Chemeketa Community College

Chemeketa Community College is a public four-year institution located in Salem, Oregon, in a large suburban setting. The college enrolls 12,541 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 16.50 out of 100. The completion rate is 22% (IPEDS 2023).

Chemeketa offers a wide selection of certificate programs across technical and healthcare fields. Technical programs include Welding Technology/Welder, Machine Shop Technology/Assistant, Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer, Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians, Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician, Building/Home/Construction Inspection/Inspector, and Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician. Healthcare and administrative programs include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, Anesthesiologist Assistant, Pharmacy Technician/Assistant, Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary, and Medical Office Management/Administration.

Situated in Salem, Oregon, Chemeketa Community College serves the Willamette Valley region with workforce-oriented training across a broad spectrum of industries. Its large enrollment and diverse program catalog make it a central resource for career and technical education in the Salem metropolitan area.