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As announced by ICDC College, the Teach-out plan has received approval of ICDC’s accreditor, Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, Trident’s accreditor, WASC Senior College and University Commission, and was also accepted by the U.S. Department of Education and the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education.

Rest assured that Trident is committed to ensuring a seamless transition and providing you the support you need to complete your program of study. To this end, Trident agreed to employ select ICDC College’s instructors, staff. There will be little to no interruption in your education – you will continue to have the same instructors, support staff, and program that you are used to at no additional charge beyond the charges agreed to in your enrollment agreement with ICDC.

Should you wish to participate in the Teach-out and continue your education, you will login to your account and class in the same manner in which you have always logged into your classes. Upon program completion students will graduate with an ICDC credential that includes the original BPPE school number and reference to Trident as a Teach-out partner.

You are not required to participate in the Teach-out with Trident. Feel free to contact your advisor at ICDC to discuss options. In the event that you choose to not take part in the Teach-out, there may be a need to process refunds of aid previously received. Your advisor at ICDC can provide more information regarding applicable refunds or return of aid.

About Trident University International

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Trident was established in 1998 and has over 30,000 alumni. Trident is regionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, and is also approved to operate by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. Approval to operate means the institution is compliant with the minimum standards contained in the California Private Postsecondary Education Act of 2009 (as amended) and Division 7.5 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations.

Trident offers 19 different programs in the bachelor, master, and doctorate levels. The unique case-based Trident Learning Model emphasizes the development of more independent critical-thinking skills.

If you are interested in continuing your education following completion of your current program, Trident will be happy to provide information about options.

Trident students come from all walks of life

with a variety of backgrounds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Student Questions

What is happening at ICDC College?

As of May 23, 2016, Trident University has taken over the day to day running of ICDC College programs through a process called a “teach-out.” While there has been a change in the administration of ICDC College; to ensure continuity there has been no change in the programs you are taking and Trident has retained many of ICDC College’s instructors and support staff. The phone numbers and email addresses of staff are also unchanged.

What does this news mean for me?

For now, ICDC College programs will continue to operate and you will continue to receive the career focused, quality education you have always received. Additionally, you will continue to have access to your student resources.

At this point, however, nothing changes for you. Continue your studies so you don’t fall behind in your classes.

What should I do? Should I still attend my classes?

You should continue to attend your class, and learn.

Can I still access advising, tutoring, and student resources?

Yes. You will continue to have access to and support from advising and student resources.

How do I get copies of my transcript?

You may request a copy of your official transcript from our Student Records Department. Please complete the Transcript Request Form and submit it to ICDCrecords@trident.edu. Upon receipt, please allow 3 to 5 business days for processing.

What will happen to my educational records once ICDC College programs are taught out?

Trident University is serving as the custodian of records for ICDC students/graduates. You may contact ICDCrecords@trident.edu.

If I finish my degree or certificate, will I still graduate?

Yes. You will still earn a degree or certificate from an accredited institution.

Financial Questions

If I am receiving financial aid, how will my financial aid be affected, and will it transfer to another school?

You are eligible to receive financial aid so long as you remain an eligible student in your ICDC College program. We are currently working with U.S. Department of Education and the Veterans’ Administration on the best process to ensure students receive their financial aid. We hope this process will be completed soon and have little (if any) effect on you receiving your financial aid.

If you transfer to another college to complete your program, your new school will determine your remaining eligibility for financial aid funds.

Teach Out/Transfer Questions

What is the difference between a teach out and a transfer?

A teach out is an arrangement by which a school agrees to provide the students of a closed school an opportunity to complete the same or very similar program of study offered by the closed school, without additional charge to the student. A teach out agreement is a written agreement between schools that must be approved by the Accrediting body. The State authorizing agencies are involved in approving teach-out agreements.

A transfer is a situation in which a student enrolls at another school with or without the intention of completing a same or similar program of study. When a student transfers to another school, the student is responsible for paying any costs associated with the education or training he or she receives at the new school. When a student transfers, the new school may or may not evaluate and accept clock or credit hours earned at the closed school and apply them to the student’s program at the new school. Any transfer of credits is always subject to Accrediting body and/or State authorizing agency requirements. In some cases, a school may also award transferring students credit based on approved testing procedures.

Should I just transfer schools now?

We recommend that students stay the course and work on completing their current programs. If you are considering transferring schools please contact us so that we may provide the information you need to make an informed decision.

Why should I accept a teach-out and not just drop out or transfer to another college of my choosing?

In this teach-out, Trident University has agreed to accept all your credits towards the completion of your degree or certificate, even if they are different than their courses. They will also accept courses with lower grades than their policy might allow. If you drop and transfer, the receiving school will evaluate your transcript like any other student and you will not receive the additional benefits that a teach out arrangement provides.

Will my credits be accepted for transfer at another school?

The acceptance of transfer credits is always at the discretion of the receiving institution. However, schools that enter into an agreement with ICDC will agree to accept all, or almost all, your credits.

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