Education, Humanities & Social Sciences

Early Childhood Educators Higher Education & Adult Educators K-12 California Teacher Credentialing & Authorizations K-12 Educator Professional Development Pathway Fundraising Humanities & Social Sciences Journalism Languages Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UCLA

Popular Programs

Teacher Induction-CA Clear Credential Programs

For Multiple Subject, Single Subject, and Education Specialist teachers, UCLA Extension’s Teacher Induction California Clear Credential program is a two-year, individualized, job-embedded system of mentoring, support, and professional learning for newly credentialed teachers. Two program tracks are available: the School Mentor Track, for teachers that have a site-based mentor selected and approved by their school administrator, and the University Mentor Track, where UCLA Extension will match participating teachers with a highly qualified mentor teacher. Both program options offer; fully-online course format; ability to clear multiple preliminary credentials; Early Completion Option (ECO); and BTSA Waiver.

College Counseling

The certificate is designed for secondary school counselors, teachers, career counselors, admissions personnel, and others who want to develop their professional competencies or are interested in establishing an independent educational consulting practice. This program is also ideal for college admissions professionals who want to help high school students identify post-secondary options.

K-12 Methods Courses

These fully online courses are approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing and satisfy the California requirements for teachers who want to add a single-subject or multiple-subject credential to an already existing general education credential. Please contact an advisor prior to enrollment.

College Counseling Mentorship Program

Many of our certificate students create a strong bond with their College Counseling instructors during the length of the program. Occasionally, our students seek out the opportunity for more guidance from a particular instructor on a specific topic related to college admissions advising. Students enrolled in the college counseling certificate program may work one-on-one with an instructor of their choice. Graduates of our program are also welcome to participate in this exciting, personalized opportunity. Students may choose to purchase a two-hour, three-hour, or four-hour block of time with an instructor, at $150 per hour. Meetings between the instructor and the student take place in a scheduled, synchronous format through our learning management system, Canvas.

Early Childhood Lead Teacher Advanced Courses

Continue your education to advance your career and become an ECE (Early Childhood Education) Lead or Master teacher. The certificate is for students who have an Associate Teacher permit or certificate and are ready to earn the 24 ECE/CD semester units for professional advancement. Elementary school teachers can use these units to teach in Transitional Kindergarten.

Career Technical Education

Work with your employer to chart a unique pathway into the teaching profession. The CTE credential program offers school districts the opportunity to recruit and hire talented and committed professional with at least three years of qualified industry experience to fill critical teaching positions in designated subjects.

Explore all of our courses and certificates, in person, hybrid, or online at:

uclaextension.edu

Instructor Spotlight

Karen Grace Baker, MBA

Ms. Baker was lead college counselor at a private Los Angeles based high school. She presently works as an independent college counselor.

Events

Land Use and Planning Conference

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Education, Humanities & Social Sciences

Popular Programs

Early Childhood Practicum (English and Spanish)

A practicum experience in early childhood education is a developmental and sequential set of activities integrated with theoretical and pedagogical coursework. The practicum student participates in a guided program of self-assessment of strengths and opportunities for growth, planning an individualized learning pathway, self-reflection, and an assessment of teaching competencies, with evidence. Students practice classroom skills with increasing complexity, using Universal Design for Learning (UDL) skills and increasing independence and through a gradual release model. This course is offered in English and Spanish.

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UCLA

No tests. No grades. Just learning for the sheer joy of learning. OLLI at UCLA provides a unique opportunity for individuals age 50+ to engage in low-cost, non-credit UCLA programs among a worldwide community of lifelong learners. OLLI members have access to over 200 courses per year, special events, interest groups, and leadership and intergenerational volunteer opportunities at UCLA. Topics include art, history, science, philosophy, literature, language, exercise, games, and more. Courses are offered in person and via Zoom. Membership begins at $50/year. Scholarships available. For more information: uclaextension.edu/olli or call (310) 206-2693.

Pathway

Pathway offers virtual tours three times per month. Please go to uclaextension.edu/pathway to learn more. Pathway at UCLA Extension is a two-to-three-year college program for neurodiverse students that offers a blend of educational, social, and vocational experiences. Pathway uses a “learn-by-doing” approach, and the program features a curriculum of core courses, audit courses on UCLA‘s main campus, UCLA Extension courses, and internships for our students to choose from.

Journalism Certificate

In just one year, get the training needed to succeed in today’s multimedia market. Learn from expert instructors with experience in a modern media environment and launch an exciting career in this fast-paced industry. Cohorts are admitted every fall (in person) and spring (online). For more information: uclaextension.edu/journalisminfosession or email journalism@uclaextension.edu.

Legal Interpretation and Translation

Position yourself for success in one of today’s fastestgrowing fields, and pursue a rewarding career in the criminal justice system, civil service, or in business. This comprehensive, rigorous certificate program teaches students how to become a skilled interpreter and translator while preparing you for the California Court Interpreter State Certification Exam. Courses are offered on the weekends to accommodate working professionals.

Explore all of our courses and certificates, in person, hybrid, or online at:

uclaextension.edu

Student Spotlight

Akarsh Reddian

“I will be interning with UCLA Health this year, working on a team, digitizing documents, and maintaining a log of files to ensure the project is handled correctly. My second internship is at the UCLA Tarjan center. I will be creating a podcast that talks about my own disabilities and raises awareness for others who have a disability.“

TRANSFER CREDIT COURSES

UCLA Extension courses with XL 1–XL 199 in the course number are equivalent to undergraduate courses offered by UCLA regular session and provide credit toward bachelor’s degrees across all campuses of the University of California (unit and subject credit) and the California State University system (up to 36 units of credit, subject, and grade credit). They are also accepted at many universities nationwide. Always check your receiving institution for transferability, as limits may apply.