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Top 10 Best Jobs in San Diego for 2025
Discover the top 10 best jobs in the San Diego County area to help better understand the current job landscape and plot your future.
July 24, 2025
A New Era for Lifelong Learning: OLLI at UC San Diego Celebrates One-Year Anniversary in the 8980 Villa La Jolla Drive Building
OLLI at UC San Diego celebrates major growth and a renewed sense of community after moving into the 8980 Villa La Jolla Drive Building.
July 10, 2025
Decoding Healthcare: How to Become a Medical Coder
Learn what a medical coder does, how to start a career in medical coding, and the real-world impact of this growing healthcare profession.
June 26, 2025
Copyediting in the Age of AI: A Look at the Future and Why Human Copyeditors Still Matter
Will AI replace copyeditors? A writing instructor discusses the future and why human copyeditors still matter.
June 12, 2025
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National Safety Month 2025: OSHA’s Call to Action for Workplace Safety
National Safety Month reminds us that proactive training saves lives. OSHA-authorized safety courses support safer workplaces all year.
June 5, 2025
Bridging Borders: UC San Diego and ITJ Forge a Binational Innovation Hub in Tijuana
A binational partnership is redefining regional workforce development through leadership training, technical upskilling, and biotech innovation.
May 30, 2025
How to Get a Digital Marketing Job in 2025
Digital marketing jobs are booming. Whether you're new or reskilling, your skills—not your degree—can launch a rewarding marketing career.
May 27, 2025
What is Quantum Machine Learning?
Explore how quantum machine learning is transforming industries—and how you can gain practical, real-world skills to break into the field.
May 22, 2025
Speak, Connect, Influence: How AI is Humanizing Business Communication
Learn how to harness AI in the digital age to enhance, not replace, business communication skills with insights from UC San Diego Extended Studies.
May 15, 2025
Navigating the Latest Trends in Digital Design and Creative Strategy
From AI tools to strategic thinking, discover the top trends shaping digital design education at UC San Diego Extended Studies.
May 8, 2025
Following Her Passion – Cecilia Stagni’s Career Transition From Engineering to Art
From engineer to artist: Discover how Cecilia Stagni followed her passion and transformed her career through the Art & Creative Process Certificate.
May 5, 2025
Extended Studies Research Center Creates Impact Through Evaluation
Expert evaluation services that transform research projects through actionable insights and proven methodologies at UC San Diego.
April 24, 2025
Beyond the Shoreline: What it Means to Be an Ocean Conservationist
Discover how your everyday choices impact ocean health, no matter how far you live from the coastline.
April 18, 2025
Certificate vs. Certification: Two Tools to Propel Your Career
Dean Hugo Villar explains how certificates and certifications complement each other to accelerate your career, boost employability, and demonstrate your professional value.
April 10, 2025
How To Become a Medical Writer
Discover how to become a medical writer, what it is, and how you can turn complex research into lucrative, flexible career opportunities.
March 24, 2025
Event Safety Management: A Guide to Prioritizing Protection in Every Event Plan
Gain Insider Perspective: Event safety expert Bryan Huneycutt shares insights on proactive management, top risks, and how safety planning creates better experiences while preventing disasters.
March 13, 2025
How UC San Diego Extended Studies and the San Diego County Office of Education Are Transforming Education
Discover how transformative educational opportunities beyond the classroom are addressing inequities and building student resilience through innovative community partnerships.
March 6, 2025
How Artificial Intelligence is Transforming Professional Development
From AI basics to specialized certificates, unlock your potential in the AI revolution. Learn how to future-proof your career with UC San Diego's expert guidance.
February 20, 2025
Copyediting vs. Technical Writing: Career Guide
Torn between two writing paths? Compare insider perspectives on six-figure roles, industry demand, and the hidden growth opportunities in each field.
February 13, 2025
3D: Timothy's Journey to Becoming a Substance Abuse Counselor
From personal recovery to professional purpose: Follow Timothy Thomas Jr.'s inspiring path to becoming a certified substance use counselor through UC San Diego Extended Studies' comprehensive program.
February 3, 2025
7 Top Essential Skills in San Diego
Explore the 7 essential skills driving San Diego's job market, with insights from 450,000+ job postings. From communication to tech proficiency, discover how these high-growth competencies can advance your career through Extended Studies' programs.
January 27, 2025
Transforming Classroom Conflict into Learning Opportunities
Transform classroom challenges into powerful teaching moments. Learn practical strategies for managing difficult discussions and creating an inclusive learning environment.
January 16, 2025
Happy Holidays 2024 - A Message From Dean Hugo O. Villar
A holiday message from UC San Diego Extended Studies, thanking the community and announcing new certificate programs for Winter 2025, including AI, cybersecurity, drug development, and event safety courses.
December 23, 2024
The Call to Creative Writing-Finding Your Voice, Telling Your Story
Discover the power of storytelling and unlock your creative writing potential. Learn essential narrative techniques and find your authentic voice with guidance from UC San Diego Extended Studies instructor Cory Belyea.
December 19, 2024