What we’re about
Keep your professional career edge by learning something new.
Our Meetups give you the opportunity to meet with instructors and students so you can learn about all the great professional training we offer here.
Learn practical, high demand skills. We offer 28 professional certificate programs and nearly 400 courses in five distinct areas: Technology, Education, Bioscience, Design, and Business. Visit our beautiful Santa Clara campus building or take online courses. Since we offer open enrollment and new courses start all the time, there's always something new for you. Most of the courses are taught evenings and Saturdays.
International students are welcome and have the opportunity to pursue internships and temporary paid jobs (OPT).
Join us at our regular events to meet instructors and get a sense of the industry and how we prepare you for a successful career.
Call us with questions at (408) 861-3860 or email us at Extension@ucsc.edu.
Here's our homepage: https://www.ucsc-extension.edu/
Upcoming events
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Working in Early Childhood Education
·OnlineOnlineStart a meaningful career shaping young minds
With early learning programs in growing demand, educators who understand child development, curriculum design, and classroom dynamics are essential. The portfolio of UCSC Silicon Valley Extension early childhood education programs provide aspiring and mid-level ECE teachers with expertise in teaching infants through preschool‑age children, developing age‑appropriate curriculum, and collaborating with families and communities and tools to build your career for leadership in the industry.
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Join Ninet Moradi, chair of the Early Childhood Education programs, for an inside look at how our courses can help you qualify for associate‑teacher roles, meet California licensing requirements, and launch a rewarding career supporting children’s growth and learning.
Learn more about upcoming courses in ECE
Visit our ECE programs to explore courses and opportunities
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The art of interviewing: From good to great.
·OnlineOnlineInterviews are no longer just about resumes. In this session with PK Agarwal, dean of UCSC Silicon Valley Extension, we will dive into behavioral questions, storytelling techniques, virtual interview etiquette, and ways to stand out with authenticity and confidence.
- Learn to craft memorable responses to behavioral interview questions using proven storytelling frameworks.
- Understand what sets standout candidates apart in both in-person and virtual interviews—including etiquette, presence, and tone.
- Gain tips for showcasing your unique strengths with clarity and confidence while staying true to yourself.
This is a casual discussion with Dean Agarwal. Be sure to bring your questions and share your experience.
This event is part of the Dean Conversations: Pathways to professional success series.
Claim your seat!50 attendees
AI Business Practices Info Session
·OnlineOnlineTransform your workplace with practical AI skills.
In an era of rapid digital change, non‑technical professionals need to know how to deploy AI tools and strategies efficiently—without needing to code. This specialization shows how you can streamline tasks like document and presentation creation, reporting, and project coordination using generative AI, intelligent agents, and automation.
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Join Hien Luu, Program Chair and Head of Machine Learning Infrastructure at Zoox, for an inside look at how our courses help you build prompt‑engineering know‑how, ethical AI awareness, and productivity‑boosting workflows—so you can lead AI‑driven change in your organization.
Sponsor
This winter info session is sponsored by the AI Business Practices specialization.
Register.3 attendees
Cracking the career code: What recruiters really look for
·OnlineOnlineGo behind the scenes of hiring with insights into how recruiters screen resumes, evaluate skills, and select candidates. Learn how to tailor your applications, build a standout online presence, and avoid common pitfalls that derail even qualified applicants.
- Gain insider insight into how recruiters review resumes, assess skills, and decide who moves forward.
- Learn how to tailor your materials and highlight the right qualifications to make a strong first impression.
- Discover how to elevate your online profile and avoid common mistakes that can cost candidates opportunities.
This event is part of the Dean Conversations: Pathways to professional success series.
Register today!3 attendees
Past events
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