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Optician vs. Optometrist vs. Ophthalmologist

Most RecentSeptember 28, 2023

With the aging of the Baby Boomer generation, the 65-and-over population is continually growing —...

ACC-LA Hosts ‘Pink-Tastic’ Student Appreciation Party in September

Most RecentSeptember 20, 2023

The Barbie-themed Student Appreciation Rally this September at American Career College-Los Angeles was...

What Does a Surgical Technologist Do? | A Day in the Life

Most RecentSeptember 13, 2023

If you’re interested in a career where you can help save lives, improve patients’ quality...

ACC-Los Angeles Wins 4 Categories in the 2023 Readers Choice Awards

Most RecentAugust 29, 2023

We are proud to announce that American Career College-Los Angeles has been voted “Best Nursing...

ACC Students Join CVS Hosted Fundraiser at Angel Stadium

Most RecentAugust 24, 2023

Volunteers from American Career College-Ontario stepped up to the plate for a good cause this summer...

What Do Dental Assistants Do?

Most RecentAugust 11, 2023

Within any dentist’s office or dental clinic, you’ll find dental assistants (DAs): versatile,...

ACC-Ontario Students Provide No-Cost Health Services at Local Events

Most RecentAugust 11, 2023

Students from American Career College-Ontario showed their volunteer spirit this spring by providing...

DA vs. RDA vs. CDA: What’s the Difference Between These Dental Assistant Roles?

Most RecentAugust 2, 2023

If you’re considering becoming a dental assistant but you aren’t sure where to start, a good...

ACC-LA Celebrates First Graduation Ceremony for Radiography Program

Most RecentAugust 1, 2023

American Career College proudly welcomed the first graduating cohort from its Los Angeles radiography...

Optician vs. Optometrist vs. Ophthalmologist

Student LifeSeptember 28, 2023

With the aging of the Baby Boomer generation, the 65-and-over population is continually growing —...

ACC-LA Hosts ‘Pink-Tastic’ Student Appreciation Party in September

Student LifeSeptember 20, 2023

The Barbie-themed Student Appreciation Rally this September at American Career College-Los Angeles was...

What Does a Surgical Technologist Do? | A Day in the Life

Student LifeSeptember 13, 2023

If you’re interested in a career where you can help save lives, improve patients’ quality...

ACC-Los Angeles Wins 4 Categories in the 2023 Readers Choice Awards

Student LifeAugust 29, 2023

We are proud to announce that American Career College-Los Angeles has been voted “Best Nursing...

ACC Students Join CVS Hosted Fundraiser at Angel Stadium

Student LifeAugust 24, 2023

Volunteers from American Career College-Ontario stepped up to the plate for a good cause this summer...

What Do Dental Assistants Do?

Student LifeAugust 11, 2023

Within any dentist’s office or dental clinic, you’ll find dental assistants (DAs): versatile,...

ACC-Ontario Students Provide No-Cost Health Services at Local Events

Student LifeAugust 11, 2023

Students from American Career College-Ontario showed their volunteer spirit this spring by providing...

DA vs. RDA vs. CDA: What’s the Difference Between These Dental Assistant Roles?

Student LifeAugust 2, 2023

If you’re considering becoming a dental assistant but you aren’t sure where to start, a good...

ACC-Orange County Students Take a Break at Summer STAR 2023

Student LifeJuly 5, 2023

Students at American Career College-Orange County got a chance to unwind this summer during the Student...

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...

Top 5 Benefits of a Career in Medical Billing

FeaturesJune 15, 2023

Medical billing is a great option for individuals who are looking for a healthcare career with a good...

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 Hosts Backyard BBQ at Ronald McDonald House in Los Angeles

Community OutreachAugust 1, 2023

Volunteers from American Career College helped families battling illness have a little summer fun this...

ACC-Orange County Voted 2023 Favorite Trade School & Nursing School

Community OutreachJuly 6, 2023

ACC-Orange County is proud to announce that we have been recognized in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune’s...

ACC-Ontario Voted Best Trade School & Nursing School

Community OutreachJune 19, 2023

We are proud to announce that American Career College-Ontario has been voted “Best Trade School”...

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-LA Celebrates First Graduation Ceremony for Radiography Program

AlumniAugust 1, 2023

American Career College proudly welcomed the first graduating cohort from its Los Angeles radiography...

Alum inspired to provide the best patient care

AlumniJune 20, 2023

Gabriela G. wanted to become the kind of nurse her grandmother didn’t have. After watching her...

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,...

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.  “It...

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...