University of California, San Diego - Extension at University of California, San Diego

In 1966, in a small wooden building situated among a grove of eucalyptus trees, UC San Diego Extension first opened its doors. Under the guidance of Dr. Martin Chamberlain, a former Peace Corps director in Africa, Extension quickly established a reputation for being a reliable source of knowledge taught by national experts. 

The mission of UC San Diego Extension is to serve the critical lifelong learning and skill development needs of individuals, organizations and the community. 

The Center for Research on the Regional Economy (CRRE) researchers have expertise in regional workforce trends, the impact of universities, research institutions and continuing education on regional economic growth. 

The LAUNCH program covers the cost of one certificate program for full-time UCSD students who want to ensure their first step into the workplace puts them on the right path to career success.