All of us have had people and experiences in our life that have caused major changes. The individuals on this page have had great success after completing one or more of Cal State Fullerton’s professional development programs. Through instruction, networking and class projects, these students have found new careers, developed new skills, been hired for a new job or received a promotion and more. We’d love to hear your success story — how has your career changed after taking courses through Cal State Fullerton's University Extension?
Certified Crime & Intelligence Analyst
Crime and Intelligence Analysis certificate
"Having the state certification most certainly helped when interviewing for crime and intelligence analyst positions."
Recruiter
Human Resources Management certificate
"The instructors made it interesting. Most owned their own businesses or were HR advisors. They’re in the field, and teaching based on those experiences."
UX Designer
User Experience certificate
"There's no question that CSUF's UX Certificate is a great starting point for those looking to break into the UX field."
Medical Informatics Reporting Analyst
Healthcare Information Technology certificate
“What I learned in the HIT program helped me understand the healthcare reform that I am currently dealing with, as well as its impact on my company’s member enrollment.”
Senior Crime Analyst
Crime & Intelligence Analysis certificate
Brandy always knew she wanted a career in law enforcement. "I was a criminal justice major at CSUF, worked for a criminal attorney and in the courts."
Human Resources Associate
Human Resources Management certificate
“The real world experience shared by instructors helped make curriculum content interesting and relatable."
Industrial & Mechanical Engineer
Lean Six Sigma certificate
“With this course, I was able to dive deep and close the gap in my knowledge with a classroom experience of Lean Six Sigma.”
Teacher
GATE certificate
"The classes in the G.A.T.E. Certificate were among the best and most informative professional development classes I have ever taken,” says Leslie Huff, who is an elementary school teacher. "I am a better educator because of this program."
Fiduciary Management certificate
“They provided timely instruction and guidance regarding courses, registration, and activities, and facilitated an active network among the students and the professional fiduciary community.”
Email Specialist
Digital Marketing Certificate
"After completing the program, I continued exploring the different marketing channels to identify what our office could implement and also be beneficial to the student… I continued developing my skills in email marketing and then interviewed for the Communications Specialist position — which is where I am today."
Surveillance Investigator
Private Investigation certificate
“The PI certification program is full of so many resources for students to learn and utilize - even in our current career field”
Licensed Professional Fiduciary
Fiduciary Management certificate
"I don’t think I would have had the confidence to start a fiduciary business without having had the CSUF classes and earning the certificate."
Onboarding Team Lead at PIMCO LLC
Graduate Certificate in Human Resources Management
"As a post-graduate class, everyone is really motivated and hard-working so it’s a nice atmosphere for working together."
Web Content Strategy Manager
User Experience certificate
"The teachers were clear, supportive and it was nice to go through the program with the same cohort of fellow students."
Certified Court Interpreter
Legal Interpretation certificate
"I could not have done it without my wonderful instructors."
Freelance Interpreter & Translator
Professional Translation and Legal Interpretation certificates
“I’m often asked where I studied to become an interpreter and I’m very proud to respond – Cal State Fullerton Extended Education."
Certified Court Interpreter
Legal Interpretation (Spanish/English) certificate
"The advice and lessons from my teachers are what I will remember most about this program."
Planner/Board Analyst
Six Sigma Yellow Belt and Supply Chain certificates
"The Six Sigma Yellow Belt and Supply Chain Management classes provided me with very practical tools that I could apply the next day at work."
Community College Adjunct Instructor
Postsecondary Literacy and Learning certificate
“I can honestly say that having a reading certificate has not only improved my level of reading instruction but has made me more marketable as I apply for positions.“
