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Educational consultants are unique among business professionals because their goal is not just to have a profitable practice but also to truly make a difference in the lives of their clients. This course focuses on how to create a successful practice using…
College-bound students encounter a series of standardized examinations as they progress toward college admission. The PSAT/NMSQT, SAT, ACT and Advanced Placement tests are the most common. Topics include what each exam tests for, validity of test results,…
Financial aid is complex and information intensive, and college counselors must understand this important component of the college admissions process. Topics include history of financial aid; types and sources of financial aid; how to apply for federal, state…
The Practicum course is the capstone of the UCLA College Counseling Certificate Program, reviewing key concepts and principles from previous classes. Students must be enrolled and participate in the online portion of the course, during which practicum…
This course in the College Counseling Certificate focuses on individual groups of students with unique perspectives in the admissions process, such as students with learning differences, athletes, actors, and underserved students who are first-generation,…
Drawing on the theory and information presented in the required courses included in the UCLA Extension College Counseling Certificate program, this course provides a project-based learning approach for Practicum-ready students to apply their knowledge and…
This course focuses on methodologies appropriate for facilitating science instruction at the middle and high school levels in a variety of classroom settings. As candidates for the added authorization Single Subject Credential in Science, students in this…
This course is designed for credentialed teachers who are looking to add a certification in social studies to their credential. The primary goal of this course is for candidates to learn specific teaching strategies that are effective in supporting them to…
This course is designed to prepare secondary math candidates to effectively plan and deliver the state-adopted academic content standards for students in mathematics (grades 7-12). The candidate has multiple opportunities to learn, practice, and reflect upon…
This course focuses on methodologies appropriate for facilitating English/language arts instruction at the middle and high school levels in a variety of classroom settings. As candidates for the Single Subject Credential in English, students in this course…
The primary goal of this course is for each student to gain increased ability to effectively and efficiently teach K-12 physical education in pursuit of the added authorization credential. Students learn strategies for teaching California standards-based…
Meets Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) requirement of a "course directly related to teaching in a self-contained classroom, excluding the methods of teaching reading" for teachers who hold a Single Subject Teaching Credential and wish to obtain the…
This advanced course pushes your basic SketchUp skills to the next level. You develop a model that includes interior and exterior spaces. This course is designed to provide the necessary skills to thoroughly develop a model for presentation and construction…
In this course, students learn about the development of infants and toddlers and associated principles of inclusive and respectful caregiving. This course focuses on factors affecting the physical, cognitive and psychosocial development of the young child in…
This comprehensive hands-on workshop covers the basic 2D and 3D commands necessary to construct 3D objects and interiors using the award-winning SketchUp software. Developed for the conceptual stages of design, this "pencil of digital design" is powerful yet…
For early childhood professionals, this course is designed to assist teachers, caregivers and directors in better understanding and implementing procedures and policies for inclusion of young children with special needs into typical child care, preschool and…
Learn the causes of disruptive behavior, examine the forces that operate on the behavior of the young child in school and identify problems that need teacher intervention. Covers strategies for eliminating disruptive behavior and helping young children…
In an increasingly diverse and globalized world, many families recognize the value of speaking multiple languages, and early childhood education programs can help cultivate multilingual skills in both children who speak other languages at home and monolingual…
This course provides students with a basic level of understanding of the etiology of addiction and clinical implications derived from the application of psychology to chemically dependent behavior. To understand its complicated nature as a disease, the course…
Participation in this free online course is mandatory for all new students. This information session and new student orientation reviews how UCLA Extension's Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counseling Certificate can help you reach your career goals. The UCLA…
This one-day seminar is designed for students who are returning to school for the first time in many years and may lack the skills necessary to make the most out of their continuing education experience. It is intended to help students make the transition to…
This course discusses the metabolism of carbohydrates, fatty acids, amino acids and lipids. Additionally, the course covers photosynthetic metabolism and assimilation of inorganic nutrients. Finally, the course covers the regulation of these processes.…
This course covers nucleotide metabolism, DNA replication and repair, transcription machinery, regulation of transcription, RNA structure and processing, and protein synthesis and processing. Transferable for UC credit.
This course covers structure of proteins, carbohydrates and lipids; enzyme catalysis and principles of metabolism, including glycolysis and the citric acid cycle; and oxidative phosphorylation. Transferable for UC credit.
This course covers organic reactions, nucleophilic and electrophilic substitutions and additions, electrophilic aromatic substitutions, carbonyl reactions and catalysis. Instruction also covers the molecular basis of drug action and the organic chemistry of…
This laboratory class covers the synthesis and analysis of compounds; purification by extraction, chromatography, recrystallization and sublimation; characterization by mass spectroscopy; UV, NMR and IR spectroscopy; optical activity; electrochemistry; and pH…
This course presents continuing studies in the structure of organic molecules, with emphasis on biological applications. Topics include resonance, stereochemistry, conjugation and aromaticity; spectroscopy (NMR, IR and mass spectrometry); introduction to the…
This laboratory class provides an introduction to volumetric, spectrophotometric and potentiometric analysis. Instruction also covers the use and preparation of buffers and pH meters and synthesis and kinetics techniques using compounds of interest to…
This course covers phase changes; thermochemistry; first, second and third laws of thermodynamics; free energy changes; electrochemistry and its role as an energy source; chemical kinetics, including catalysis, reaction mechanisms and enzymes; coordination…
This course provides an introduction to physical and general chemistry principles; atomic structure based on quantum mechanics; atomic properties; trends in the periodic table; chemical bonding (Lewis structures, VSEPR theory, hybridization and molecular…
This introductory course in Building Information Modeling (BIM) focuses on Autodesk's Revit Architecture as a platform for learning key principles in the application of digital media in the design and documentation of building elements within a parametric…
Green buildings embody a design intent on balancing environmental responsiveness and responsibility, resource efficiency, and cultural and community sensitivity. The course primarily focuses on the LEED Rating System, currently the centerpiece of the most…
The course addresses construction project management components from the contractor's perspective, with an emphasis on publicly owned projects. You examine all facets of project management tools on the jobsite and the expected roles of the site management…
In this course, students gain an understanding of the fundamental structural concepts that individuals working in construction management need to have. This course provides an introduction to structural analysis and focuses on the classification of structural…
This course covers common construction law errors, basic contract and real estate principles in the construction context, contractor licensing and bidding. "Standard" construction industry documents also are examined, including AIA 201 general conditions,…
This course presents an in-depth study of the current systems and techniques applied in construction planning, scheduling, control and delay impact analysis. Instruction emphasizes the Critical Path Method approach to developing baseline schedules, progress…
This course studies construction materials, equipment, methods and regulatory influences. Topics include construction for site and civil work; seismic resistance; technology of basic building materials; interior and exterior finishes and plumbing, electrical…
This course covers the basic principles and responsibilities in construction management, including interface requirements between real estate, leasing, legal, feasibility, finance, lending, marketing, accounting and public agencies; defining and controlling…
As irrigation technology becomes more advanced, and water becomes scarcer, appropriate water application for plants is critical. Students learn how to design and prepare a residential irrigation plan. Instruction covers foundation in hydraulic design;…
This course presents the characteristics of up to 150 plants selected for their garden use and seasonal interest in the Southern California area. Topics include trees; shrubs, ground covers; vines; and herbaceous plants, emphasizing their landscape use,…
This course covers the identification and management of common garden insects, diseases and weeds common in the California landscape. Topics include integrated pest management (IPM) and biological and other non-chemical methods of control, as well as…
Sustainability is today's buzzword, and many people seek to create a lifestyle with a more favorable impact on the environment. From home and school gardens to commercial sites, our gardens present the perfect place to start. Designed for horticulture…
This course offers a practical introduction to the basics of maintaining a home garden. Students gain knowledge in tool selection and care, soil preparation, planting, plant nutrition and water requirements. Topics include common landscape problems with…
Interested in turning your passion for plants into a profession? The Horticulture & Gardening program offers courses to get you on your way, whether you're seeking a new career path or the knowledge to better care for your own landscape. This free information…
Proteins are involved in almost every physiological process that occurs within the body. They are necessary for countless metabolic processes, including converting glucose into energy, carrying oxygen in your blood, and recognizing and destroying foreign…
Students learn how to paint using oil paint on canvas, board, and paper. Instruction covers preparation, color mixing, brush handling, oil paint media, safety, and concept development. Techniques, such as glazing and alla prima, are explored with an emphasis…
Work one-on-one with a current Visual Arts instructor who guides development of a meaningful project geared toward a portfolio piece, competition, freelance assignment, or other advanced goal. Students choose their own mentors from instructors currently…
Introduction to computer science via theory, applications, and programming. Basic data types, operators and control structures. Input/output. Procedural and data abstraction. Introduction to object-oriented software development. Functions, recursion. Arrays,…
This course provides insight about the tools, techniques and strategies needed to develop content that draws in your target audience along their consumer journey, optimize your website architecture and build inbound links to improve search rankings. Learn…
This studio-based course introduces students to abstract painting and expands their ability to enjoy and respond to abstract art. Students improve their color skills and learn techniques for composition and improvisation. The course also focuses on creating…