Health Care & Counseling
Health Care & Counseling
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.
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Improve lives for a living
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.
Programs
Pre-Medical and General Science Studies
Boost your academic foundation to pursue a career change, apply to a health/professional program or enhance your knowledge in the sciences. Earned credits in this rigorous post-baccalaureate certificate program are transferable to UC and Cal State campuses, as well as other universities nationwide (some limitations may apply). Federal financial aid is available.
UCLA Health Medical Assistant Program
The UCLA Medical Assistant Program (MAP), offered through a partnership between UCLA Health and UCLA Extension, combines the theory and practical experience necessary to prepare students to transition successfully into a career as a medical assistant.