UC Merced Division of Professional and Continuing Education

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Prepare for a career in state or local government with our Professional Certificate in California Government & Policy.

These 4 valuable courses developed in partnership with the Center for Analytic Political Engagement include comprehensive information about how our California government works, including live seminars with CA government's leading experts.

Shape California's Future! Learn more: ucm.edu/CAgov

Register now: ucm.edu/CAgovreg

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Enrolling now! Start upskilling with certified training in high demand project management skills for residents and workers in Merced, Stanislaus, or San Joaquin County:

✅ Associate Project Management Specialized Certificate (CAPM®)

We will cover your membership fees and provide your exam voucher. Course begins July 6, 2026.

Read more at ucm.edu/skillrise. Link in bio

Apply today at ucm.edu/srapply



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REGISTRATION CLOSING SOON!

The AP in the Park Summer Institute is one of the most anticipated teacher retreats of the year, with zero payment required at registration!

What happens if you wait?
▪️ Your subject area closes
▪️ You miss out on battle-tested strategies from Expert Instructors
▪️ You spend your summer planning from scratch instead of recharging in

There is zero risk to locking in your spot today, but a massive risk of missing out if you wait.

Register now at ucm.edu/APinthePark to ensure you're in the room!



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The AP in the Park Summer Institute is one of the most anticipated teacher retreats of the year! With zero payment required at registration, seats are claimed incredibly fast.

What happens if you wait?

▪️ Your subject area closes
▪️ You miss out on battle-tested strategies from Expert Instructors
▪️ You spend your summer planning from scratch instead of recharging in

There is zero risk to locking in your spot today, but a massive risk of missing out if you wait.

Register now at ucm.edu/APinthePark to ensure you're in the room!



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Time is running out!

Formally launch your career and boost your earning power with our project management certificate programs starting June 1.

As an official Project Management Institute Authorized Training Partner, we guarantee industry excellence. Seats are filling fast for both tracks:

Associate Project Management Certificate (CAPM): Master core essentials and pass the CAPM® exam

Professional Certificate in Project Management: Advance your skills and pass the PMP® exam.

The deadline to register is fast approaching! Secure your spot today at ucm.edu/projmgt.



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Please join us in honoring our nation’s heroes on Memorial Day. We give thanks to all the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

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We are honored to be named recipients of the 2026 UPCEA Engagement Award for our partnership with Merced County Department of Public Health and the Central California Alliance for Health for our collaborative Community Health Worker Specialized Training Certificate program.

This award, presented by UPCEA, the University Professional and Continuing Education Association, recognizes the impact of this partnership in providing a valuable program for our local communities.

Watch the acceptance video: ucm.edu/UPCEAaward

Learn more about the program: ucm.edu/CHWProgram

At the May 12 Board of Supervisors meeting, the Merced County Department of Public Health and UC Merced PACE program received a 2026 Engagement Award from the University Professional and Continuing Education Association for their jointly developed Community Health Worker program. The program trains health workers who will go on to serve communities right here in our region.

This partnership is helping build a stronger, healthier future for Merced County by investing in local healthcare professionals and expanding access to care where it’s needed most.

Congratulations on the national recognition!

UPDATE: Due to over demand in applications received, we have closed the application.

Imagine your teen building, designing, and launching their own tech projects this July—completely free.

The Future Makers Bootcamp is a fully funded, 4-day intensive bootcamp designed to turn Central Valley high schoolers into creators, in partnership with North Valley Thrive.

No tech experience? No problem. We start from scratch.

The Ultimate Kickstart: Every student who completes the program walks away with a FREE 3D printer to keep creating at home.

Details:
• When: July 7–10, 2026
• Cost: 100% Free
• Where: UC Merced on Main, Merced CA

Eligible High Schoolers:
• Must be an actively enrolled high school student
• Must live in Merced, Stanislaus, or San Joaquin County
• Must commit to attending all 4 days (July 7–10)

Don't let your teen spend another summer scrolling on their phone. Give them a head start in engineering, design, and high-demand STEM fields instead.

Save their seat and secure their free printer!



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Stop Managing. Start Scaling.

While most business owners and executive leaders can easily describe what a high-performing team looks like, very few managers know the exact steps required to build one from scratch. If your organization is still relying on basic personality tests and icebreakers to drive collaboration, your talent strategy is falling behind fast.

When you send your leaders to our Building High-Performance Teams Workshop, you are investing in an immersive Train-the-Trainer experience built for operational scaling. They won’t just learn the theory. They will return ready to systematically transform your workforce dynamics, boost engagement, and drive predictable results.

What’s in our toolkit:

✅ The Rocket Model: Master the 8 critical drivers of team success
✅ Live Assessments: Real data for up to 25 team members
✅ Facilitator Activity Book: Personalized roadmap for sustained peak performance
✅ Digital Badge: Showcase expertise in high-performance leadership

Mark Your Calendar:
Wednesday, July 29 OR Saturday, August 1
Merced, CA | 8 AM - 5 PM

Early Bird Special: Save $200 when you use code JUNE2026 by June 30.

Sending a team? Additional group discount available.
Arriving from out of town? Lodging discounts may be available.

Ready to lead the change?
Learn more: ucm.edu/TeamBuild
Apply now: ucm.edu/TeamBuildApply



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Building High-Performance Teams | Professional and Continuing Education A Train-the-Trainer Immersive Workshop for High-Performing Leaders Most leaders can describe a high-performing team—but far fewer can build one consistently. Across industries, capable teams still struggle with alignment, accountability, communication, and ex*****on. Research shows the gap clearly...