Cal State Fullerton University Extension offers professional development certificate programs designed to help people advance or change their careers. These programs, taught by subject matter experts and working professionals, provide in-demand skills through immersive, hands-on learning experiences that fit into a busy schedule.
Whether campus community members are looking to specialize in a field, boost their resume or expand their professional network, earning a certificate can be a valuable investment in their future.
Here are some of the benefits to consider when earning a certificate through CSUF.
Diverse Program Offerings
CSUF offers certificate programs across a variety of industries, allowing participants to gain specialized knowledge and credentials in their field of interest. Programs include:
- Human Resources Management
- Geographic Information Systems
- Fiduciary Management
- Crime and Intelligence Analysis
With many disciplines to choose from, CSUF provides opportunities to bolster skills, fill skill gaps, switch careers or gain a competitive edge in one’s current profession.
Flexible Learning Options
Understanding the demands of today’s professionals, CSUF offers a flexible learning format in online learning, which allows students to balance their studies with work and personal commitments, making career growth more accessible than ever.
Networking and Career Advancement
One of the most valuable aspects of a certificate program is the ability to connect with industry professionals, instructors and peers who share one’s career interests. Many students will see familiar faces in their courses as they move through the program together in a cohort-style format.
For many students, networking through CSUF’s certificate programs has been a game changer.
“I have made important connections in this program with fellow students and professors. I have also learned a large amount of information that truly has helped me feel comfortable about the work that I do and the decisions I make within the HR field,” said Alex Figge, an HR management alum.
Additionally, earning a certificate can boost credibility in job interviews and open doors to new career opportunities. “Having the state certification most certainly helped when interviewing for crime and intelligence analyst positions,” said Karina Amaral, a crime and intelligence analysis certificate alum.
Whether students are looking to enhance their skills, transition to a new industry or strengthen their professional network, a CSUF University Extension certificate program can help them achieve their goals.
Learn more about available programs by visiting the CSUF University Extension website.