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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•OnlineFuture careers: What will work look like in 2030?
OnlineJoin Dean PK Agarwal for this free online session. He'll lead a forward-looking conversation on emerging job roles in tech, sustainability, health, and creative industries. Learn how industry convergence and global trends are shaping new career paths and the skills you’ll need to stay relevant.
- Discover which industries are driving job creation and how roles are evolving across tech, sustainability, health, and the creative economy.
- Understand the impact of global trends—like AI, climate change, and demographic shifts—on the future of work.
- Identify the skills and mindsets that will help you stay competitive and adaptable in a rapidly changing landscape.
This session is part of Pathways to Professional Success, a new conversation series hosted by Dean P.K. Agarwal.
Claim your seat today!7 attendees
•OnlineEmbedded Systems Program Info Session
OnlineBuild Your Career in Embedded Systems
While hiring has slowed in some tech sectors, the demand for skilled Embedded Systems professionals continues to grow across industries.
At this free winter info session, you’ll learn about emerging roles in embedded technology and the essential skills that make your resume stand out. Discover how AI is being integrated into embedded systems—and how you can stay ahead of the curve with UCSC Silicon Valley Extension’s industry-aligned courses and expert instructors.
Featured Speaker:
Michael Wang, Chair of the UCSC Silicon Valley Extension Embedded Systems Certificate Program, will share insights on the evolving job market, key technical competencies, and strategies to advance your career.
This session will also highlight two upcoming Winter courses ideal for building your foundation or deepening your expertise in Embedded Systems.
This winter info session is sponsored by the UCSC Silicon Valley Extension Embedded Systems certificate program.
Register now!8 attendees
•OnlineHuman Resource Management-- Free winter info session
OnlineImmigration and Workforce Strategy: Creating Successful Teams
Join Program Chair Philip Ziman and explore UCSC Silicon Valley’s Human Resource Management certificate, designed to help you recruit, develop, and retain top talent in a changing global landscape. Learn to align HR strategies with business goals, leverage AI-driven people analytics for stronger workforce insights, and navigate the evolving immigration climate and policy shaping today’s labor market.
Advance Your HR Skills and Credentials
Gain expertise in talent acquisition, leadership development, employee relations, and compliance while understanding how AI and automation are transforming HR practices. This HRCI- and SHRM-approved program offers pre-approved recertification credits and prepares you to lead inclusive, data-informed teams that thrive amid shifts in immigration policy, workforce mobility, and global competition.
This winter info session is sponsored by the Human Resource Management program.
Register today.3 attendees
•OnlineBusiness Administration Info Session
Online### Strong business skills are the key to success.
Join our live virtual discussion to explore how our courses and expert instructors can help you build a versatile and successful career in business.
We’ll talk about business leadership essentials and management science as well as practical skills crucial for everyday business operations and strategies. Our curriculum is uniquely designed to provide you with the competitive tools you need for career success.
### Highlights
- Insights into emerging trends in business, such as AI, and their impact on job opportunities.
- Networking opportunities with industry professionals and experienced instructors.
- Comprehensive overview of our Business Administration Certificate Program.
This is a great opportunity to understand how new business skills can inform your leadership style for today’s dynamic business environment.
#### Sponsor
This info session is sponsored by the UCSC Silicon Valley Professional Education Business Administration certificate program.
Register today!1 attendee
Past events
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