UCI Educational Consultant Certificate Program

04/10/2026

Independent educational consulting is changing fast, and there’s a lot to navigate.

We’re excited to be joined by Stephanie Simpson, CEO of IECA--Independent Educational Consultants Association, for an upcoming webinar on what the future of the field may look like.
From AI and workflow efficiencies to the shift toward more specialized expertise, this session will offer a thoughtful look at the opportunities and challenges ahead. If you’re looking to stay current, or thinking about entering the field, it’s a great opportunity to hear directly from a leading voice in the profession.

📅 Monday, April 27, 2026 | ⏰ 12–1 p.m. PT
💻 Complimentary webinar

Save your seat: https://ce.uci.edu/events/event-details?serialId=00369

02/18/2026

Exciting news! 🎉 Our friends at IECA--Independent Educational Consultants Association are hosting a special Happy Hour just for UC certificate students and program graduates!

📅 Monday, March 16
⏰ 5-6pm (PT)

This complimentary session is a great chance to explore the many benefits of an IECA membership and connect directly with current members, staff, and Board President and CEO, Belinda Wilkerson. Don’t miss it!

Register here:

Event Date: Monday, March 16th, 5:00pm PST/8:00pm EST Contact Caitlin Myers with questions at [email protected] Please find the Zoom link here: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84078321515

10/06/2025

Whether you’re building your educational consulting practice or looking to expand your impact, there’s an opportunity to reach more students and make your services accessible to a wider range of families — without sacrificing profitability.

You're invited to join UC Irvine Division of Continuing Education for an informative and impactive webinar event that explores how you can:

🎯 Confidently guide families through essential college affordability conversations (no finance certification required)
🎯 Use a 1-to-many advising model to serve a broader, more diverse client base
🎯 Reshape your offerings to create meaningful impact and long-term business growth

📅 Thursday, November 6, 2025
⏰ 11:00AM–12:00PM (PT)

Register here: https://lnkd.in/gj32dyVT

08/28/2025

Exciting news! 🎉 Our friends at the IECA--Independent Educational Consultants Association are hosting a special Happy Hour just for UC certificate students and program graduates!

📅 Monday, September 29
⏰ 5-6pm (PT)

This complimentary session is a great chance to explore the many benefits of an IECA membership and connect directly with current members, staff, and Board President Belinda Wilkerson. Don’t miss it!

Register here:

Event Date: Monday, September 29, 2025, 5:00pm PST/8:00pm EST Contact Caitlin Myers with questions at [email protected]