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Citrus College prepares students for careers in emergency medical care

By Laura J. Bollinger, Citrus College Governing Board Member When an ambulance ride-along recently brought Sequoia Clark face-to-face with a person shot in the abdomen, she was grateful for the rigorous training she received as part of the Citrus College Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program. Since enrolling in August 2024, the 20-year-old Claremont resident has developed a strong foundation in emergency medical procedures that proved valuable when treating the patient. "My favorite component of