ELearning SPecialist, instructional designer,
DMH + UCLA PREvention Center of Excellence
UCLA-UCSF ACES AWARE FAMILY RESILIENCE NETWORK (UCAAN)
PaulinaPhuongNguyen@mednet.ucla.edu
Paulina is an experienced Instructional Designer, eLearning Specialist, and Curriculum Developer with a diverse background spanning community colleges, private and public universities, and health systems. She has collaborated with a wide range of professionals—from entry-level staff to upper-level leadership, including both clinical and non-clinical teams—to design and implement scalable, learner-centered training solutions.
She holds a Bachelor of Science in Community and Public Health from California State University, Dominguez Hills, which grounds her work in a deep understanding of health equity, prevention, and systems-based thinking. Paulina is also passionate about the evolving intersection of education and technology and is actively pursuing opportunities to expand her knowledge in artificial intelligence to stay at the forefront of innovative learning solutions.
With expertise in healthcare, public health, DEI, and professional development, Paulina creates accessible, evidence-based learning experiences that empower individuals and strengthen organizational capacity. Her instructional design approach blends adult learning theory, research-backed methodologies, and innovative technologies to build engaging content tailored to a variety of audiences—from academic institutions to corporate and clinical environments. She specializes in translating complex concepts into actionable training that drives behavior change, supports professional growth, and fosters lasting impact.