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ACC-LA Graduate Goes from Odd Jobs to ‘Making a Difference’ in Healthcare

Most RecentMay 31, 2023

Jenna’s journey to becoming a licensed vocational nurse was not easy. Healthcare wasn’t  always...

How Occupational Therapy Assistants Work with Kids

Most RecentMay 26, 2023

ACC Q&A: How Occupational Therapy Assistants Work with Babies, Toddlers, and Children In the field...

ACC Graduate Saw Need for Respiratory Therapists During COVID-19 and Found Calling

Most RecentMay 1, 2023

Luis C. had always wanted to help people, he said, but it was during the COVID-19 pandemic that he discovered...

6 Study Tips for Passing the HESI Exam

Most RecentApril 20, 2023

Considering applying to nursing school? Congratulations! Nursing is a meaningful profession and fulfilling...

ACC-LA student spotlight Leylany L

Most RecentApril 4, 2023

Returning to school after more than a decade wasn’t easy for Leylany L — but after a brief, steep...

ACC-LA Spotlight: Mirella Uribe

Most RecentApril 4, 2023

For Mirella Uribe, finding a balance between school and her personal life was essential for her success. ...

ACC-Ontario Staff Share Their Student Appreciation Moments

Most RecentApril 4, 2023

Check out what some of our instructors at the Student Appreciation Rally had to say about why it's important...

ACC-Los Angeles Cuts Loose on Dance Floor at Student Appreciation Day Event

Most RecentApril 4, 2023

The dance floor at ACC-Los Angeles was crowded with students, staff, and faculty during the Student Appreciation...

ACC-OC VN Grad Never Gave Up On Dream to be Nurse

Most RecentMarch 23, 2023

Even with a lifelong passion to work in healthcare and a supportive family to back him, the journey for...

How Occupational Therapy Assistants Work with Kids

Student LifeMay 26, 2023

ACC Q&A: How Occupational Therapy Assistants Work with Babies, Toddlers, and Children In the field...

ACC-Ontario Staff Share Their Student Appreciation Moments

Student LifeApril 4, 2023

Check out what some of our instructors at the Student Appreciation Rally had to say about why it's important...

ACC-Los Angeles Cuts Loose on Dance Floor at Student Appreciation Day Event

Student LifeApril 4, 2023

The dance floor at ACC-Los Angeles was crowded with students, staff, and faculty during the Student Appreciation...

ACC Fall Graduation Recap

Student LifeNovember 7, 2022

Nearly 700 graduates gathered at the Toyota Arena in Ontario to receive their diplomas in front of family,...

Financial Aid FAQs

Student LifeOctober 25, 2022

What is the FAFSA? To apply for financial aid, including work-study, grants, and loans, you will need...

ACC-LA Dental Assisting Student Finds Hope for Brighter Future With New Career

Student LifeOctober 12, 2022

Returning to school after more than a decade wasn’t easy for Leylany L — but after a brief, steep...

ACC-LA ADN Students Receive Surprise Scholarships from LADMC

Student LifeAugust 1, 2022

Nursing students from American Career College-Los Angeles were selected to receive $2,000 scholarship...

ACC-Los Angeles Takes ‘Zen’ Approach to Mental Health Awareness Month

Student LifeMay 24, 2022

Staff, faculty and student ambassadors from American Career College-Los Angeles took time for their mental...

Former Bank Manager Cashes In On Wife’s Nursing Experience to Make Change

Student LifeMarch 29, 2022

A bank manager for 10 years, Kevin Corcoran was inspired by his wife’s work as a nurse during the COVID-19...

COVID-19 Update 9/15/2021

ResourcesSeptember 15, 2021

9/15/2021 Dear ACC Students, We know the news about COVID-19 vaccines is changing on a regular basis,...

ACC Student Update on COVID-19 State and Local Guidelines: August 2021

ResourcesAugust 27, 2021

Dear ACC Student, We continue to track the changes in state and local guidelines related to COVID-19 including the...

Update 6/11/20

ResourcesJune 11, 2020

The health and safety of our students and associates at ACC is our top priority. Our safety and security...

Updates - 06/10/2020 - Health and Safety Protocols for Returning to Campus

ResourcesJune 10, 2020

 Students, Over the past few weeks, we have taken the opportunity to enhance our campus and...

Updates - 06/09/2020 Welcome Back to Campus - Phase One

ResourcesJune 9, 2020

Dear ACC Student,  We want to thank you all so very much for your determination and patience...

Updates - 05/01/2020

ResourcesMay 1, 2020

05/01/20 Dear American Career College Students, We want to let you know how much you have inspired us...

COVID-19 Testing Sites in Southern California

ResourcesApril 30, 2020

Please see a detailed list of COVID-19 testing sites below for Southern California. Los Angeles, California: Testing...

Updates - 03/27/2020

ResourcesMarch 27, 2020

Dear ACC Family, What an amazing week! As the world around us continues to evolve, ACC continues...

Updates - 03/24/2020

ResourcesMarch 24, 2020

Dear ACC Family, What a week it has been already. First of all, I would like to thank and congratulate...

6 Study Tips for Passing the HESI Exam

FeaturesApril 20, 2023

Considering applying to nursing school? Congratulations! Nursing is a meaningful profession and fulfilling...

LVN v. ADN: What’s the Difference Between These Nursing Programs?

FeaturesMarch 16, 2023

Ready to start your nursing education, but not sure which path to pursue? For aspiring nurses eager to...

So, You Want to Be a Dental Assistant?

FeaturesFebruary 15, 2023

Well then, this blog post is for you! In this post, we will cover the basics of Dental Assisting and...

Getting the Medical Assistant Training You Need to Succeed

FeaturesFebruary 14, 2023

Can you see yourself working as a Medical Assistant? If so, you’ll need the proper training to...

5 Steps to Becoming a Physical Therapist Assistant

FeaturesOctober 25, 2022

Interested in training to become a physical therapist assistant (PTA)? Excellent choice! It’s a...

Physical Therapy vs. Occupational Therapy: What’s the Difference?

FeaturesOctober 24, 2022

Are you considering training as a physical therapist assistant (PTA) or occupational therapy assistant...

3 Areas of Study That Prepare You to Train as a Physical Therapist Assistant

FeaturesOctober 21, 2022

Training as a physical therapist assistant (PTA) is a great way to turn your passions and interests into...

First ACC-OC Radiography Cohort Practices Interviews With Career Services

FeaturesApril 19, 2022

Students from American Career College-Orange County's first radiography class honed the skills necessary...

ACC Career Services Is Open For Business During COVID-19 Campus Shutdown

FeaturesJune 8, 2020

Using a blend of new school technology and old school know-how, it’s nearly been business-as-usual...

ACC-Ontario Student Experience Manager Organizes Valentine’s Day Drive for Local Hospitals

Community OutreachFebruary 8, 2023

Whether it’s delivering food or helping with holiday events, Renee Guerrero says American Career...

ACC-Ontario VN Students Volunteer at Local Community Health Fairs

Community OutreachDecember 14, 2022

Vocational nursing students from American Career College-Ontario got a chance to put their classroom...

ACC Receives Top Honors for Community Service

Community OutreachApril 22, 2022

American Career College (ACC) has earned top honors as the recipient of the 2022 Excellence in Community...

ACC Campuses Raise Over $26,000 for Heart Health

Community OutreachApril 5, 2022

More than 150 American Career College students, associates and alumni walked the 5K event on April 2,...

ACC-OC PTA Students Help Decorate APTA’s Award-Winning Rose Parade Float

Community OutreachJanuary 10, 2022

A trio of physical therapist assistant students from American Career College helped decorate the American...

ACC-OC PTA Students Help Organize Holiday Gifts Donated for Local Children

Community OutreachOctober 12, 2021

This October, physical therapist assistant students from American Career College gave back to the community...

ACC-OC RT Students Distribute Food With ‘Giving Children Hope’

Community OutreachSeptember 27, 2021

A group of respiratory therapy students from American Career College helped distribute food to feed homeless...

ACC-Los Angeles Student Ambassadors Help Sort Clothing at Midnight Mission

Community OutreachJuly 9, 2021

A group of student ambassadors from American Career College spent part of their weekend this July volunteering...

American Career College Puts Real Effort Into 2021 Virtual Heart Walk Fundraiser

Community OutreachApril 9, 2021

More than 100 students and staff from all three American Career College campuses laced up their sneakers...

ACC-LA Graduate Goes from Odd Jobs to ‘Making a Difference’ in Healthcare

AlumniMay 31, 2023

Jenna’s journey to becoming a licensed vocational nurse was not easy. Healthcare wasn’t  always...

ACC Graduate Saw Need for Respiratory Therapists During COVID-19 and Found Calling

AlumniMay 1, 2023

Luis C. had always wanted to help people, he said, but it was during the COVID-19 pandemic that he discovered...

ACC-LA student spotlight Leylany L

AlumniApril 4, 2023

Returning to school after more than a decade wasn’t easy for Leylany L — but after a brief, steep...

ACC-LA Spotlight: Mirella Uribe

AlumniApril 4, 2023

For Mirella Uribe, finding a balance between school and her personal life was essential for her success. ...

ACC-OC VN Grad Never Gave Up On Dream to be Nurse

AlumniMarch 23, 2023

Even with a lifelong passion to work in healthcare and a supportive family to back him, the journey for...

Black History Month Student Spotlight: Diana Burgess, ACC-LA

AlumniFebruary 8, 2023

For Diana Burgess, Black History Month is about honoring Black achievement. “As a Black woman...

ACC-OC PTA Veteran Grad Gabriel Flores

AlumniFebruary 6, 2023

Gabriel Flores’ commute to school may be over an hour, but he’s always been driven to go...

ACC-OC Spotlight Nicole L.

AlumniDecember 14, 2022

While starting school during the pandemic was challenging, Nicole L. said she never missed a beat while...

ACC Pharmacy Technician Eager to Begin Health Care Journey After Graduation

AlumniJune 14, 2022

After three decades in accounting, Maureen is done waiting to follow her goal of working in health care. Originally...