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Your Healthcare Career Starts Here
For over four and a half decades, American Career College has been dedicated to shaping skilled healthcare professionals through hands-on education. With three Southern California campuses in Los Angeles, Ontario, and Orange County, we offer accelerated diploma and associate degree programs designed to prepare students for immediate entry into high-demand healthcare careers. Our ABHES-accredited curriculum combines practical training in state-of-the-art labs with real-world clinical experiences, ensuring graduates develop both technical proficiency and patient care skills.Our experienced faculty and personalized support services, including career guidance and financial aid assistance, reflect our commitment to student success. With program completion times as short as 8-12 months for select diplomas, we provide focused educational pathways that align with industry needs while maintaining rigorous academic standards.
Services
Medical Assistant
Dental Assisting
Vocational Nursing
Pharmacy Technician
Surgical Technology
Optical Technician
Respiratory Therapy
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Radiography
Physical Therapist Assistant
Highlights and features
- Offer 5 accelerated programs completable in 8-12 months
- Combine online learning with hands-on clinical training
- Maintain 45+ years of healthcare education expertise
- Provide 1:1 student support from admissions through career placement
- Feature real-world labs mirroring professional healthcare environments
Associations and certifications
- Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES)
What people say
Real-world experience
Accelerated programs
Hands-on training
Career preparation
Dedicated support
Services
Medical Assistant
Our Medical Assistant program trains students in both administrative and clinical skills required for healthcare settings. Through blended learning, students master patient care, medical terminology, and office procedures. Graduates qualify for certification exams and entry-level positions in physicians' offices and clinics.
Dental Assisting
This hands-on program prepares students for chairside dental assisting roles. Training includes radiography, patient management, and dental procedures. Blended format combines online theory with in-person labs twice weekly, enabling completion in as little as 10 months while preparing for state licensure.
Vocational Nursing
Our 12-month Vocational Nursing program provides 800+ hours of clinical training. Students learn patient care, medication administration, and vital sign monitoring. The curriculum prepares graduates to take the NCLEX-PN exam for state licensure while emphasizing practical bedside skills.
Pharmacy Technician
This program trains students in pharmaceutical calculations, medication dispensing, and lab procedures. Through hands-on training in simulated pharmacy environments, graduates gain skills for retail pharmacy positions while preparing for national certification exams like the PTCB.
Surgical Technology
Our Surgical Technology program trains students in sterile techniques, surgical procedures, and operating room protocols. Through clinical rotations and lab simulations, graduates develop skills for assisting surgical teams while preparing for the CST certification exam.
Questions
What healthcare programs does ACC offer?
We offer 12 ABHES-accredited programs including Medical Assistant, Dental Assisting, Vocational Nursing, Pharmacy Technician, and Surgical Technology, with completion times ranging from 8 months to 20 months.
Are ACC programs accredited?
Yes, all campuses maintain institutional accreditation through the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), ensuring program quality and eligibility for federal financial aid.
How long do programs take to complete?
Diploma programs like Medical Assistant and Pharmacy Technician can be completed in as little as 8-10 months, while associate degrees typically require 18-20 months of study.
Do you offer financial aid?
Yes, we provide federal financial aid options, state grants, and private loans for qualified students, with dedicated advisors to help navigate funding opportunities.
What learning formats are available?
Most programs use a blended format combining online coursework with in-person labs and clinical rotations, offering flexibility for working adults.
Do you help with job placement?
We offer career services including resume assistance, interview preparation, and connections to healthcare employers through our industry partnerships.
