American Career College

American Career College has been helping people succeed for over 29 years. Founded in 1978, as American College of Optics, the school became American Career College in 1993, to accommodate an expanding curriculum and growing student population.

American Career College has helped thousands of students start health care careers in these short intensive programs.

We offer many benefits to enhance their success such as the following:

• Qualified Faculty
• Modern Facilities
• Employer-Driven Curriculum
• Job Placement Assistance

Dental Assisting - Diploma

Dental assistants are key members of the dental team. Dentists rely on dental assistants to perform a wide range of patient, clinical and laboratory procedures. As dental technology advances and the general population increases, more dental work is needed every year, which is why there is a growing need for qualified dental assistants, in all areas of dentistry.

The dental assistant program provides its graduates with the skills and knowledge necessary to qualify for an entry-level position as a dental assistant. Graduates may also secure employment in other areas such as:

• Pediatric
• Orthodontic or oral surgery practices
• Front office/reception
• Insurance claims specialist
• Biller
• Insurance company customer service
• Dental software
• Public health facilities
• Hospital dental departments
• Correctional facilities
• Schools/universities
• Clinics
• Dental suppliers

Health Claims Examiner/Medical Biller - Diploma

Career opportunities exist with insurance companies-as well as medical offices, hospitals and clinics, and independent billing companies.

Health claims examining/medical billing students learn the principles of health insurance and medical billing, industry terminology, theory and practical application, communication and customer service skills, computer skills and more.

Massage Therapy - Diploma

With the fast growing demand for massage therapists there are many employment opportunities! As a massage therapist you can work in different settings, including

• Private practice
• Medical clinics
• Chiropractic offices
• Acupuncture clinics
• Day spas
• Fitness centers
• Physical therapists' offices

You can also provide service to sports teams or sport related medical facilities. Our hands-on fast track career programs are designed to teach you the skills you need to enter the job market quickly and begin building your future.

Medical Assistant - Diploma

Medical assistants have become a vital part of the health care team and their responsibilities continue to expand. Medical assisting is one of the 10 fastest growing occupations in the country, with a 70% annual growth rate, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. This is a high-demand field with lots of flexibility and room to grow. The medical assisting program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to begin their careers in a medical office, clinic, HMO or other health care setting.

Students develop competency in preparation of patients for examinations, back office clinical procedures, administration of medications, and routine laboratory procedures. This is coupled with a thorough knowledge of front office skills necessary to run an efficient medical office.

Optical Dispensing - Diploma

As a graduate of our program, you'll be qualified to work as a dispensing optician, ophthalmic lab technician, contact lens fitter, eye doctor's assistant, manufacturer's representative, optical office manager and more. Considering that more than 70% of the population requires eyewear, this is a field with a lot of opportunity. Not only that, the U.S. Department of Labor predicts a 35% growth rate over the next 10 years!

Our program prepares students for the National Opticianry Exam and Contact Lens Registry Exam administered by the American Board of Opticianry and National Contact Lens Examiners (ABO/NCLE). With these credentials, you'll be poised for a great entry-level position, rapid advancement and the ability to someday open your own store.

Pharmacy Technician - Diploma

The pharmacy technician program is a great choice if you want a prestigious, well-paying career. Medical advances, combined with our aging population, have created tremendous growth in this field. Being a pharmacy technician is a huge responsibility, but it can be very rewarding as well.

Our program is designed to provide students with the technical knowledge and practical skills necessary for an entry-level technician position in a retail, hospital or home health pharmacy.

You'll learn dosage calculations, product recognition and drug distribution systems. Major emphasis is placed on learning the trade and generic names of selected drugs and their classification. You'll also learn pharmaceutical and medical terminology including abbreviations and symbols used in prescribing, dispensing and charting. Basic anatomy and related pathological conditions are introduced.

Surgical Technology - Diploma

Surgical technologists are currently in demand at hospitals, outpatient surgery centers, doctors' offices and registries. As the population grows, the need for surgical procedures will increase dramatically along with the demand for surgical technologists. Many surgical technologists go on to become registered nurses, physician assistants and even surgeons.

The curriculum will provide you with both the theoretical and clinical skills. After completion of classroom training, you will be placed in a clinical environment for on-the-job training. This will provide you with the opportunity to enhance your skills and prepares you to enter into the exciting field of surgical technology.

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