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FALL 2026
AI FUNDAMENTALS FOR WORKING PROFESSIONALS using AI responsibly and create a professionalized toolkit of resources you can immediately apply in your workplace.
Discover how AI can transform the way you work in this hands-on workshop designed for today’s professionals. No technical experience required! Explore practical tools that can boost productivity, automate routine tasks, improve decision-making and spark creativity. Through interactive exercises and real-world business scenarios, you’ll develop effective prompting skills, build your confidence in
Whether you’re looking to stay competitive, increase efficiency, or prepare for the future or work, you’ll leave ready to participate confidently in your organization’s digital transformation and future AI initiatives. This interactive workshop will be taught by Dr. Amber Yoo, a faculty member for CSUSM’s College of Business Administration specializing in generative AI adoption. For more information: www.csusm.edu/el/ai
EXTENDED LEARNING CELEBRATES SAN MARCOS USD GRADUATES’ ACHIEVEMENT Education (CTE) Interpretation and Translation Career Pathway.
On May 28, 2026, California State University San Marcos Extended Learning was proud to join the San Marcos High School District in celebrating five graduating seniors who completed the Community Interpreting component of the Career and Technical
During the Celebration of Bilingualism and Biliteracy Ceremony, Dr. Godfrey Gibbison, Dean of Extended Learning and Global Programs, presented each student with a CSUSM Certificate of Completion, recognizing their dedication to developing valuable bilingual professional skills. We congratulate these outstanding graduates on their achievement and look forward to welcoming some of them to the CSUSM community this fall as they continue their education journey!
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EARN YOUR TESL/TEFL CERTIFICATE! The Teaching English as a Second/Foreign Language (TESL/TEFL) Certificate Program prepares individuals from a variety of backgrounds to effectively teach English, both at home and abroad. We offer two formats to fit the needs of different populations: a 120-hour face-toface program and a 60-hour asynchronous online course. The program provides professional development and guidance in finding employment in the field with a strong emphasis on hands-on training and practice with English-language learners in a university setting.
Sessions are taught by master teachers with extensive experience in TESL/ TEFL, teacher training and curriculum development. Trainees graduate ready to begin working successfully as teachers of English as a Second/Foreign Language locally and abroad. For more information: www.csusm.edu/ global/alci/programs/tesltefl.html TEACHING OPPORTUNITIES Do you have expertise to share? CSUSM Extended Learning is always seeking instructors for noncredit professional development courses. To apply, email: professionaldevelopment@csusm.edu
FOR MORE INFORMATION 760-750-4020 el.inquiry@csusm.edu www.csusm.edu/el/professional