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Infection Control Nurse Shares Career Journey and Advocates for ACC Grads

Most RecentJuly 10, 2024

For American Career College alum Chinyere D., nursing wasn't just a career choice; it was a family legacy...

Medical Billing vs. Medical Coding: Understanding the Differences

Most RecentJuly 9, 2024

If you thought medical billing and medical coding were the same job, you're not alone. Many people use...

ACC-LA Student Celebrates Her Authentic Self All Year Long

Most RecentJune 26, 2024

Today, Madison M. is out and proud as a bisexual woman, but being her authentic self wasn’t always...

6 Healthcare Programs That Can Be Completed in Under a Year

Most RecentJune 14, 2024

Did you know that you can pursue a career in healthcare without completing multiple years of medical...

ACC-LA VN Student 'Happier, Confident and Proud' After Living True Self

Most RecentJune 11, 2024

Before coming out as bisexual, American Career College-Los Angeles student Lexi B. tried to ignore her...

ACC Student Mixes Hands-On Skills and Fashion in Optical Technology Journey 

Most RecentJune 7, 2024

Skyler S. is on a mission to bridge the gap between medicine and fashion in the optical industry, one...

What Does a Respiratory Therapist Do? | A Day in the Life

Most RecentJune 5, 2024

Respiratory therapists spend their career focused on something that many of us take for granted —...

American Career College Celebrates Over 1,200 Graduates at Toyota Arena

Most RecentMay 30, 2024

The Toyota Arena was filled with joy and pride as American Career College held its Spring 2024 graduation...

Can I Earn My Dental Assistant Certification Online?

Most RecentMay 17, 2024

If you want to start working as a dental assistant, you may be curious about the educational options...

ACC-LA Student Celebrates Her Authentic Self All Year Long

Student LifeJune 26, 2024

Today, Madison M. is out and proud as a bisexual woman, but being her authentic self wasn’t always...

ACC-LA VN Student 'Happier, Confident and Proud' After Living True Self

Student LifeJune 11, 2024

Before coming out as bisexual, American Career College-Los Angeles student Lexi B. tried to ignore her...

ACC Student Mixes Hands-On Skills and Fashion in Optical Technology Journey 

Student LifeJune 7, 2024

Skyler S. is on a mission to bridge the gap between medicine and fashion in the optical industry, one...

American Career College Celebrates Over 1,200 Graduates at Toyota Arena

Student LifeMay 30, 2024

The Toyota Arena was filled with joy and pride as American Career College held its Spring 2024 graduation...

Students Travel to Capitol Hill to Represent Aspiring Healthcare Professionals

Student LifeApril 24, 2024

Students from American Career College got a chance to make their voices heard at the nation’s capital...

Student Services: Helping Bridge Challenges to Success at ACC-Orange County

Student LifeApril 23, 2024

At American Career College-Orange County, Maria Adame wears multiple hats as an academic retention specialist....

ACC-Ontario VN Students Serve Community at YMCA Jurupa Valley Healthy Kids Day

Student LifeApril 9, 2024

American Career College-Ontario vocational nursing students recently volunteered their time at the YMCA...

The ACC Advantage: Helping Students Master the GRIT Mentality

Student LifeMarch 22, 2024

It’s not easy committing yourself to an educational program, earning your diploma or degree, getting...

ACC-LA Student Wins Nationwide ABHES Scholarship for $5,000

Student LifeFebruary 16, 2024

In a surprise announcement during class, American Career College student Nisha S. learned she had won...

How to Become a Medical Assistant in California

Are you interested in entering into the field of healthcare? If so, you may want to consider pursuing...

How to Become an Occupational Therapy Assistant in California

So, you’re interested in becoming an occupational therapy assistant. You’ve done your research into...

How to Become an Optician in California

Interested in becoming an optician, optical lab technician, optical dispenser, or contact lens fitter...

How to Become a Surgical Technologist in California

Surgical technologists work directly at the center of life-saving and life-changing action. They perform...

How to Become a Respiratory Therapist in California

If you want to become a respiratory therapist (RT), you need both passion and drive — passion for helping...

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 vs. 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...

How to Become a Dental Assistant in California

FeaturesFebruary 15, 2023

If you're looking for a rewarding career in dentistry, then consider becoming a dental assistant! They...

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-OC’s Friendly Contest Brings Joy to Local School

Community OutreachDecember 28, 2023

In the spirit of giving and friendly competition, American Career College-Orange County held a canned...

ACC-LA Spreads Holiday Cheer to Local Kids With Toy Drive

Community OutreachDecember 19, 2023

While the holiday season is a joyous time for most, it can be a time of stress and anxiety for some families. Parents...

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,...

Infection Control Nurse Shares Career Journey and Advocates for ACC Grads

AlumniJuly 10, 2024

For American Career College alum Chinyere D., nursing wasn't just a career choice; it was a family legacy...

Finding Inspiration: Frances V's Journey of Resilience

AlumniMarch 26, 2024

Frances V's path to healthcare wasn't just a choice — it was a calling. From her earliest days,...

ACC Grad Has Perfect Beginning to PTA Career

AlumniMarch 13, 2024

After successfully graduating from American Career College as the physical therapist assistant (PTA)...

VN Grad Navigated Through Setbacks to Success at ACC

AlumniFebruary 26, 2024

Andrew P.’s path to graduate from the American Career College Vocational Nursing program wasn't...

Alum Finds Second Career in Optical Dispensing, Starts Own Company

AlumniJanuary 17, 2024

Angela E., an alumna of American Career College, recounts how she serendipitously entered the optical...

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...