American Career College

CAHIIM Accreditation

We are pleased to announce that the Associate of Occupational Science in Health Information Technology (HIT) program at the Orange County campus of American Career College is programmatically accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM). CAHIIM 233 N. Michigan Avenue, 21^st Floor, Chicago, IL 60601-5800; phone (312) 233-1100 www.cahiim.org

Why is this Important?

Health Information Technology involves the exchange of health information in an electronic environment. Widespread use of health IT within the health care industry will improve the quality of health care, prevent medical errors, reduce health care costs, increase administrative efficiencies, decrease paperwork, and expand access to affordable health care. It is imperative that the privacy and security of electronic health information be ensured as this information is maintained and transmitted electronically.

Electronic health records are a major theme throughout the Affordable Health Care Act and require hospitals to update their employee skill sets within a limited window of time. This urgency is the primary driver of demand for employees with this specific skill set.

Students who desire to sit for the RHIT license must graduate from a CAHIIM-accredited program. Although most RHITs work in hospitals, you will also find them in a variety of other healthcare settings including office-based physician practices, nursing homes, home health agencies, mental health facilities, and public health agencies. In fact, employment opportunities exist for RHITs in any organization that uses patient data or health information, such as pharmaceutical companies, law and insurance firms, and health product vendors.

Programs vary by campus. Program lengths vary by session and schedule. Financial aid available to those who qualify. ACC cannot guarantee employment. For more information about American Career College accreditations, please visit americancareercollege.edu/why-acc/accreditation.html. To view our catalog, visit americancareercollege.edu/pdf/catalog.pdf. To view ACC's required outcome disclosures, visit americancareercollege.edu/disclosures.

 

The Surgical Technologist functions in association with nurses and surgeons as part of the operating room team to provide care to the patient during the crucial periods of surgery. The Surgical Technologist must create and maintain a safe operating room environment through aseptic surgical techniques. The Surgical Technologist must know the fundamental steps and routine procedures needed to assist the surgeon in the use of surgical instrumentation. Maintaining the equipment and sterile supplies needed to successfully complete each operation is essential to perform efficiently as a member of the surgical team.

The Surgical Technology program at ACC results in an Associate of Occupational Science degree and will prepare you for the certification exam administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting.

Programs vary by campus. Program lengths vary by session and schedule. Financial aid available to those who qualify. ACC cannot guarantee employment. For more information about American Career College accreditations, please visit americancareercollege.edu/why-acc/accreditation.html. To view our catalog, visit americancareercollege.edu/pdf/catalog.pdf. To view ACC's required outcome disclosures, visit americancareercollege.edu/disclosures.

 

Massage therapists don't just help people relax they help people with important, healing massage techniques in a variety of areas. The Massage Therapist program at ACC will teach you a variety of techniques from Swedish and spa massage techniques to sports therapy and clinical treatments. Massage therapy and treatment plans are an important part of many rehabilitation programs.

Programs vary by campus. Program lengths vary by session and schedule. Financial aid available to those who qualify. ACC cannot guarantee employment. For more information about American Career College accreditations, please visit americancareercollege.edu/why-acc/accreditation.html. To view our catalog, visit americancareercollege.edu/pdf/catalog.pdf. To view ACC's required outcome disclosures, visit americancareercollege.edu/disclosures.

 

Dental assistants work closely with dentists and dental hygienists to perform a variety of procedures, including patient, clinical, laboratory, and administrative tasks. Dental assistants may take x-rays, dental impressions, and other preventive and restorative techniques. All of these things are covered in the training provided by American Career College. The program at ACC will also prepare you for Coronal Polish Certification and Pit and Fissure Certification, as well as California Radiation Safety Certification. In addition to direct patient care, many dental assistants play an important role in helping the dental facility run smoothly by booking appointments, greeting patients, and assisting with administrative tasks.

Programs vary by campus. Program lengths vary by session and schedule. Financial aid available to those who qualify. ACC cannot guarantee employment. For more information about American Career College accreditations, please visit americancareercollege.edu/why-acc/accreditation.html. To view our catalog, visit americancareercollege.edu/pdf/catalog.pdf. To view ACC's required outcome disclosures, visit americancareercollege.edu/disclosures.

 

The healthcare industry isn't all about direct patient care - there are many opportunities for those with administrative skills and training. A Health Claims Examiner/Medical Biller works closely on the business side of healthcare facilities, interacting with patients and insurance companies and managing payments.

Nearly every healthcare facility needs employees who are trained in the databases, industry software, and reference materials that Health Claims Examiners/Medical Billers use. The program at ACC will give you the training you need to understand and complete these duties.

Programs vary by campus. Program lengths vary by session and schedule. Financial aid available to those who qualify. ACC cannot guarantee employment. For more information about American Career College accreditations, please visit americancareercollege.edu/why-acc/accreditation.html. To view our catalog, visit americancareercollege.edu/pdf/catalog.pdf. To view ACC's required outcome disclosures, visit americancareercollege.edu/disclosures.

 

The medical assistant program at American Career College will teach you both administrative and clinical procedures that are common in healthcare facilities including a physician's office, clinic, long term care, or other healthcare facility. Medical assistants work closely with patients, providing direct care in the exam room and the front office.

The program at ACC will teach you how to prepare patients for examinations, administer of medications, and perform routine laboratory procedures, as well as equip you with the front office skills necessary to work in an a medical office.

Programs vary by campus. Program lengths vary by session and schedule. Financial aid available to those who qualify. ACC cannot guarantee employment. For more information about American Career College accreditations, please visit americancareercollege.edu/why-acc/accreditation.html. To view our catalog, visit americancareercollege.edu/pdf/catalog.pdf. To view ACC's required outcome disclosures, visit americancareercollege.edu/disclosures.

 

The Pharmacy Technician program is designed to provide students with the technical knowledge and practical skills necessary for an entry-level position in retail, wholesale, hospital, or home health pharmacy, or in a prior authorization department, compounding lab and other positions related to the manufacturing, distribution or support of pharmacy products The training provided by ACC will prepare you to work closely with a licensed Pharmacist to label and dispense medication, update patient information, and rotate inventory.

Programs vary by campus. Program lengths vary by session and schedule. Financial aid available to those who qualify. ACC cannot guarantee employment. For more information about American Career College accreditations, please visit americancareercollege.edu/why-acc/accreditation.html. To view our catalog, visit americancareercollege.edu/pdf/catalog.pdf. To view ACC's required outcome disclosures, visit americancareercollege.edu/disclosures.

 

Optical Dispensing technicians work closely with optometrists and ophthalmologists to find the best eye care choice for each patient. The Optical Technician program at American Career College will prepare you for the National Opticianry Competency Exam and the Contact Lens Registry Exam, administered by the American Board of Opticianry and National Contact Lens Examiners (ABO/NCLE). After completing the program at ACC, you could work in a lab, creating glasses based on specific patient data and measurements. You could also work directly with patients, helping them choose frames, lenses, and other eye care products to meet their needs.

Programs vary by campus. Program lengths vary by session and schedule. Financial aid available to those who qualify. ACC cannot guarantee employment. For more information about American Career College accreditations, please visit americancareercollege.edu/why-acc/accreditation.html. To view our catalog, visit americancareercollege.edu/pdf/catalog.pdf. To view ACC's required outcome disclosures, visit americancareercollege.edu/disclosures.

 

Nurses play an extremely important role in healthcare facilities, from clinics to doctors offices and home health agencies. Vocational nurses are responsible for working closely with doctors and Registered nurses to provide direct patient care.

The Vocational Nursing program at ACC will train you in anatomy and physiology, as well as the treatments and procedures that you will use to help patients. The program will prepare you for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN) for licensure as a practical/vocational nurse meeting the standards set by the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.

Programs vary by campus. Program lengths vary by session and schedule. Financial aid available to those who qualify. ACC cannot guarantee employment. For more information about American Career College accreditations, please visit americancareercollege.edu/why-acc/accreditation.html. To view our catalog, visit americancareercollege.edu/pdf/catalog.pdf. To view ACC's required outcome disclosures, visit americancareercollege.edu/disclosures.