UCLA Extension VS Community College - which one is better?

Hi,

Does anyone out there have taken any certificate programs at UCLA Extension before? If yes, do you mind sharing how does it differ from a regular Community College? Does it really offer practical (hands-on) knowledge instead of just theoretical classes that most Community Colleges usually offer?

This is because I’ve already attained my Bachelor of Science degree from UCLA, but I would like to learn new stuff particularly on Computer (and/or Web) Programming as well as Business Finance. However, I’m not so sure of how the quality of the classes offered there will be, and how much value will they have in the job market. On the other hand, another option of mine will be to go back to Community College, and get the Associate’s Degree.

Some additional info: I prefer practical knowledge, and I actually don’t really mind about the degree/certificate that I obtained by the end of the program. However, I just want to know which one of them will be more useful as such that the skills/knowledge obtained at the end will be more beneficial in the job market (provided that you have absolute zero knowledge at the beginning).

I will sincerely appreciate it if you can share your thoughts and help me out. Oh if you happen to know how the learning environment at UCLA Extension is like, please share it too! Thank you very much :)