Programs offered at ACC
When you're considering a career, unless you know exactly what you want to do, it's important to explore all of your options. You’ve probably heard of and even had experience as a patient with some career paths, like Medical Assistant and Dental Assisting. But take a moment to learn about careers you may have never heard of before, like Optical Dispensing or Surgical Technology. Check out our programs below to learn more about our Vocational Nursing program, Respiratory Therapy training, and more. Sometimes the most exciting and rewarding opportunities lie where you least expect them! Explore our health care programs in California today to get started.
A Fast Track to Your Diploma
If you're looking for a fast track to your diploma, ACC offers an option that allows you to complete some programs in as little as 6 months!* Our Optical Dispensing, Health Claims Examiner/Medical Biller, and Medical Assistant programs all have accelerated scheduling options, which allow you to take the same coursework in a shorter timeframe. For details, talk to one of our admissions advisors. We'll help you find a schedule that works with your lifestyle.
*Program lengths vary by schedule and session
Medical Assistant
Medical Assistants are fundamental members of the medical team. Medical Assistants perform administrative and clinical tasks for physicians, podiatrists,... MORE »
Dental Assisting
Dental Assistants are important members of the dental team and work under the supervision of dentists. Sterilizing instruments and equipment, preparing... MORE »
Surgical Technology
Surgical Technologists assist surgeons, registered nurses, and anesthesiologists during surgical operations. As a part of the operating team, Surgical... MORE »
Optical Dispensing
Dispensing Opticians help people see better and look good at the same time. In Optical Dispensing, daily duties may include conducting basic eye exams,... MORE »
Massage Therapy
Massage Therapy help people with stress reduction, sports injury rehabilitation, and treatment of tired and overworked muscles. Career options for Massage... MORE »
Respiratory Therapy
Respiratory Therapists evaluate, treat, and care for patients with breathing or other cardiopulmonary disorders, from infants whose lungs are not fully... MORE »
Pharmacy Technician
Pharmacy Technicians work in a variety of places such as retail pharmacies, hospitals, and nursing homes. Receiving prescription requests, counting... MORE »
Vocational Nursing
Vocational Nurses are a vital part of the health care team. The duties of a Vocational Nurse include tasks such as recording vital signs, administering... MORE »
Health Claims Examiner / Medical Biller
Health Claims Examiners/Medical Billers work on the business side of dental or medical offices. The main tasks of Health Claims Examiners/Medical Billers... MORE »
Health Information Technology
Health Information Technologists gather information such as medical history, symptoms, exam results, diagnostic tests, and treatment methods, and organize... MORE »