Bernadette Doherty is a curriculum designer, digital learning specialist and education disrupter with a deep passion for EdTech and future ready learning. She founded Curriculum for Tomorrow to challenge outdated models of education and to build learning experiences that genuinely work for people. Berni is driven by ideas. She brings the vision, sees outside the box and designs with a clarity that cuts through the noise. Her approach is rooted in a holistic, learner centred understanding of how people actually learn. She specialises in turning strong educational theory into practical, real world learning that feels relevant, usable and accessible to everyone. She brings a wealth of experience in digital and blended learning, curriculum design, learning ecosystems, instructional design and inclusive practice. Her work focuses on embedding real world skills such as emotional intelligence, AI literacy, resilience and sustainability into both mainstream and professional education. She helps organisations meet Ofsted, DfE and regulatory expectations without losing creativity, innovation or humanity. As a strong advocate for neurodivergent-friendly design, Berni builds learning spaces where no one is left on the margins. Her work blends accessibility, digital design, strategy and innovation with a deep commitment to widening participation and tackling barriers head-on. Through Curriculum for Tomorrow, Berni designs audits, curricula, e-learning products, EdTech tools and CPD that shift thinking and move education forward. Her strength lies in seeing connections others miss, imagining possibilities others overlook and transforming ambitious ideas into usable, high-impact solutions. At the core of her work is a simple belief: education should prepare people for the world they are actually living in, not the one we used to have. Berni’s mission is to build learning that is bold, human, inclusive and genuinely future focused.

Bernadette Doherty

Bernadette Doherty is a curriculum designer, digital learning specialist and education disrupter with a deep passion for EdTech and future ready learning. She founded Curriculum for Tomorrow to challenge outdated models of education and to build learning experiences that genuinely work for people. Berni is driven by ideas. She brings the vision, sees outside the box and designs with a clarity that cuts through the noise. Her approach is rooted in a holistic, learner centred understanding of how people actually learn. She specialises in turning strong educational theory into practical, real world learning that feels relevant, usable and accessible to everyone. She brings a wealth of experience in digital and blended learning, curriculum design, learning ecosystems, instructional design and inclusive practice. Her work focuses on embedding real world skills such as emotional intelligence, AI literacy, resilience and sustainability into both mainstream and professional education. She helps organisations meet Ofsted, DfE and regulatory expectations without losing creativity, innovation or humanity. As a strong advocate for neurodivergent-friendly design, Berni builds learning spaces where no one is left on the margins. Her work blends accessibility, digital design, strategy and innovation with a deep commitment to widening participation and tackling barriers head-on. Through Curriculum for Tomorrow, Berni designs audits, curricula, e-learning products, EdTech tools and CPD that shift thinking and move education forward. Her strength lies in seeing connections others miss, imagining possibilities others overlook and transforming ambitious ideas into usable, high-impact solutions. At the core of her work is a simple belief: education should prepare people for the world they are actually living in, not the one we used to have. Berni’s mission is to build learning that is bold, human, inclusive and genuinely future focused.

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Bernadette Doherty is a curriculum designer, digital learning specialist and education disrupter with a deep passion for EdTech and future ready learning. She founded Curriculum for Tomorrow to challenge outdated models of education and to build learning experiences that genuinely work for people.

Berni is driven by ideas. She brings the vision, sees outside the box and designs with a clarity that cuts through the noise. Her approach is rooted in a holistic, learner centred understanding of how people actually learn. She specialises in turning strong educational theory into practical, real world learning that feels relevant, usable and accessible to everyone.

She brings a wealth of experience in digital and blended learning, curriculum design, learning ecosystems, instructional design and inclusive practice. Her work focuses on embedding real world skills such as emotional intelligence, AI literacy, resilience and sustainability into both mainstream and professional education. She helps organisations meet Ofsted, DfE and regulatory expectations without losing creativity, innovation or humanity.

As a strong advocate for neurodivergent-friendly design, Berni builds learning spaces where no one is left on the margins. Her work blends accessibility, digital design, strategy and innovation with a deep commitment to widening participation and tackling barriers head-on.

Through Curriculum for Tomorrow, Berni designs audits, curricula, e-learning products, EdTech tools and CPD that shift thinking and move education forward. Her strength lies in seeing connections others miss, imagining possibilities others overlook and transforming ambitious ideas into usable, high-impact solutions.

At the core of her work is a simple belief: education should prepare people for the world they are actually living in, not the one we used to have. Berni’s mission is to build learning that is bold, human, inclusive and genuinely future focused.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder & Director at Curriculum for Tomorrow Ltd
July 1, 2024 - November 17, 2025
Pioneering future-focused education transformation through the Holistic Learning Compass framework; 11+ years’ experience designing real-world curriculum and e-learning embedding AI literacy, sustainability, ESG principles, and neurodivergent-inclusive approaches. Successfully approved onto NHS Framework C1546.390 for national CPD delivery and leading development of future-ready curricula and CPD for NHS Prescribing Practitioners.
Quality Assurance / EPA / IQA / EQA / Assessment Design at Self-employed (Freelance) – Freelance Education Consultant
January 1, 2024 - November 17, 2025
Providing quality assurance services to training providers and awarding bodies on IQA, EPA and EQA activities across regulated qualifications; delivering actionable feedback to delivery teams to uphold quality and regulatory compliance.
Curriculum Manager at Pathway Group
August 31, 2024 - March 31, 2025
Led design and enhancement of curricula across Health & Social Care, Digital Marketing, Early Years, Leadership & Management, Business Studies, Customer Service, Education qualifications; oversaw provision across Apprenticeships, AEB, Advanced Learner Loans, Multiply, and Bootcamps. Embedded ESG, emotional intelligence and real-world skills; led curriculum quality audits and staff training.
Quality Assurance Coach & Curriculum Lead at Qube Learning
February 28, 2023 - February 28, 2023
Ensured curriculum quality, compliance, and staff development across regulated provision; led standardisation, IQA processes, and Ofsted-preparation activities; delivered professional development sessions for pedagogy and curriculum improvement.
Health & Social Care Tutor/Assessor at Motive8 College
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Delivered teaching and assessment for Health & Social Care programmes, ensuring awarding body compliance and robust learner progression.
Freelance Online Tutor at Skills Network
December 31, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Created and delivered digital learning materials across multiple subjects, supporting online learners with accessible resources.
Care Coordinator & Field Care Supervisor at Care UK
January 5, 2014 - November 1, 2016
Managed care services and ensured compliance with care standards; led coordination of field operations and quality checks.
Senior Consultant at HKR Recruitment
December 31, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Delivered specialist recruitment services and client relationship management, aligning talent solutions with business needs.

Education

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Qualifications

Level 5 Certificate in Education
January 11, 2030 - November 17, 2025
Level 4 Award in IQA of Assessment Processes & Practice
January 11, 2030 - November 17, 2025
Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement
January 11, 2030 - November 17, 2025
Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care
January 11, 2030 - November 17, 2025
Enhanced DBS Check (Update Service Registered)
January 11, 2030 - November 17, 2025
Enhanced DBS Check (Update Service Registered)
January 11, 2030 - November 17, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Healthcare, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Non-Profit Organization