The Salter School - Malden

For over sixty years, The Salter School has been recognized as one of the foremost career schools in the area. The Salter School is a private school of advanced standing for men and women offering complete training through programs in preparation for professional careers in business, health care, and computers.

Why Choose The Salter School

The education you receive at The Salter School is designed to prepare you for an exciting career or to enhance the opportunities in your current career through enhanced skills. Externship studies in a student's chosen program facilitate the transition from classroom knowledge to practical, on-the job training and knowledge. Career days, individualized career counseling and lifetime placement services reinforce what The Salter School mission has been for over sixty years - to offer students a challenging, intensive program of study leading to satisfying business and professional careers.

Medical Assisting Program - Diploma

The Medical Assisting Program prepares the students for a career in the medical field. From the beginning of the program, the students are immersed in courses focused on developing the skills and knowledge required to be a productive and effective professional in the team-oriented healthcare environment. The clinical skills prepare students to perform duties of drawing blood, giving medication or assisting in laboratory procedures under the direction of a physician. Emphasis on office skills, communication skills, and human relations develops proficiency in office related functions that are integral components in developing a successful health care professional. Upon completion of this certificate program, students are prepared for the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification examination.

Health Claims Specialist Program - Diploma

(Medical Billing and Coding)
The Health Claims Specialist program provides comprehensive training in the area of billing and coding in the healthcare environment. The students are immersed in the terminology, diagnostic, procedural coding, and record management required of healthcare professionals.

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to obtain positions in private physicians' offices, clinics, hospitals, insurance companies, and claims management companies.

Massage Therapy - Diploma

With the surge in complementary health care, massage therapy has become one of the fastest growing professions in the wellness industry.

Our mission is to provide quality career education in the art and science of massage therapy, while also teaching sound business practices which will prepare students for success in the marketplace. Potential career opportunities include, but are not limited to, working with athletic teams, physical therapy, hotels, day spas, corporate wellness programs, private practices, chiropractic clinics, airports, beauty salons, golf and country clubs, orthopedic clinics, fitness centers, resorts, cruise ships, hospitals, and nursing homes.

Career Services at The Salter School

The Career Services Department assists students and alumni in all aspects of their job search. The Career Services Department has implemented a Career Directions Seminar, which provides a realistic approach to searching for employment. In addition, students are scheduled for personalized sessions to finalize their job search tools and talk about their individual needs concerning employment. The Career Services Center offers the following services:

• Weekly Job Postings
• Company Profiles
• Job Search Advising
• Resume Preparation
• Alumni Networking
• Externship Opportunities
• On-site Career Fairs
• Employer Database
• Internet Access/E-mail
• Reference Books
• Laser Printer/Fax Service
• Job Search Materials

Career Services are also available to all students in The Salter School evening division. Scheduled workshops and individual sessions are held during evening hours.

Financial Aid

Financial aid for those students who qualify is available at The Salter School. Each year funds are allocated to The Salter School through a variety of federally sponsored grant and loan programs. This aid enables students who need assistance to meet the cost of tuition. The financial aid office meets personally with each student to arrange a financial aid package which is most appropriate for his or her situation.

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