Areas of Study
Triton College offers 120+ degree and certificate programs to choose from! Whether you're a new high school graduate, beginning your journey to a Bachelor's degree, returning to learn a new skill, or starting a new career with a certification, there is a Triton pathway for you.
Triton College confers Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, Associate in Engineering Science, Associate in Applied Science, Associate in General Studies, and several levels of certificates. Our degrees and certificates are grouped into seven Areas of Study so you can start by selecting an area you're interested in, then work with your advisor to create a program map for the specific degree, certificate, or transfer path that you wish to pursue. We will help you be informed and stay on track!
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Art, Humanities, and Social ScienceDevelop critical thinking skills and examine the world around you by studying arts, humanities, and social sciences. This area of study gives students a broad general education foundation to start a career or transfer to a four-year program. |
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Business & Information TechnologyDevelop quantitative, design, and communication skills to assess problems, specific needs, and evolving trends to develop real-world solutions. Work with programming and management systems to analyze, store, and use the information for personal and commercial use. |
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Career & TechnicalGather the experience and skills through our hands-on curriculum to become immediately employable for an entry-level technical career path. Career & Technical studies directly prepare students for careers in engineering technology, manufacturing, automotive, construction, and agricultural industries. |
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Culinary Arts & HospitalityPursue your passion for food, culture, and events by choosing a career path in culinary arts and hospitality. In-class academic work combined with practical experience in our on-campus commercial-grade kitchen, bakery, authentic bistro, and fine dining room prepares you with the real-world skills you'll need to succeed. |
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Health SciencesChoose a pathway that will lead you to be an allied health care professional; or prepare you for continuing your pathway by transferring to a four-year school for a professional career as a doctor, nurse, dietician, physical therapist researcher or wellness expert. |
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Human & Public ServicesUse your compassion and willingness to help others to pursue a career path designed to improve others' quality of life, such as a teacher, police officer, or mental health provider. Human and public service professionals help to improve society by providing access to resources to live safe, healthy, and comfortable lives. |
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Science & EngineeringDevelop quantitative and information literacy skills necessary to pursue careers in physical sciences, life sciences, engineering, mathematics, or medicine or complete one of applied science degrees to prepare for entry-level after graduation. |
Degrees and Certificates
Certificates
From Classroom to Career in a Year
Short-term certificate programs (one year or less) are ideal for those seeking to quickly upgrade their employment skills, enter a new career or gain skills to earn additional income.
Associate of Arts (A.A.)/Associate of Science(A.S.)/Associate of Engineering Science (A.E.S)
Curriculum intended for students seeking a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelors of Science degree at a four-year school. Our courses in these programs parallel those courses offered at universities and are transferable to four-year institutions. These degrees are ideal for students who intend to pursue a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelors of Science degree at a four-year school.
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
Applied Science Programs are designed to prepare students for direct or upgraded employment following Triton College graduation. In some cases, these specialized degrees are transferable to four-year programs.
Selective Admissions Programs
Programs and certificates marked with 2 are selective admissions programs. For more information, view our selective admissions health career and nursing programs.
Professional Licensure and Certification Disclosure Information
Triton College offers several programs leading to professional licensure and/or certification in the State of Illinois. Effective July 1, 2020, U.S. Code of Federal Regulations 34 CFR 668.43 requires disclosures for all programs leading to a license or certification.