American Career College

American Career College Highlights

• Lifetime job placement assistance
• School reports state-of-the-art-facilities
• Small class sizes
• The college is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools
• Accreditation Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology has provided accreditation

About American Career College

American Career College was established in 1978 as the American College of Optics. The school was renamed American Career College in 1993 due to an expanding curriculum and a larger student population. The vocational training school has campuses in southern California. Programs are provided in various healthcare fields such as massage, surgical technician, vocational nursing, dentistry and pharmacy. The programs are based on employer requirements. The school's goal is to provide graduates the skills required to find entry-level employment in healthcare fields.

American Career College Academic Programs

• Dental Assisting - Students are taught the skills required for entry-level employment as a dental assistant. Graduates have opportunities for employment in oral surgery, pediatric and orthodontic facilities.
• Health Claims Examiner/Medical Biller - Practical applications, theory and computer skills are emphasized.
• Massage Therapy - The program focuses on hands-on training.
• Medical Assistants - The curriculum's objective is to provide students the knowledge and skills necessary for employment in medical offices, HMO's, clinics and other healthcare settings.
• Optical Dispensing Specialists - Students are prepared for the National Opticianry Exam and Contact Lens Registry Exam. Graduates have opportunities for employment as optical dispensing specialists, ophthalmic lab technicians and contact lens technicians.
• Pharmacy Technician - Offers the knowledge and skills required for entry-level technician jobs in hospital, retail and home health pharmacies.
• Respiratory Therapist - Teaches theoretical and clinical skills. Hands-on training in a clinical environment is part of the curriculum.
• Vocational Nursing - The academic and clinical training prepares students for the National Council Licensure Examination for a licensure as a practical / vocational nurse.

Learning at American Career College

• The programs typically take eight to ten months to complete
• Students attend full-time
• On-campus programs

Faculty

The instructors are experts in their teaching fields. The small class sizes allow the instructors to provide personal attention.

Student Life

The school's campuses have a combined enrollment of more than 1,000. Typically about 80% of the students are female. Most students are in-state residents. Career development assistance is available.

Admissions and Financial Aid

Applicants must visit the college before they enroll and be interviewed by an admissions representative. Also, every program has specific admission requirements. The financial aid department assists eligible students obtain funding.