About our Programs

Education

California educators face more challenges today than ever before: reduced classroom sizes, the promise of technology and the challenge of teaching English language learners from a wide variety of language backgrounds. Teachers today must have up-to-date skills and tremendous flexibility to succeed.

UC Davis Extension understands the demands that teachers face, and the changes in the education field. We offer educators a diverse range of intensive-format classes, in-depth learning through certificate programs, courses for credentials, and programs that will help build bridges between student and teacher. Our instructors are as passionate about education as you are, so whether you're updating your credential or specializing in a specific subject, you'll find the instructors and the courses you need to stay ahead of the learning curve.

At UC Davis Extension, we are committed to creating partnerships with educators and school districts to help them achieve their goals. In addition to offering a wide range of cutting-edge programs taught by top instructors in the field, we also help build collegial networks through partnerships with districts and site-based contract training.

And our courses aren't just for new teachers; our programs serve the professional development needs of educators throughout their teaching careers. Take a look at the rich variety of opportunities we offer:

• certificate programs and specialized studies programs to expand and enhance your abilities in the classroom including a CCTC-approved reading certificate program, ideal for teachers looking for ways to improve their students' reading skills
• you can now take Health Education for Teachers in a more convenient intensive format held on the weekend
• innovative grant partnerships with school districts
• individual courses in the areas of TESOL, CLAD, gifted and talented, math, learning skills and more

We understand how hectic teachers' schedules are, so we can bring our courses to your site. Whether it's a single course, an entire certificate program or something in between, any of the Education programs listed on this Web site can be brought to your school, district or county office site as customized contract training. So give us a call at (530) 757-8512, there are so many ways we can work together.