grades up to high school level.
The content is accessible via a range of price plans. Members can opt to pay monthly or quarterly from $29.97 per month.
An “ultimate” membership is also on offer for $199 per year, which gives access to everything on the site.
Learning content comes in the form of structured lessons and downloadable resources.
It also includes access to a streaming service (provided by rightnow media) where over 25,000 videos are available.
12. Joico
Joico is a website centered around haircare. The homepage hero section is particularly striking, with an autoplay video and bold text.
It’s one of the first examples I’ve seen that incorporates a quiz. Individuals can answer the questions and receive a customized haircare routine.
The site provides free resources to those interested in the brand’s products and how to use them. It’s used as an advertising strategy because links to third-party sites like Amazon are prominently displayed so people can easily buy the products.
The site also has an area for hair care professionals. This area contains a selection of on-demand courses, plus live workshops on styling and coloring techniques.
13. Virtual Drive
Virtual Drive offers online courses to help aspiring drivers in Texas. There’s a wide range to pick from, depending on the person’s age and the type of vehicle they are learning to drive.
Courses can be purchased directly and accessed right away.
Prices are around $50 to $60 per course, and all are approved by the Texas state government.
14. My J Start
This is a quick example of how LearnDash has been used as a closed membership portal. What this means is that non-members are unable to see or access the content contained on the site.
Some information is available, though, including past webinars and resources.
A selection of embedded YouTube videos is also available to non-members.
15. Skin Skript
SkinSkript is a good example of using LearnDash alongside e-commerce. The site sells various skincare products as well as virtual workshops and in-person events.
Events are listed on their own page and include details of how to sign up.
I also like how a location map was used so people can quickly see where the workshop is taking place.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many Websites Can I Create Using LearnDash?
LearnDash offers several pricing plans, including the plugin for one, ten, or unlimited sites. The cost ranges from $199 to $799 per year.
Does LearnDash Have Website Templates Available?
Since LearnDash is a WordPress plugin, it does not include website templates. Instead, you must select and use a WordPress theme. However, the platform does provide templates for building courses.
