23 December 2024
Happy Holidays 2024 - A Message from UC San Diego Extended Studies Dean Hugo O. Villar
Happy Holidays!
I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you during this holiday season for all of the engagement that you have shown with our programs that aim to bring the university closer to our community.
We are particularly thankful to our learners who have come to us—thousands of them—trying to acquire new skills to contribute effectively to the workforce and thus provide a vibrant workforce for our state, for our nation and for the global community.
We are very proud of the changes that we have made over the last year, bringing in new infrastructure and bringing in new educational technologies to bear into the process of providing education to our community.
Our heartfelt thanks to our community partners who have helped us during this period, and during this last year.
To all of you: thank you very much, and a happy holiday.
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New Certificates Launching in Winter 2025
For your continued learning, here are some new, UC San Diego Extended Studies certificates launching in Winter 2025. Registration is open now! Explore our Courses and Certificates today to find the best one for your goals.
Technical Aspects of Artificial Intelligence
This certificate program is perfect for everyone, from beginners looking to build essential skills to experienced professionals wanting to elevate their expertise. Participants will gain hands-on experience in high-demand areas such as natural language processing (NLP), computer vision, and advanced AI concepts, empowering them to thrive in the rapidly evolving tech landscape and be marketable for the most in-demand fields in AI.
Cybersecurity
In today's hyper-connected world, cybersecurity is more than a buzzword—it's a critical need. With threats growing in scale and sophistication, securing digital infrastructure is a top priority for organizations across all industries. The Cybersecurity Certificate Program offers the expertise and skills necessary to combat these evolving threats, making you an essential player in the fight against cyberattacks, prepared to be on the frontlines of digital defense.
Drug Discovery and Development – UPDATED
Drug discovery is a long, expensive, and multi-faceted process—one that goes far beyond breakthroughs in the lab. Yet, despite the challenges, the U.S. biotechnology industry is booming. With billions of dollars and years of research at stake, professionals who understand the full scope of this process are crucial to the industry’s continued success. As one potential solution, UC San Diego Extended Studies offers a dedicated certificate program.
Event Safety – FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
The inaugural Event Safety Certificate Program builds on the strong tradition of event safety, which supports everything from festivals and concerts to parades and religious gatherings. Created in partnership with industry experts, this program provides the skills and knowledge needed to ensure a safe experience for everyone involved in live events.
Health and Wellness Coaching
This certificate is an Approved Health and Wellness Coach Training & Education Program by the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching (NBHWC). Graduates of this program are eligible to apply for the HWC Certifying Examination to become National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC).
Instructional Design Program
Learn to create elevated online teaching and learning experiences that make you an invaluable player on the team. Curriculum includes hands-on and practical knowledge of instructional design principles, educational psychology, key learning theories, learning experience design, assessment and evaluation, multimedia integration, interactivity, and the use of learning management systems (LMS).
Lean Six Sigma Cinturón Blanco – TAUGHT IN SPANISH
New Lean Six Sigma White Belt workshop taught in Spanish. Lean Six Sigma methodology provides a structured approach to process improvement, which can help organizations reduce waste, improve efficiency, and increase customer satisfaction. The White Belt workshop is intended for individuals who want to gain a foundational understanding of Lean Six Sigma and its application to process improvement. It is suitable for anyone in any industry, including manufacturing, healthcare, service and more.