… Foundational Skills Certificate Completer: “My first true introduction to healthcare came from the Health Occupations Program offered at East Los Angeles College. As I listened to experts speak about contemporary health issues, I was … exposed to a basic but thorough understanding of issues faced in health care today. Within 2 weeks of completing the program, I was hired as a Patient Service Representative with Family Health Centers of San Diego, a well-known clinic that is … After six months I was promoted as a Care Coordinator for the Developmental Service Department. My experience through this program has provided me with many great opportunities in the San Diego area and one day my plan is to return to Los Angeles …