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Course Spotlight
Revenue Integrity: A Two-Part Series
This course introduces students to key concepts for hospital claims, including charges, regulatory claims edits, and denials. A clean hospital claim is evidence of a revenue cycle that operates to its fullest capacity from registration to collections. Explore the aspects of hospital revenue cycle and claims in this two-part course.
Instructor Spotlight
Karla Gibbs, BA, COC-H
Accounting and Finance Instructor
“Students who have taken our courses have benefitted by launching from a career in billing to an advanced career in claims auditing from skills taught in the course. Teaching at UCLA Extension is unique as it provides a platform to connect students with real-world job skills that can be used immediately in the workplace.”
Career Spotlight
What does a Paralegal do, what skills should they possess, and where do they work?
A paralegal is someone who performs delegated legal work for which a lawyer is ultimately responsible. A qualified Paralegal should possess skills that include communication, computer, interpersonal, organizational, and research. They perform a variety of tasks which can include:
• Conducting research on relevant law, regulations, and legal articles • Investigating the facts of a case • Drafting correspondence and legal documents, such as contracts and mortgages • Gathering evidence and legal documents for attorney review and case preparation • Writing reports to help lawyers prepare for trials • Obtaining affidavits and other formal statements that may be used as evidence in court Paralegals are employed across many industries (i.e., entertainment, government, tech, aerospace, health care, etc.) and work in such places as law firms; corporate legal departments; medical companies and hospitals; real estate and title insurance companies; federal, state, and local government agencies; nongovernmental organizations; and more.
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Post-MBA Specialization
Expand your knowledge and be prepared to level up to lead the workforce of tomorrow. From digital transformation or communications in the digital age, to artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, our multi-topic program will build your knowledge base with the latest information in the fast-changing areas of business and help prepare you to navigate future challenges in any organization.
Personal Financial Planning
As a leading provider of personal financial planning educational programs, our CFP® Board registered certificates equip you with a thorough understanding of financial planning standards and practice. The curriculum covers the relevant topics that form the basis of—and prepares you for—the CFP Certification Examination. For financial professionals with at least 2–3 years’ experience who are looking for an accelerated learning experience, you may consider our Personal Financial Planning: Accelerated Online program.
Paralegal Training Program
Now Offered Entirely Online Prepare for a legal career in law firms, government, and nonprofits with our ABA-Approved Paralegal Training Program. You can now earn your certificate in five or 11 months from anywhere in the world through a program with 50 years of expertise and instructors approved by the UCLA School of Law. Learn more at our information sessions.*
Accounting Certificates
Our entry-level Accounting Fundamentals Certificate is ideal for newcomers and financial professionals who want to strengthen their skills, while our Accounting Certificate meets the accounting course requirements needed to sit for the California CPA exam.
For professionals looking to enhance their skills, we also offer specializations in Intermediate Accounting, Advanced Accounting, or certificates in Taxation or Internal Audit. Our new articulation agreement with California State University Northridge could lead you to a Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation.
*Paralegals may not provide legal services directly to the public, except as permitted by law. Pursuant to ABA Guidelines, students must take at least nine semester credits or the equivalent of legal specialty courses through synchronous instruction. LAW X 406 Paralegal Training Program meets this requirement.
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Finance Certificates
Newly Revised To meet increasing demand, this spring we are offering four new, shorter, and more career-centered finance certificates. Our Fundamental Finance Certificate provides a foundation in finance for anyone who does not have a finance degree or work experience in finance. For seasoned professionals, we offer three advanced certificates: Corporate Finance and Strategy, Investment Management and Analysis, and Quantitative Financial Analytics.
Digital Marketing Certificate
Get up-to-date training in digital media, data and analytics, social media, content management, and more in this program. This certificate is ideal for professionals whose job duties include marketing or media relations, as well as business owners looking to increase their knowledge in designing and implementing digital marketing plans.
Human Resources Management
Whether you are just starting out or are ready to advance your career, our human resources program offers a current, comprehensive, and practical grounding in the major areas required of a human resources professional. Our courses are taught by top human resources professionals who bring real-world experiences to the classroom.
Enterprise Risk Management Certificate
All organizations operate knowing there are risks involved. This certificate prepares those who want to learn more about risk management concepts and methods and enable their businesses to adapt to challenging and rapidly evolving risk environments.
Emergency Management and Homeland Security (EMHS)
As emergencies increase in size and frequency, the demand for emergency management skills is increasing in both the private and public sectors. Specialize in EMHS and help your organization create a safe and ready future.
Real Estate Certificate
Demand for residential and industrial real estate is high. Whether you are looking to obtain a sales or broker’s license, residential or commercial, looking for additional investing and analytical skills, or working on the credit and loan side, we have the program for you.
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Paralegal Training Program Information Session
Livestream April 16, 10am–12pm Join us for a free live webcast to learn more about paralegal career paths, industry requirements, and the benefits of our program. Hear directly from a program graduate, instructor, and program administrators. For more information: uclaextension.edu/paralegalinfosession
