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.
A carefully selected staff of instructors, through their specialized training, wide experience and broad educational and civic interests, are especially qualified to handle their particular subjects according to methods and standards of modern education. Thus, a person about to enter a new career hears firsthand of the practical aspects of our American enterprise system.
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.
The Salter School's Fall River campus is a great place for local residents to expand their knowledge of the healthcare field. We have three other campuses located in Malden MA, New Bedford MA, and Tewksbury MA. Not all programs are offered at each campus.
. Programs Offered at this Location:
Massage Therapy - The goal of our massage therapy training program 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. Upon completion of our massage therapy program,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.
Professional Medical Assistant - This program prepares students with real-world job skills such as drawing blood,giving medication or assisting in laboratory procedures under the direction of a physician.
Health Claims Specialist - The Health Claims Specialist program provides comprehensive medical billing and coding training in a professional environment. The students are immersed in the terminology,diagnostic,procedural coding,and record management required of healthcare professionals. Upon completion of this program,students can attain a medical billing and coding certification,allowing them to obtain positions in private physicians' offices,clinics,hospitals,insurance companies,and claims management companies.