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Inaugural Alexis Bennett Memorial Scholarship Helps VN Student ‘Try Harder and Finish’

Most RecentDecember 4, 2023

A passionate vocational nursing student at American Career College-Orange County, Alexis Bennett was...

First-Generation Student Finds Purpose in Nursing and Teaching

Most RecentNovember 27, 2023

ACC nursing alumna Irene B. is a first-generation Mexican American, and becoming a nurse was her way...

Scrub Nurse vs. Surgical Tech: Exploring Operating Room Roles

Most RecentNovember 15, 2023

If the idea of working on a surgical team excites you, you might be exploring different types of roles...

HSE Academy Graduate Ready to Advance Career in Avionics with Degree

Most RecentNovember 13, 2023

Daryll Eaglebears Davis, of the Diné nation, shares his experience successfully earning his high...

ACC-Ontario Welcomes Inaugural Cohort of ADN Graduates

Most RecentOctober 30, 2023

American Career College-Ontario celebrated the first graduating cohort from its associate...

ACC Fall 2023 Graduation: 'This is just the beginning'

Most RecentOctober 25, 2023

Graduates from all three American Career College campuses in Southern California gathered this October...

ACC Alumnus Turned Campus Director of Education Reminisces on Childhood in Romania

Most RecentOctober 19, 2023

Andrei Livanu was inspired to follow in his father’s footsteps. The son of a teacher and paramedic,...

What Is an Occupational Therapy Assistant and What Do They Do?

Most RecentOctober 17, 2023

Occupational therapy assistants (OTAs) play an important role in helping individuals live happy and fulfilling...

The Medical Side of Math: How Is Math Used in the Medical Field?

Most RecentOctober 13, 2023

If you enjoyed some of your math classes but ever wondered if you were actually going to use what you...

Inaugural Alexis Bennett Memorial Scholarship Helps VN Student ‘Try Harder and Finish’

Student LifeDecember 4, 2023

A passionate vocational nursing student at American Career College-Orange County, Alexis Bennett was...

Scrub Nurse vs. Surgical Tech: Exploring Operating Room Roles

Student LifeNovember 15, 2023

If the idea of working on a surgical team excites you, you might be exploring different types of roles...

HSE Academy Graduate Ready to Advance Career in Avionics with Degree

Student LifeNovember 13, 2023

Daryll Eaglebears Davis, of the Diné nation, shares his experience successfully earning his high...

ACC-Ontario Welcomes Inaugural Cohort of ADN Graduates

Student LifeOctober 30, 2023

American Career College-Ontario celebrated the first graduating cohort from its associate...

ACC Fall 2023 Graduation: 'This is just the beginning'

Student LifeOctober 25, 2023

Graduates from all three American Career College campuses in Southern California gathered this October...

What Is an Occupational Therapy Assistant and What Do They Do?

Student LifeOctober 17, 2023

Occupational therapy assistants (OTAs) play an important role in helping individuals live happy and fulfilling...

The Medical Side of Math: How Is Math Used in the Medical Field?

Student LifeOctober 13, 2023

If you enjoyed some of your math classes but ever wondered if you were actually going to use what you...

ACC-LA Welcomes Inaugural Respiratory Therapy Cohort at Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

Student LifeOctober 12, 2023

American Career College-Los Angeles held a grand opening ceremony for its new respiratory therapy program...

From Medical Assistant to Doctor of Nursing: One Alumna’s Rewarding Healthcare Path

Student LifeOctober 10, 2023

Everyone needs to start somewhere. For ACC alumna Shanna J., her medical assistant diploma was the first...

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...

First-Generation Student Finds Purpose in Nursing and Teaching

AlumniNovember 27, 2023

ACC nursing alumna Irene B. is a first-generation Mexican American, and becoming a nurse was her way...

ACC Alumnus Turned Campus Director of Education Reminisces on Childhood in Romania

AlumniOctober 19, 2023

Andrei Livanu was inspired to follow in his father’s footsteps. The son of a teacher and paramedic,...

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...