Career Technical Education in the Media

two citrus college cosmetology students smile while holding a first-place avant-garde award from the galactic heroes and villains hair show

Bold Designs Bring the Runway to Life

June 4, 2019 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Hair, makeup, costumes, music and stagecraft transformed the Haugh into a student-powered spectacle, as Citrus College's annual Hair Show celebrated creativity, built confidence and supported future activities.

three citrus college automotive technology students stand beside a vehicle with its hood open inside an automotive lab

Preparing Talent for Regional Job Growth

April 8, 2019 | By Dr. Edward C. Ortell, Guest Columnist

By studying regional job growth, worker shortages and wages, Citrus College shapes CTE programs around real economic demand, preparing students with practical skills for specialized work, advancement and living-wage careers today.

two construction professionals wearing hard hats and safety vests shake hands beside building plans, a laptop and a construction model at a job site

Building Skills for In-Demand Careers

April 2, 2019 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Built around industry growth and livable-wage careers, new Citrus College programs in construction management and stationary power generation will equip students with practical, marketable skills.

nursing student practices taking a patient's blood pressure and listening with a stethoscope on a medical simulation mannequin

A Strong Foundation for Careers in Care

December 10, 2018 | By Dr. Edward C. Ortell, Guest Columnist

For more than 50 years, Citrus College has prepared health care professionals for the region, combining hands-on training, strong clinical partnerships, impressive licensure pass rates and pathways that help nursing students advance.

cosmetology instructor patty glover holds her ultimate teacher award beside student heang lao in the citrus college salon

Two Honors, One Winning Cosmetology Team

December 4, 2018 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Student achievement and teaching excellence shared the spotlight at Supercuts Sunday, where Heang Lao placed fifth and Patty Glover was recognized for inspiring generations of Citrus College cosmetologists.

five nursing students practice patient care with a classmate in a simulated hospital room at citrus college

Career Education Delivers Strong Results

June 5, 2018 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

Strong outcomes in nursing, child development, water and wastewater technology, diesel technology and technical theater helped Citrus College earn 14 statewide career education honors.

automotive technology alumnus gives a thumbs-up while working near a vehicle at an automotive performance shop

From the Shop Floor to Career Success

April 2, 2018 | By Strategic Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs

With persistence, hands-on training and guidance from Citrus College instructors, Bernabe "Bernie" Segura transformed an entry-level automotive job into a respected career testing engines at Gale Banks Engineering.

citrus college biotechnology students conduct laboratory work while wearing protective eyewear, gloves and lab coats.

CTE Learning Builds Careers With Purpose

October 13, 2017 | By Susan M. Keith, Guest Columnist

From biotechnology labs to public safety careers, Citrus College CTE programs prepare students through practical training, real-world experience and pathways that lead to rewarding work, advancement and service to others.