Learn the latest, best practices in your field
When you’re ready to learn new skills for a job promotion, shift your focus to a new industry entirely, or explore the latest Silicon Valley best practices in a given field, UCSC Silicon Valley Extension will help you get there.
Take your career further
More than 30 programs in Silicon Valley's top fields—technology, business, bioscience, education, design, and law—have been developed in partnership with industry and university leaders. Night, weekend, online, and hybrid courses are created and scheduled to meet the needs of working professionals in the region.
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Mentored instruction
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Industry-aligned curriculum
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Hands-on projects to build your resume
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Practical skills, portfolio projects, & networking for the job search
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In-person, remote, flex, weekend, & evening classes
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9–12 months to complete a certificate—or maybe two!
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OPT opportunities for international students
International | Workforce Programs
International students will enjoy our F-1 visa-compliant business and technology certificate programs. Students completing programs through our workforce agency partners also have a wide choice of approved programs to choose from.
Let us know what exciting career you are interested in!