Megan Stewart is a military spouse, who prides herself in being an active part of the Fort Irwin community. After spending 16 years in a career in ophthalmology, she turned to volunteer work during their time at Fort Irwin. She discovered a passion for helping soldiers and their spouses while volunteering in various post organizations there. It was then, she discovered this was a true calling and enthusiastically joined the Trident team to help soldiers, spouses, and members of the Fort Irwin community gain access to the best education possible, while simultaneously serving their country. She is currently finishing her degree in Healthcare Administration at the University of Central Florida and is scheduled to graduate with her Bachelors in December 2018. In her free time, she travels Southern California with her husband, Derek, and their two children, Camden and Madelyn, and continues to actively volunteer with various organizations on post.
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Trident is a top choice for a new generation of leaders. Our online degrees are designed to help you achieve strategic advancement. Join our esteemed community where leaders come to learn from the best.Trident can help you meet your educational goals. With a rich tradition of serving busy working adults, the women and men in military service, Trident is uniquely positioned to serve individuals who balance family and work commitments while striving to earn a quality education. Offering 100% online courses with 24 degrees and over 60 concentrations to choose from, find a program that's right for you.
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Regionally Accredited
Trident at American InterContinental University (AIU) is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.Associate Degrees
3 degrees • 1 concentration
An associate degree prepares graduates for entry-level positions in their field and prepares them to transfer into bachelor-level programs at Trident with junior standing. Our mission is to produce highly competent, ethical, caring professionals who can both manage and effect positive change in organizations and systems.
We offer the following online associate degrees in:
We offer the following online associate degrees in:
Bachelor Degrees
8 degrees • 17 concentrations
Start your academic journey with Trident. With an inclusive online learning community, responsive and attentive faculty, and monthly start options – our online bachelor degree programs provide convenience without sacrificing excellence.
These programs require 120 credits for degree completion. You must have a high school degree or equivalent to qualify for admission.
We offer 8 online bachelor degrees in:
Trident General Education
Complete your general education requirements toward your bachelor degree program in six areas:
See our course catalog for a full list of course options and descriptions.
These programs require 120 credits for degree completion. You must have a high school degree or equivalent to qualify for admission.
We offer 8 online bachelor degrees in:
- Business Administration
- Computer Science
- Health Administration
- Health Sciences
- Homeland Security
- Human Resource Management
- IT Management
- Leadership
Trident General Education
Complete your general education requirements toward your bachelor degree program in six areas:
- Arts / Humanities
- College Mathematics
- English Composition
- Physical & Biological Sciences
- Social & Behavioral Sciences
- Information & Technology Literacy
See our course catalog for a full list of course options and descriptions.
Master Degrees
8 degrees • 26 concentrations
Earn your master degree through our online programs in 8 disciplines:
- Business Administration
- Education
- Health Administration
- Health Sciences
- Homeland Security
- Human Resource Management
- IT Management
- Leadership
Our online master programs require between 36 and 48 credits for degree completion. You must hold a bachelor degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and have a minimum GPA of 2.5 to qualify for admission.
Doctoral Degrees
6 degrees • 14 concentrations
Maintain the quality of learning you expect while earning your Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) or doctorate entirely online with Trident. We offer online doctoral degrees in three disciplines:
These are academic research programs and require written and oral qualifying exams / dissertation and oral defense for Ph.D. program completion. You will be required to complete doctoral research method courses, theory courses in your field, and electives in your selected area of concentration.
Trident also offers a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA), Doctor of Health Administration (DHA), and Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degree. These are post-master professional practice degrees designed for the working professional. The coursework focuses on knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed by practicing leaders in business, healthcare, and education.
These are academic research programs and require written and oral qualifying exams / dissertation and oral defense for Ph.D. program completion. You will be required to complete doctoral research method courses, theory courses in your field, and electives in your selected area of concentration.
Trident also offers a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA), Doctor of Health Administration (DHA), and Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degree. These are post-master professional practice degrees designed for the working professional. The coursework focuses on knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed by practicing leaders in business, healthcare, and education.
Professional Certificates
5 certificates • 1 diploma
Trident offers a variety of certificates and diplomas from their professional development programs. These programs are geared toward individuals looking for a career change, new skill sets, or simply looking to advance your education.
Trident’s programs focus on professional development in both business and health sciences.
Trident’s programs focus on professional development in both business and health sciences.
- Business Analytics - 5 months | $9,500
- Computerized Accounting Certificate - 6 months | $8,700
- Computerized Accounting Diploma - 9 months | $11,800
- Medical Billing Certificate - 9 months | $11,800
- Medical Billing and Coding Certificate - 12 months | $13,900
*Partner discounts do not apply to Professional Certificates
Why Trident?
Academic Excellence
Trident is committed to developing a passionate, connected learning community that helps students and organizations achieve their academic and professional goals.
Compassionate Commitment
Staff and faculty are dedicated to helping you successfully complete your degree. You’ll work in a nurturing collaborative community of adult learners.
Unparalleled Access
Trident provides you with all the tools you need to succeed in earning your degree. Each student will have an assigned Advisor to assist your academic journey.
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Seeing our students graduate and progress in their lives and careers (whether military or civilian) is my main goal in education. I want whoever I have the privilege of talking too, to know that I care about their goals and dreams, and them succeeding with Trident University.
Megan Stewart
Megan Stewart
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