UC Merced’s Human Resources is dedicated to supporting the growth and development of our talented workforce. We are committed to investing in new and emerging resources to enhance professional and personal development across our campus community.
Please be aware that UC Merced will no longer provide enterprise access to LinkedIn Learning. If you wish to continue utilizing their courses and resources, you will need to create a personal LinkedIn Learning account. We appreciate your engagement with the platform and encourage you to explore alternative learning opportunities available through UC Merced.
LinkedIn Learning offers unlimited access to a vast library of professional development courses, covering the latest software, creative skills, and business strategies through expert-led instructional videos. Faculty, staff, student employees, and academic appointees can continue to explore full courses or short learning modules at their own pace on a computer, smartphone, or tablet—provided they have an appropriate LinkedIn Learning plan. Thank you for your commitment to lifelong learning.
LinkedIn Learning UC Merced Campus Account Transition FAQs
How do users get access to their training records from LinkedIn Learning?
We recommend that users connect their profile to their LinkedIn Learning license. Additionally, to ensure that specific certificates are saved, we strongly recommend downloading them before your access is discontinued. This will allow you to keep a record of your completed courses for future reference.
Options for continuing access to LinkedIn Learning (personal, trial, costs, etc.)
Users who wish to continue using LinkedIn Learning have the following options:
- Personal Subscription: Users can upgrade to LinkedIn Premium, which includes LinkedIn Learning access. The cost is approximately $240 per year.
- Free Trial: LinkedIn Learning may offer a one-month free trial for new subscribers. Be sure to check their website for availability.
For details on LinkedIn Learning plans and features, visit LinkedIn’s pricing page.
How to Connect or Merge Your UC Merced LinkedIn Learning Account with a Personal Account
If you haven’t already linked your UC Merced LinkedIn Learning account to a personal LinkedIn profile—or if your UC Merced account was your only account—you have the following options:
- Connecting your profile: Follow the instructions here to link your LinkedIn Learning account to your personal LinkedIn profile.
- Merging accounts: If you have multiple LinkedIn accounts and need assistance merging them, submit a support ticket to LinkedIn Customer Support for guidance.
For a seamless transition, we recommend completing this process before access is discontinued.
How long will UC Merced accounts remain in the LinkedIn Learning system?
In compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), user information will be removed after your UC Merced LinkedIn Learning account is deactivated—unless you have created and/or linked a personal LinkedIn account.
Will user accounts be retained if UC Merced re-activates LinkedIn Learning?
If UC Merced decides to partner with LinkedIn Learning again in the future, accounts will need to be relaunched. Previous UC Merced-linked accounts will not automatically be reinstated, so users may need to set up access again at that time.
For continuity, we recommend linking your personal LinkedIn profile account.
Additional Resources
- UC Learning Center – Access various learning and development resources tailored to UC Merced employees.
- UC Merced HR Talent Development Programs – Explore a range of professional development opportunities offered by UC Merced Human Resources - Talent Development.
- UC Merced IT Resources – Find IT services, tools, and support to enhance your work experience at UC Merced.
- UC Merced Extension – Access to the university's academic courses through Open University and provides professional courses in a variety of industry fields.
- These are just a few of the many resources available to UC Merced employees and staff. Send an email to hrtraining@ucmerced.edu if you need additional information.
- For all other issues with LinkedIn Learning, contact LinkedIn Learning Help (link is external).
