UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies offers nearly 100 different certificate programs in various areas, from arts and languages to medicine, science, business, and engineering. Many certificates provide the foundational work required to obtain a certification. Dean Hugo Villar outlines the difference between certificates and certifications, explaining how they act as complementary tools that can help professionals establish and advance thriving careers. https://extendedstudies.ucsd.edu/news-events/extended-studies-blog/certificate-vs-certification-two-tools-to-propel-your-career