In an ongoing effort to eliminate barriers to education and strengthen our global community’s connection to UCLA, we are proud to offer UCLAxOpen.
UCLAxOpen is your gateway to free personal enrichment and professional development through UCLA Extension.
Our complimentary online courses and seminars are thoughtfully designed to offer you timely and relevant lifelong learning opportunities.
 | UCLA Extension Tax Controversy Institute Presents: Employee Retention Credit - Enforcement, Penalties, and Examination Strategies September 30 Explore key developments in tax enforcement and compliance with a focus on the Employee Retention Credit (ERTC). This session offers practical insights for professionals navigating recent legislative changes, IRS examinations, and evolving documentation standards. |
 | Residential Home Remodeling: A Basic Guide November 1 An introductory guide to remodeling residential homes to enhance modern lifestyle needs for designers, homeowners, and prospective buyers. |
 | Take Your Presentations to the Next Level: A Proven Path to “Yes” September 16 Master your presentation skills for personal and professional goals. |
 | Toilet Independence in Early Childhood October 15 Discover the significance of the preparation period before going diaper-free and create a supportive environment that eases your child into the potty training journey. |
 | Searching for TESOL Teaching Opportunities in the U.S. and Beyond November 4 Learn about concrete tools, websites, sample job leads, and personalized strategies to start or expand your teaching journey in ESL. |
 | Navigating Power Struggles November 12 Learn strategies to identify and address power imbalances, foster inclusive environments, and guide children in developing healthy, respectful relationships. |
| Automation to Advocacy: Harnessing AI to Enhance the Client Experience September 25 Duncan MacPherson will explore how today’s professionals, especially those entering or transitioning within the financial planning space, can use AI to create efficiency, elevate client experiences, and build meaningful relationships at scale. |
 | Satellite Communications Going Forward September 30 The proliferated LEO constellations, especially Starlink, have had an enormous impact on the established satellite industry. This course presents the status, expectations for developments, and how engineers and managers can properly prepare themselves to prosper during radical change and innovation. |
 | FPA Next Gen September 18 UCLA Extension and the Financial Planning Association of Los Angeles’s Next Gen group present a panel on diversity within the Financial Planning Industry. |
| Money That Lasts: Teaching the Next Generation November 5 Money That Lasts is a fun, hands-on course that helps families build strong financial habits together. Through stories, games, and everyday moments, parents and kids (starting at age 4) learn how to make smart money choices that last a lifetime. |
 | Writing Poetry for Children September 24 Learn how to write poetry for very young readers in this workshop for absolute beginners. |
 | Writing High-Impact Short Stories October 4 A targeted seminar on techniques to give short stories resonance, weight, and impact in the least amount of words. |
 | Applications for M.F.A. in Creative Writing Programs October 11 Get an overview of how M.F.A. programs are structured, what opportunities they can offer you, and how to ensure your needs are met. |
 | Dynamically Paced Picture Books October 25 Dive deep into picture book story structure in this workshop equipping you with tips, techniques, and tricks to engage your readers. |
 | I've Been Here and Never Been Here: Writing Poems About Place and Displacement October 25 Explore strategies for writing poems situated in a specific space, from a small room to an entire city. |
 | Simple Steps to Improve Your Writing November 1 Learn to master the writing process to develop stronger written communication in any context of your life. |
 | Veteran Writers' Workshop November 8 Practice expressing your experiences as a member of the military or military family in a variety of formats and genres. |
 | The Art of Picture Book Collaboration November 8 Learn how picture book writers and illustrators collaborate to breathe life into unforgettable stories that entertain, delight, and teach children. |
 | The Black Television Renaissance November 8 Dive into the history of television by and for Black audiences to empower the future of Black voices and stories. |
 | Résumé Writing Basics November 15 Transform your resume into a powerful tool that will get you noticed in a competitive job market. |
 | After The Fire: A Writer's Approach to Surviving Disasters November 22 Led by an instructor who lost her home to the Palisades Fire, students will discover ways not only to write about surviving tragedies but thrive in their aftermath. |
 | Writing Through Pop Culture November 22 Harness your love of and experience with pop culture as a way to write the stories that matter to you. |
 | Showrunners and Show Writers December 6 Hear directly from successful TV writers and creators in this course that demystifies the industry and how to break in and stay in. |
 | Writing About Our Families December 6 Explore how to write about your family, from those you know well to ancestors you've never met. |
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