Federal Disclosures
July 1, 2010 – June 30, 2011 Award Year
This document is intended to provide information about American Career College's programs, pursuant to the Code of Federal Regulations. American Career College is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) and approved to operate in California by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE). For those programs that also carry Programmatic Accreditation or Approval, the appropriate agency is listed with that program's information below.
DEFINITIONS
- On-time Completion Rate (as defined in 34 CFR 668.6 (c)). This number is based on the students who graduated during the award year, and did so within normal time. Normal time is based on the published length of the program in the catalog.This rate is not reflective of the overall completion rate of the program. On-time completion rates can be affected by scheduling changes, failed courses or extended externship hours.
- Tuition and Fees includes the tuition and fees currently charged for the program and includes books and equipment. This is the current estimated cost to complete the program.
- Placement Rate is based on the calculation required by ACC's accrediting body, ABHES. ABHES defines placement rates as the number of graduates who complete within 150% of the program length during the reporting period who were available for employment and found a job in their field of training, divided by the total number of graduates available for employment. ABHES requires the placement rate be calculated on a program and campus basis.
- Median Loan Debt is the median debt incurred through Title IV HEA loans and other private financing sources by students who complete the program.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT - DIPLOMA PROGRAM
Programmatically accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools at all three campuses.
| O*Net Occupation Titles | Soc Code | Links to Occupational Profiles on O*Net |
| Medical Assistant: Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Doctor's Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, Optometric Assistant, Clinical Assistant, Ophthalmic Technician, Optometric Technician, Outpatient Surgery Assistant | 31-9092.00 | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/31-9092.00 |
| Medical Secretaries: Medical Secretary, Receptionist, Unit Support Representative, Office Manager, Medical Receptionist, Patient Relations Representative (PRR), Front Office Manager, Health Unit Coordinator, Medical Office Specialist, Patient Coordinator | 43-6013.00 | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/43-6013.00 |
| On-time Completion Rate (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario | Consolidated Rate |
| 49% | 48% | 50% | 49% |
| Placement Rate Reported to ABHES (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario |
| 70% | 51% | 49% |
| Median Loan Debt (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario | Consolidated Median Loan Debt | |
| Title IV HEA Programs: | $9,120.11 | $9,357.50 | $9,357.50 | $9,357.50 |
| Private Loans/Institutional Financing Plan: |
$220.00 | $177.50 | $186.00 | $183.50 |
Current Estimated Tuition and Fees: Standard schedule $17,067.50; Accelerated schedule $13,057.50
DENTAL ASSISTING - DIPLOMA PROGRAM
Approved by the Dental Board of California. Licensure is required if graduates seek to work as Registered Dental Assistants.
| O*Net Occupation Titles | Soc Code | Links to Occupational Profiles on O*Net |
| Dental Assistant, Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), Orthodontic Assistant, Certified Registered Dental Assistant, Oral Surgery Assistant, Surgical Dental Assistant | 31-9091.00 |
http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/31-9091.00
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| On-time Completion Rate (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario | Consolidated Rate |
| 25% | 48% | 43% | 38% |
| Placement Rate Reported to ABHES (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario |
| 70% | 77% | 61% |
| Median Loan Debt (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario | Consolidated Median Loan Debt | |
| Title IV HEA Programs: | $9,357.50 | $9,357.50 | $9,357.50 | $9,357.50 |
| Private Loans/Institutional Financing Plan: |
$335.00 | $405.00 | $375.00 | $336.00 |
Current Estimated Tuition and Fees: $17,067.50
SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY - ASSOCIATE OF OCCUPATIONAL SCIENCE DEGREE PROGRAM
Programmatically accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools at all three campuses. The program at the Los Angeles and Orange County campuses is also accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon the recommendation of the Accreditation Review Committee on Education in Surgical Technology. Certification is currently not required to work as an ST in California, but is required in other jurisdiction.
| O*Net Occupation Titles | Soc Code | Links to Occupational Profiles on O*Net |
| Surgical Technologists: Surgical Technologist (CST), Surgical Technician, Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), Operating Room Surgical Technician (OR St), Surgical Scrub Technologist, Surgical Scrub Technician, Endoscopic Technologist, Operating Room Technician (OR Tech) | 29-2055.00 | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/29-2055.00 |
| On-time Completion Rate (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario | Consolidted Rate |
| 89% | 85% | 90% | 88% |
| Placement Rate Reported to ABHES(2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario |
| 51% | 45% | 81% |
| Median Loan Debt (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario | Consolidated Median Loan Debt | |
| Title IV HEA Programs: | $15,729.66 | $15,995.41 | $15,980.71 | $15980.70 |
| Private Loans/Institutional Financing Plan: |
$0 | $3.38 | $775.76 | $16.04 |
Current Estimated Tuition and Fees: $35,112.50
OPTICAL DISPENSING - DIPLOMA PROGRAM
| O*Net Occupation Titles | Soc Code | Links to Occupational Profiles on O*Net |
| Opticians, Dispensing: Optician, Dispensing Optician, Licensed Optician, Optometric Assistant, Certified Optician, Licensed Dispensing Optician, Ophthalmic Dispenser, Optometric Technician, Optical Technician, Contact Lens Technician | 29-2081.00 | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/29-2081.00 |
| Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians: Lab Technician, Optical Technician, Surfacing Technician, Finishing Lab Technician, Lens Grinder and Polisher, Optical Lab Technician, Grinder, Edger Technician, Line Operator, Polisher | 51-9083.00 | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/51-9083.00 |
| On-time Completion Rate (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario | Consolidated Rate |
| 60% | 44% | 36% | 48% |
| Placement Rate Reported to ABHES (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario |
| 73% | 64% | 74% |
| Median Loan Debt (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario | Consolidated Median Loan Debt | |
| Title IV HEA Programs: | $9,353.00 | $9,357.50 | $9,357.50 | $9,357.50 |
| Private Loans/Institutional Financing Plan: |
$184.50 | $181.75 | $183.50 | $183.50 |
Current Estimated Tuition and Fees: Standard schedule $17,067.50; Accelerated schedule $13,057.50
MASSAGE THERAPY - DIPLOMA PROGRAM
Certification is voluntary in California, but securing employment without certification is difficult. ACC is listed as an approved education provider by the California Massage Therapy Council. For more information go to: www.camtc.org.
| O*Net Occupation Titles | Soc Code | Links to Occupational Profiles on O*Net |
| Massage Therapists: Massage Therapist, Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified Massage Therapist (CMT), Licensed Massage Practitioner, Registered Massage Therapist, Bodywork Therapist, Integrated Deep Tissue Massage Therapist, Therapeutic Massage Technician | 31-9011.00 | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/31-9011.00 |
| Physical Therapist Aides: Physical Therapy Aide (PTA), Physical Therapy Aide (PT Aide), Physical Therapy Technician, Rehabilitation Aide, Physical Therapist Aide (PTA), Physical Therapist Technician, Rehabilitation Technician, Restorative Aide (RA), Clinical Rehabilitation Aide, Physical Therapy Attendant | 31-2022.00 | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/31-2022.00 |
| On-time Completion Rate (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario | Consolidated Rate |
| 76% | 78% | 87% | 80% |
| Placement Rate Reported to ABHES (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario |
| 85% | 74% | 83% |
| Median Loan Debt (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario | Consolidated Median Loan Debt | |
| Title IV HEA Programs: | $9,145.00 | $9,357.50 | $9,357.50 | $9,357.50 |
| Private Loans/Institutional Financing Plan: |
$198.50 | $184.00 | $380.00 | $192.75 |
Current Estimated Tuition and Fees: $17,067.50
RESPIRATORY THERAPY - ASSOCIATE OF OCCUPATIONAL SCIENCE DEGREE PROGRAM
Holds a Letter of Review from the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (COARC). Licensure to work as a Respiratory Therapist is required by the state of CA. Click here for license examination pass rate information.
| O*Net Occupation Titles | Soc Code | Links to Occupational Profiles on O*Net |
| Respiratory Therapists: Respiratory Therapist (RT), Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP), Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), Clinical Coordinator of Respiratory Therapy, Director of Cardiopulmonary Services, Respiratory Therapy Director, Staff Respiratory Therapist | 29-1126.00 | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/29-1126.00 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technicians: Respiratory Therapy Technician, Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician (CRTT), Respiratory Technician, Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist | 29-2054.00 | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/29-2054.00 |
| On-time Completion Rate (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario | Consolidated Rate |
| N/A | 90% | 83% | 87% |
| Placement Rate Reported to ABHES (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario |
| N/A | 51% | 62% |
| Median Loan Debt (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario | Consolidated Median Loan Debt | |
| Title IV HEA Programs: | N/A | $18,323.06 | $22,790.00 | $22,790.00 |
| Private Loans/Institutional Financing Plan: |
N/A | $90.50 | $1,071.00 | $761.00 |
Current Estimated Tuition and Fees: $45,137.50
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN - DIPLOMA PROGRAM
Accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP). Licensure to work as a Pharmacy Technician is required by the state of CA.
| O*Net Occupation Titles | Soc Code | Links to Occupational Profiles on O*Net |
| Pharmacy Technicians: Pharmacy Technician, Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT), IV Certified Pharmacy Technician, Pharmaceutical Care Associate | 29-2052.00 | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/29-2052.00 |
| Pharmacy Aides: Pharmacy Technician, Pharmacy Clerk, Pharmacy Aide, Ancillary, Pharmacy Assistant, Certified Pharmacy Technician, Front Counter Clerk, Pharmacy Cashier, Certified Pharmacist Assistant, Pharmacy Ancillary | 31-9095.00 | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/31-9095.00 |
| On-time Completion Rate (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario | Consolidated Rate |
| 31% | 49% | 45% | 40% |
| Placement Rate Reported to ABHES (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario |
| 42% | 53% | 60% |
| Median Loan Debt (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario | Consolidated Median Loan Debt | |
| Title IV HEA Programs: | $9,120.11 | $9,357.50 | $9,357.50 | $9,357.50 |
| Private Loans/Institutional Financing Plan: |
$269.68 | $180.00 | $283.50 | $210.00 |
Current estimated Tuition and Fees: $17,067.50
VOCATIONAL NURSING - DIPLOMA PROGRAM
Approved by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT). Passage of the NCLEX-PN exam is required for licensure as a Licensed Vocational Nurse and for employment in California. Click here for license examination pass rate information.
| O*Net Occupation Titles | Soc Code | Links to Occupational Profiles on O*Net |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Charge Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Clinic Licensed Practical Nurse (CLINIC LPN), Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse (PEDIATRIC LPN), Clinic Nurse, Office Nurse, Private Duty Nurse, Triage Licensed Practical Nurse (TRIAGE LPN) | 29-2061.00 | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/29-2061.00 |
| On-time Completion Rate (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario | Consolidated Rate |
| 38% | 59% | 73% | 54% |
| Placement Rate Reported to ABHES (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario |
| 30% | 45% | 36% |
* Note - Because Vocational Nursing program graduates must pass the NCLEX-PN and achieve licensure before they can be employed, the timing of employment for VN is often extended beyond the ABHES reporting date. ACC continues to assist with employment services beyond the end of the reporting period for VN and all ACC programs.
| Median Loan Debt (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario | Consolidated Median Loan Debt | |
| Title IV HEA Programs: | $19,225.50 | $19,125.74 | $18,282.50 | $19,125.74 |
| Private Loans/Institutional Financing Plan: |
$2,394.50 | $2,850.66 | $2,844.17 | $2,600.00 |
Current Estimated Tuition and Fees : $34,110.00; Evening/Weekend schedule $35,112.50
HEALTH CLAIMS EXAMINER / MEDICAL BILLER - DIPLOMA PROGRAM
| O*Net Occupation Titles | Soc Code | Links to Occupational Profiles on O*Net |
| Insurance Claims Clerks: Claims Representative, Customer Service Representative (CSR), Claims Service Representative, Claims Technician, Claims Examiner, Claims Processor, Claims Customer Service Representative (Claims CSR), Insurance Specialist, Claims Adjudicator, Claims Adjuster | 43-9041.01 | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/43-9041.01 |
| Insurance Policy Processing Clerks: Account Manager, Administrative Underwriter, Account Administrator, Agency Service Representative, Associate Financial Representative, Field Secretary, Customer Service Technician, Insurance Analyst, Premium Representative, Processing Clerk | 43-9041.02 | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/43-9041.02 |
| Medical Secretaries: Medical Secretary, Receptionist, Unit Support Representative, Office Manager, Medical Receptionist, Patient Relations Representative (PRR), Front Office Manager, Health Unit Coordinator, Medical Office Specialist, Patient Coordinator | 43-6013.00 | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/43-6013.00 |
| Correspondence Clerk: Correspondence Coordinator, Correspondence Clerk, Correspondence Representative, Dispute Resolution Analyst, Chargeback Specialist, Correspondent, Dispute Specialist, Beneficiary Correspondent, Claims Correspondence Clerk, Medicare Correspondence Representative | 43-4021.00 | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/43-4021.00 |
| On-time Completion Rate (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario | Consolidated Rate |
| 35% | 50% | 61% | 60% |
| Placement Rate Reported to ABHES (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario |
| 71% | 71% | 64% |
| Median Loan Debt (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario | Consolidated Median Loan Debt | |
| Title IV HEA Programs: | $9,310.00 | $9,205.00 | $9,266.00 | $9,357.50 |
| Private Loans/Institutional Financing Plan: |
0 | 0 | $175.00 | $184.25 |
Current Estimated Tuition and Fees: $17,067.50; Accelerated Schedule $13,057.50
HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY - ASSOCIATE OF OCCUPATIONAL SCIENCE DEGREE PROGRAM
In candidacy status, pending accreditation review by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM).
| O*Net Occupation Titles | Soc Code | Links to Occupational Profiles on O*Net |
| Medical Records and Health Information Technicians: Medical Records Clerk, Health Information Clerk, Medical Records Technician, Office Manager, File Clerk, Medical Records Coordinator, Medical Records Analyst, Medical Records Director, Receptionist, Coder | 29-2071.00 | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/29-2071.00 |
| Medical and Health Services Managers: Office Manager, Nurse Manager, Health and Social Service Manager, Program Manager, Clinical Director, Director of Nursing, Medical Records Manager, Mental Health Program Manager, Nutrition Services Manager, Practice Administrator | 11-9111.00 | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/11-9111.00 |
| Medical Transcriptionists: Medical Transcriptionist, Transcriptionist, Radiology Transcriptionist, Medical Transcriber, Medical Language Specialist, Pathology Transcriptionist, Documentation Specialist, Medical Transcription Supervisor | 31-9094.00 | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/31-9094.00 |
| On-time Completion Rate | |||
| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario | Consolidated Rate |
| N/A | N/A (no graduates in this period) | N/A | N/A |
| Placement Rate Reported to ABHES | ||
| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario |
| N/A | N/A (no graduates in this period) | N/A |
| Median Loan Debt (2010/2011 Award Year) |
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| Los Angeles | Orange County | Ontario | |
| Title IV HEA Programs: | N/A | N/A (no graduates in this period) | N/A |
| Private Loans/Institutional Financing Plan: |
N/A | N/A (no graduates in this period) | N/A |
Current Estimated Tuition and Fees: $35,112.50