About Us

Why Arlington Career Institute?

Family owned and operated since its establishment in 1982, Arlington Career Institute is founded on family values and dedicated to training you for a rewarding career in today's workforce.

We believe that everyone should be allowed to obtain the education they seek. This education will be a life-changing experience and the first step toward a successful and rewarding career. Whatever your reason for pursuing a higher education, choosing Arlington Career Institute is One Smart Move!

Learn about our legal and health care career training programs or see what Arlington Career Institute graduates have to say.

Accreditations & Organizations

Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.

ACI is accredited by ACCSC Arlington Career Institute is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. The Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.

Texas Workforce Commission Regulation and Approval

Arlington Career Institute is approved and regulated by the Texas Workforce Commission, Career Schools and Colleges Section, Austin, Texas.

Career Colleges and Schools of Texas

Arlington Career Institute is a member of the Career Colleges and Schools of Texas. CCST provides scholarships to qualified high school seniors to attend CCST schools. For more information on CCST Scholarships visit their website at www.colleges-schools.org.

National Association for Health Professionals

ACI is a member of the National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP). Graduates of ACI's Medical Assistant program are eligible to take NAHP certification exams. The certification exams are given at ACI at various times throughout the year. See nahpusa.com for more information.

Veterans Approval

All ACI programs are approved for Veterans benefits under Title 38 by the Texas Workforce Commission, Proprietary Schools Section, Austin, Texas.

ACI is approved by NCRA National Court Reporters Association

Arlington Career Institute's Court Reporting program is approved by the Board of Approved Student Education (BASE) of the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA). See www.ncraonline.org for more information.

National Health Career Association

ACI is a member of the National Health Career Association. NHA graduates of ACI's Medical Office Specialist program are eligible for certification. Exams are given at various times throughout the year. See www.nha2000.com for more information.

WIA Approved

Arlington Career Institute is a member of the Career Colleges Association (CCA). CCA is a national organization, which represents over 1400 members, and over one million career college students. See www.career.org for more information.

Court Reporter Grad

"I wanted to tell you that Cauthen & Associates hired me. I have been working all week. Now I'm a Cart Provider, and I wanted to thank you for helping me get my foot in the door."
Thank you so much.

- Drianne Alfaro

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