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Career and Academic Pathways

Health and Public Service

Respond, Counsel, Protect

A pathway where the mission of human well-being and protection is realized. Programs in this CAP will train you in human physiology, medical and dental care, criminal justice and fire technology so that you can keep people healthy, safe and protected during emergencies. You will be prepared to enter a career in private and public healthcare, civil service or become a first responder.

Health and Public Service (HPS) CAP Lounge Locations:
  • Aptos Campus HW Room 2132

  • Watsonville Center Building A Atrium

Programs in Health and Public Service
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Criminal Justice
A male dental technician holds the head of a female patient in a dental office
Dental Hygiene
An EMT student with a stethoscope checks on a patient
Fire Technology/Emergency Medical Technician
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Health Science
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Kinesiology
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Medical Assisting
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Nursing
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Radiologic Technology

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