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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User Experience and Web Design info session
·OnlineOnlineDesign digital experiences people love to use.
In today’s rapidly evolving tech landscape, organizations need professionals who can combine empathy, usability, and aesthetics to create interfaces that engage and delight users. Learn how UX and web design specialists use research‑driven methods, prototyping tools, and inclusive design principles to build seamless digital experiences across platforms.
Your Speaker
Join Nicole Sharratt, chair of the UCSC Silicon Valley Extension User Experience & Web Design program, for an inside look at how our courses equip you with the skills to lead user‑centered design projects—whether you’re shaping websites, apps or digital products.
Sponsor
This winter info session is sponsored by UCSC Silicon Valley Extension User Experience & Web Design program.
Register today!14 attendees
Medical Device Quality and Design Info Session
·OnlineOnlineAdvance your career in medical device design and quality.
As healthcare technology evolves, professionals who understand global regulatory standards, risk management, and quality systems are in high demand. Learn how to design, document, and validate medical devices, digital health solutions, and AI/ML-based devices while ensuring compliance with FDA, ISO, and EU MDR requirements.
Speaker
Join Kiran Gulati, chair of the UCSC Silicon Valley Extension Medical Device Quality and Design program, for an inside look at how our courses provide hands-on training, practical case studies, and industry-relevant skills that prepare you for roles in quality engineering, regulatory compliance, and design assurance.
Sponsor
This winter info session is sponsored by the Medical Device Quality and Design certificate program.
Register.12 attendees
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.
Speaker
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
3 attendees
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!44 attendees
Past events
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