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American Career College-Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 4021 Rosewood Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90004 · Phone: (949) 783-4800 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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American Career College-Los Angeles is a private for-profit trade school in Los Angeles, California, offering medical assistant, LPN/LVN, and dental assistant programs, accredited by ACEN and ABHES.
American Career College-Los Angeles has a 74.9% completion rate, above the state average of 64.2%, 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-Los Angeles is $37,270, federal financial aid is accepted, and 62.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $64,390 | $79,750 | $93,720 |
| Dental assistants | $38,790 | $50,110 | $60,670 |
| Surgical technologists | $49,140 | $81,310 | $99,260 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $42,850 | $55,110 | $65,590 |
| Medical records specialists | $43,800 | $61,810 | $80,630 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $70,210 | $121,260 | $137,770 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 351 | $25,116 | $23,714 | $9,500 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 288 | $41,027 | $37,793 | $17,200 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 105 | $23,743 | $21,904 | $8,444 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 83 | $43,204 | $42,329 | $23,969 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 73 | $25,116 | $23,714 | $9,500 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 50 | $28,321 | $26,783 | $9,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 27 | $43,204 | $42,329 | $23,969 |
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-Los Angeles is a private for-profit trade school located in Los Angeles, California. It is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus focuses on healthcare career training, with its top programs being medical assistant programs, LPN/LVN programs, and dental assistant schools, alongside surgical tech, pharmacy tech, medical billing and coding, and radiology tech programs, for a total of seven program families.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 74.9%, 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. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $37,270, and 62.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a significant share of financially needy students.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, career-focused healthcare training rather than a traditional multi-year degree, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adult learners or career changers interested in healthcare support roles may want to look further into scheduling and format directly with the school. To verify accreditation and outcomes independently, prospective students can check the accreditors listed above or review the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers seven program families in healthcare fields, with the top programs being medical assistant programs, LPN/LVN programs, and dental assistant schools. It also offers surgical tech, pharmacy tech, medical billing and coding, and radiology tech programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning FAFSA and 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 74.9%, which is above the state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, per federal data.
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 as $37,270.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and financial aid eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can check the accreditors listed (ACEN and ABHES) or review the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?109040.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The programs are healthcare-focused, but specific fit for career changers, such as schedule flexibility, is not reported in federal data; contact the school for details.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements are not reported in federal data; contact the school for program-specific certification information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact American Career College-Los Angeles at (949) 783-4800 or visit their website at https://americancareercollege.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare options.
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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.