Welcome to the Executive Certificate Programs offered by UCSB Professional and Continuing Education in partnership with Zschool

Continue your education, advance your career, and improve your life! It all starts here at UCSB PaCE. Designed to make you more marketable in today's economy, our courses and certificate programs are taught by practicing professionals, selected for their industry expertise and exceptional teaching abilities. Immediately apply what you've learned and make an instant impact at your organization.​

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Quick Facts

Online

Enjoy the convenience of self-paced learning as you complete hands-on exercises and interactive discussions with your peers.

Length

Fast-Track: Can be completed within 4 hours.
Mastery-Track: Can be completed within 24-32 hours.

Instructors

There's no substitute for learning from the best! Benefit from top industry experts who are highly respected leaders in their field.

Certificate

Elevate your skills, make a lasting impact, and showcase your achievement with a well-deserved certificate.

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​Fast-Track Training Programs

Operational Readiness for First Responders: OUD
Empower your Firefighters, EMTs, Paramedics, & Associated Teams with the tools they need to handle opioid-related emergencies safely and compassionately. Gain practical strategies for de-escalation, connecting individuals to critical resources, and fostering stronger community partnerships.

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Operational Readiness for Police Officers: OUD
​​Empower your officers with the skills to de-escalate crises, connect individuals to resources, and build trust within the community. Gain practical strategies and essential training to address OUD and related challenges effectively.​ Prepare your team to make a lasting impact in the fight against OUD.

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Mastery-Track Learning Programs

​Customer Experience
Now you can learn the art of Customer Experience to drive loyalty and increase revenue. Gain practical templates and discover best practices as you build your portfolio and strategic plan.

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​IT & Cybersecurity Leadership
Understand the reality of cybersecurity in business and the risks of an unprotected infrastructure. Prepare your company for cybercrime and develop a strategy for a cyber-safe culture. 

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Engineering Leadership
Build a foundation for successful leadership across various engineering environments. Gain strategies and best practices to integrate innovative methodology throughout your organization.

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Women in Leadership
Develop your personal and organizational growth strategy, amplify your leadership skills, engage your team, innovate, and positively impact your company's bottom line.

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​What Others are Saying About the Programs...

​​In this video, you'll hear from your peers who has experienced the Women in Leadership Certificate Program. Learn their personal key takeaways and how they plan to use their newfound skills to drive change at their organization. We hope this inside look encourages you to join one of our world-class programs!