Girl Scouts Learn about Careers in Public Safety

Publish Date: Dec. 8, 2022

Crafton Hills College collaborated with community partners to provide an outreach event for the Girl Scouts of the San Gorgonio Council.

On November 16, young ladies came from as far as Barstow to experience the Public Safety and Allied Health programs CHC offers and the career opportunities that come with those courses as part of their Classroom-to-Career program. The event is intended to spark interest in higher education and showcase career and technical opportunities where women are often under-represented. Scouts learned about public safety and allied health programs and the educational requirements and job opportunities in these professions.

This annual event was coordinated by CHC alumna and Adjunct Professor Ann Martgan, who serves as the EMS Operations Manager for the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, along with CHC’s Paramedic Program Director Amanda Ward.

Community partners, including the Redlands Fire Department, American Medical Response, San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, and CAL FIRE San Bernardino/Inyo/Mono Unit were on site with fire engines, ambulances, and even a medic helicopter that provided an opportunity for the Scouts to experience hands-on demonstrations.