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Accreditation

Institutional Accreditation 

Triton College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

The college’s accreditation is reaffirmed and in good standing through 2034. Triton participates in HLC’s Open Pathway, with its next comprehensive evaluation scheduled for 2034.

Institutional accreditation ensures that Triton College meets established standards of quality in teaching, learning, and student support, and that credits earned are transferable to other institutions.

Why Accreditation Matters

Quality | Transfer | Financial Aid | Accountability

Accreditation provides assurance that:
  • Academic programs meet rigorous quality standards
  • Credits and credentials are recognized by other institutions and employers
  • Students are eligible for federal financial aid
  • The college engages in ongoing evaluation and continuous improvement

Specialized Program Accreditation

In addition to institutional accreditation, many Triton College programs maintain specialized accreditation and align with external certification and licensure requirements to ensure graduates are prepared for professional practice.

Programs are accredited by the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Education Foundation, aligning curriculum with national automotive industry standards.

Programs include:

  • General Motors/ACDelco (AAS)
  • Automotive Service Department Management (AAS)
  • Automotive Technology (Certificate and AAS)
  • Automotive Brake & Suspension (Certificate)
  • Automotive Engine Performance (Certificate)
  • Automotive Engine Repair (Certificate)
  • Automotive Transmission Repair (Certificate)

Certification:
Students may pursue ASE certification; some programs require passing ASE exams, while others offer certification as an option.

Business programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), ensuring alignment with industry standards and best practices in business education.

Programs include:

  • Human Resources Management (AAS)
  • Accounting/Finance (AAS)
  • Accounting and Business Administration (AS)
  • Business Management (AAS)

Health Careers programs maintain specialized accreditation and prepare students for required certification and licensure exams in their respective fields.

Programs and Accrediting Bodies:

  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
    • Accrediting Agencies: CAAHEP; MAERB
    • Certification: AAMA certification exam
  • Diagnostic Medical Sonography
    • Accrediting Agencies: CAAHEP; JRCDMS
    • Certification: ARDMS exam
  • Emergency Medical Technology (EMT)
    • Certification: National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) exam
  • Fire Science
    • Accrediting Body: Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE)
    • Certification: State Fire Marshal exam
  • Nurse Assistant
    • Certification: Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)
  • Ophthalmic Technician
    • Accrediting Agencies: International Council of Accreditation (ICA); JCAHPO
  • Radiologic Technology
    • Accrediting Agency: JRCERT
    • Certification/Licensure: ARRT exam and Illinois state licensure
  • Registered Nurse (RN)
    • Accrediting Agencies: ACEN; Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
    • Licensure: NCLEX-RN
  • Sterile Processing Technician
    • Certification: Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) – CRCST exam
  • Surgical Technology
    • Accrediting Agencies: ARC-STSA; CAAHEP
    • Certification: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) exam
 
Commitment to Continuous Improvement

Accreditation at Triton College is an ongoing process that reflects our commitment to quality and student success.

The college advances this work through structured processes including assessment of student learning outcomes and comprehensive program review. These processes evaluate:

Program review and assessment activities are coordinated across the college to ensure programs remain relevant, effective, and responsive to student and community needs.

These efforts are aligned with Triton College’s Strategic Plan and support ongoing institutional improvement.

Accreditation Contact

For more information about accreditation, please contact:

Planning & Accreditation Department
Purva DeVol, Ph.D.

purvadevol@triton.edu