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From classroom to ambulance: Collin College students prepare for high-demand EMS careers
Summary by The Fort Worth Editorial Desk Alanna Quillen , as published by NBC DFW
· August 24, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points A program at Collin College is preparing students for careers as EMTs and paramedics. The EMS program director has been in discussions with fire and EMS leaders about staffing needs.
Growing demand for emergency responders is driving interest in a certain field of study. A program at Collin College is preparing students for careers as EMTs and paramedics. Population growth is creating a need for more first responders to serve communities.
The EMS program director has been in discussions with fire and EMS leaders about staffing needs. Further information about the program and the demand for emergency responders is available from the college. Details about the discussions between the program director and fire and EMS leaders are also available.
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Category: safety Published: August 24, 2026 Source: NBC DFW Reading time: 1 min
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