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Medical assistants play important roles as members of healthcare teams. For medical assistant training in Salem, Oregon, turn to Institute of Technology. We teach theory and practical applications in the fundamentals of medical diagnostic and laboratory techniques. You can learn in the classroom, in the lab, and with hands-on instruction.
Emphasis for our Medical Assistant training is placed on:
- Medical terminology
- Anatomy and physiology
- Technical Medical Assisting skills
- Universal precaution techniques
In addition, students engage in hands-on training involving electrocardiograms, injections, venipuncture, sterile procedures, vitals, history-taking, preparation of medications, and assisting the physicians in various medical procedures.

Students who successfully complete our Medical Assistant training program earn a medical assisting diploma and are prepared to pursue an entry-level position as a medical assistant. Medical assistants graduating from medical assisting schools in Salem, Oregon find employment with a wide variety of healthcare providers, including physicians' offices, clinics, hospitals, nursing homes, labs, insurance companies, and many others.
Request information today about our Medical Assistant training in Salem, and learn how to start on your path to a new career in the medical field!
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On-time Graduation Rate – 32%
ACCET Employment Rate – 70%
Occupational Outcome – Medical Assistant (SOC Code 31-9092) www.onetonline.org
Median Federal Loan Amount – $3,152.00
Median Private and Institutional Loan Amount – $0
Tuition and Fees – $17,550.00 (Books and supplies included)
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Institute of Technology –
Salem Campus
4700 Silverton Road Northeast
Salem, OR 97305
