SAS Primer

Online

This course provides a foundation for those with little or no SAS Studio experience. The course is designed to meet the needs of students of the UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education Public Health Certificate Program. This course features videos and assessments to reinforce content and skills to provide insights into using SAS now, in future courses and especially to build “survival skills” for problem solving and engaging in the SAS community.

Course Format and Pacing
This is an online self-paced course delivered through Canvas, UC Davis CPE’s learning management system. Students will move through this independent study course at their own pace, while ensuring to complete all material within the allotted 12-week period.

CEUs
1
Section Number
262PHC150
Instruction Method
Online class

Section Notes

Access to your course in Canvas will be available 7 days before the course start date. Please note that course start and end dates, as well as live sessions (if applicable), are subject to change.

Enrollment Policies

Drop requests (withdraw with a refund) will be approved, less a $50 processing fee, if the request is received before the refund deadline. Click here to view complete enrollment policy information including details on withdrawals and transfers.  
 
Refund Deadline: 10/12/2026. Refunds and/or enrollment transfers will not be approved after this date.   
 
Students enrolling after the first day of class are expected to reach out to their instructor to make sure they receive all content and are on track with the course. 

Technical Requirements

To ensure your success in this course, please review our technical requirements page at online learning.