Workers' Compensation Law Certificate

Anyone with an interest in Workers’ Compensation Law can apply, and admission is permitted during the Fall and Spring semesters.

To be admitted to the program you must complete an application and submit it with the application fee.  Applications can be submitted in person at the Extended Education Office or by mail.  We do not accept applications by e-mail or fax. To obtain an application, you can download here on our website or you can contact Extended Education and one can be mailed or e-mailed to you.

To obtain a certificate of completion students must complete both the Introduction to and Advanced Workers' Compensation Law courses with a grade of “CR” (credit) in each (70% or higher) course.  

The courses are graded on a credit/no credit basis and carry continuing education units (CEU). No academic credits are awarded, so these courses cannot be applied towards a degree.

WCLX 8090 - Introduction to Workers’ Compensation Law

In this introductory course, students will receive a broad overview of California’s very complex and ever-changing workers’ compensation insurance system. Students will learn to compare theory with the practical applications of materials. The course will familiarize students with benefits, terminology, compensation disputes and potential resolutions, the adverse roles of system participants, the comparison of labor codes with case laws, research techniques, and new developments in law, with an emphasis on paperwork methods.

WCLX 8100 - Advanced Workers’ Compensation Law

This advanced course will build upon the knowledge gained in the Introduction course. Students will learn advanced topics and how they are applied to everyday situations faced by employers, injured employees, paralegals, case managers, safety managers, claims adjusters, and other professionals.

Typical costs are as follows:

• Instruction = $1,700 (2 courses at $850 per course)
• Books = $150
• Miscellaneous supplies = $100

Approximate total cost of program: $1,950

Payment Options

There are two payment options for your convenience:

1. Pay the full course fee amount at the time of registration.
2. Sign up for the Tuition Payment Plan, which allows you to spread the cost of your classes over a longer period of time.

Note: Program is not eligible for FAFSA-based financial aid.

Payment Options

There are two payment options for your convenience:

1. Pay the full course fee amount at the time of registration.
2. Sign up for the Tuition Payment Plan, which allows you to spread the cost of your classes over a longer period of time.

Note: Program is not eligible for FAFSA-based financial aid.

Tuition Deferment Plan