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American Career College-Anaheim
Anaheim, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 1200 N. Magnolia Ave., Anaheim, CA 92801 · Phone: (949) 783-4800 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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American Career College-Anaheim is a private for-profit trade school in Anaheim, California offering LPN/LVN, medical assistant, and dental assistant programs, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
American Career College-Anaheim has a 70.4% completion rate versus a 64.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $38,430 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at American Career College-Anaheim is $35,751, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 58.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $64,390 | $79,750 | $93,720 |
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
| Dental assistants | $38,790 | $50,110 | $60,670 |
| Medical records specialists | $43,800 | $61,810 | $80,630 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $70,210 | $121,260 | $137,770 |
| Surgical technologists | $49,140 | $81,310 | $99,260 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $42,850 | $55,110 | $65,590 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 270 | $41,027 | $37,793 | $17,200 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 185 | $25,116 | $23,714 | $9,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 54 | $23,743 | $21,904 | $8,444 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 53 | $28,321 | $26,783 | $9,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 47 | $53,934 | $38,829 | $27,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 41 | $43,204 | $42,329 | $23,969 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 40 | $43,204 | $42,329 | $23,969 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 38 | $25,116 | $23,714 | $9,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 28 | $53,934 | $38,829 | $27,000 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
American Career College-Anaheim is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Anaheim, California. The campus participates in federal Title IV student aid programs and holds accreditation through the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, with additional programmatic accreditation from the American Occupational Therapy Association and the American Physical Therapy Association. Its most-awarded programs are LPN / LVN programs, medical assistant programs, and dental assistant schools, drawn from a broader lineup of nine program families including medical billing and coding, radiology technology, surgical technology, and pharmacy technology.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 70.4%, which is above the state average of 64.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $38,430. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $35,751, and 58.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment. Enrollment stands at 1,644 undergraduates, with 756 trade completers reported.
This campus fits students pursuing shorter, credential-focused healthcare training rather than multi-year degree paths, based on the program families listed. The mix of LPN, medical assistant, and dental assistant programs suggests a setting oriented toward entry-level clinical roles, which may appeal to career changers, though program length and schedule details are not reported here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and review full outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, and confirm program specifics by contacting the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers nine program families, with the top programs being LPN / LVN programs, medical assistant programs, and dental assistant schools. It also offers medical billing and coding, radiology technology, surgical technology, and pharmacy technology programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, with additional programmatic accreditation from the American Occupational Therapy Association and the American Physical Therapy Association.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 70.4%, which is above the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $9,500.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $38,430.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $35,751.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which typically means tuition may be higher and outcomes should be reviewed carefully alongside cost and debt data such as those reported above.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (949) 783-4800 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and review federal outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?441052.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program families listed, such as LPN, medical assistant, and dental assistant training, suggest a focus on entry-level clinical credentials, though specific fit for career changers is not reported in federal data; contact the school to discuss your situation.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (949) 783-4800 or through its website at https://americancareercollege.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across schools.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.