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Arlington Career Institute

Arlington Career Institute (ACI) was founded in 1982 and has been training court reporters since that time. Run by real lawyers, the legal programs are top notch. Students in these programs enjoy the unique opportunity to work at the on-site law firm of Vecchio & Vecchio. This ability to receive day-to-day hands-on training provides future graduates with a leg up on the competition. ACI’s court reporting program is approved by The National Court Reporters Association (NCRA).

Call 877-747-5741 for more information!

ACI Offers the Following Programs

  • Paralegal/Legal Assistant
  • Court Reporter

*Online courses not available.

Our Goal is to Help You Reach Yours!

  • Family owned and operated since 1982
  • Financial aid available for those who qualify
  • Job placement assistance available
  • Choose day or evening classes
  • VA and WIA approved

Programs Available at Arlington Career Institute:

Court Reporter

Are you interested in a career in the exciting legal field? Prepare for a successful career in Court Reporting, Closed Captionist or as a Communications Access Real Time Translation (CART) Reporter with training from Arlington Career Institute.

The Court Reporting program includes training in English skills, legal and medical terminology, transcription and much more. You will be trained in courtroom and deposition procedures, computer-aided transcription, word processing, closed captioning and real-time reporting.



Medical Assisting

Medical Assistant training gives you the certification and knowledge to provide quality medical care and make a real difference in patients’ lives. Your Medical Assistant education at Arlington Career Institute teaches you a combination of clinical and administrative skills to help you thrive in a busy medical setting. As a Medical Assistant, your day may consist of taking patient’s vitals, performing a number of medical lab procedures and more.

As a Medical Assistant, you’re an important link between the patient and the healthcare delivery system, providing essential support to both patients and physicians in a rewarding medical career. Medical Assistants can enjoy a secure job future in a well-paid position as a part of an ever-growing industry. Make the smart move and find out more today!

Upon completion of the program students will take the MA Certification Exam administered by the National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP).

This program may be completed in as few as 10 months.

The medical programs at ACI offer students the training to pursue a career as a Medical Assistant or as a Medical Office Specialist. Graduates of the Medical Assistant program will receive a Medical Assistant Diploma, Phlebotomy Certificate, EKG Certificate, and Certification as a Medical Assistant by the National Association of Health Professionals*.

*Requires a score of 70% or above on NAHP medical assistant certification exam.



Medical Office Specialist

If you are interested in the Health Care industry, the Medical Office Specialist course at Arlington Career Institute is the perfect choice. You’re prepared with solid training for a career in medical records, medical transcription, medical billing and coding, or front office administration for a clinic or hospital.



Paralegal/Legal Assistant

If you attend ACI’s full-time day paralegal program, you’ll receive training through the school’s on-site law firm, Vecchio & Vecchio. During your third quarter of training, you will be able to work with the law office on a day-to-day basis on actual case files.

The Paralegal/Legal Assistant program can offer this valuable work experience! The hands-on training paralegal students gain provides valuable experience. It is this real-world experience that makes ACI’s paralegal program quite unique.

You’ll get the skills you need for specialized expertise in any legal firm, government agency, corporate office, or other legal entities across the country.

You’ll also be eligible to take the NALA certification exam so you can become a certified paralegal. ACI is an official test site for the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA) certification exam and a member of the Fort Worth Paralegal Association and the Denton County Paralegal Association.



Arlington Career Institute Campus:

Grand Prairie

Arlington Career Institute in Grand Prairie gives you advantages beyond the classroom. You will be prepared for a rewarding career after training with our specialists or instructors who are successful in their industry. You’ll get the best opportunities in these fast growing fields, so take advantage of focused training today!



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