With the new year comes a new chance to set priorities and establish goals for the months ahead. But we all know that New Year's resolutions can be hard to stick to. In fact, according to Pew Research, about 12% of Americans don't make resolutions at all because they know these self-promises are so easy to break.
One solution? Sign up for a UCLA Extension course that can help you stay on track. Below you'll find four upcoming courses tied to what surveys say were some of the most common New Year's resolutions this coming year. And if you have different goals in mind, you can always take a look at our full course catalog – enrollment is still open for many winter courses, and spring registration is just around the corner.
Money matters
Financial Management Basics
The holiday season tends drain bank accounts and remind us of the benefits of smart money management. The Financial Management Basics course at UCLA Extension helps students learn more about how to track spending and create a savings plan online in as little as three weeks. If you want to keep your finances in order in 2025, this course is for you.
A greener planet
Principles of Sustainability I: Introduction
As the effects of global warming become increasingly apparent, many New Year's resolutions focus on practical steps we can all take to care for Mother Earth. For those aiming to be more environmentally conscious this year – or even to make going green a part of their career – Principles of Sustainability I is a perfect place to start. In this online class, students can gain a basic understanding of environmental systems and the effect of human activity on the planet.
Healthy eating
Introduction to Human Nutrition
If all those holiday treats have you ready to get back to a healthier diet, UCLA Extension's Introduction to Human Nutrition is for you. This online course teaches students to better understand the body's relationship with food and exercise. By diving into topics such as vitamins, supplements, energy balance and more, you can learn how to fuel your body to make sure it's functioning at its best.
Commitment to fitness
Exercise Physiology
UCLA Extension offers a host of courses for fitness fanatics who are ready to make wellbeing part of their career. Exercise Physiology, for example, can help give fitness instructors of all backgrounds in-depth, practical exposure to the interaction of the cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, nervous and musculoskeletal systems during exercise.
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Though it's easy to give up on our New Year's resolutions, sticking with them can be a great way to challenge ourselves and learn something new. If your resolution wasn't listed here, browse or course catalog to find something that aligns with your goals.
Good luck and happy New Year!