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Invest in a Sustainable Future

With the environment top of mind for businesses and individuals, sustainability has never been more important. UCLA Extension’s Sustainability Certificate can help you advance in the field or take the first step toward a new career.

We offer in-person and online courses to fit your schedule. Take the first step toward making a difference today.

Fill out the form to download the Sustainability Brochure and learn more.

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Average Salaries


Marketing Managers

$186,550 per year


Electrical Engineer

$104,610 per year


Environmental Scientists

$76,480 per year

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Why Choose UCLA Extension?

The Sustainability Certificate prepares students to make a positive impact through a course of study that provides a practical, comprehensive and multidisciplinary foundation for early- to mid-level career professionals.

  • Only 5 required courses
  • In-person or online
  • Courses taught by industry experts, including UCLA's Chief Sustainability Officer
  • Course curricula developed in cooperation with the Institute of the Environment and Sustainability (IoES) at UCLA
  • Internships available
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Reach Your Goals

The Sustainability Certificate offers a balanced and comprehensive curriculum, making the certificate transferable across industries. Previous certificate graduates have pursued careers in:

  • Environmental Affairs and Sustainability
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Marketing
  • Environmental Planning and Compliance
  • Education Solutions
  • Sustainability
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20+ Sustainability Courses

With over 20 Sustainability courses to choose from, you can learn the skills you need to reach your goals. Our courses can help you:

  • Learn about environmental systems
  • Explore individual and group roles in sustainability
  • Learn business aspects of sustainability by identifying practical tools and reviewing best practices
  • Acquire skills in environmental and energy consulting, renewable energy, climate change, public policy and more

Learn About Sustainability from UCLA's Chief Sustainability Officer