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Health Care & Counseling

Build your health care skills and prepare for success in this rewarding industry.

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UCLA Extension’s Health Care and Counseling programs offer a variety of courses and certificates to help you take the next step in your professional development and career.

Whether you choose counseling, advocacy or general health and wellness, our programs ensure you will stay up-to-date with industry trends and insights.

Classes are taught by leading professionals with real-world experience. Our instructors are eager to assist students with their educational and professional goals as well as their personal development.

Find a path that works for you.

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Applied Anatomy and Biomechanics
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Prevention and Control of Infectious Agents
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Information Session and New Student Orientation: Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counseling Certificate
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Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counseling
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Behavioral Health Support Specialist Program
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Post-Baccalaureate in Pre-Nursing Studies
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Pediatric Medicine
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What's the difference between certificates and specializations?

A certificate offers in-depth study of a professional field through coursework that balances theory and practice, providing learners knowledge and expertise in less time than many traditional postgraduate degrees. A specialization is a short series of courses designed to help you quickly gain knowledge in a focused area of study and acquire in-demand skills sought by employers.

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