Associate of Science in Professional Studies Requirements
The Associate of Science in Professional Studies 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 do this with an evidence-based, online teaching model, and a student‐centered learning environment in which undergraduates can expand their knowledge and skills.
The Associate of Science in Professional Studies requires 60 semester credits. The depth and breadth of the general education requirements along with the professional experience gained though a vocational, technical, or professional certificate program will lead to an associate degree that will prepare students for the workforce and potentially for the next level of education. The AS in Professional Studies degree provides students with a viable academic credential and a clear path towards a Bachelor of Science degree program.
Degree Semester Hour Requirement
A minimum of 60 semester hours
Residency Requirement
A minimum of 15 semester hours must be completed at Trident.
General Education Courses (32 Semester Hours)
Please view the University College General Education Requirements for a list of courses that are available to meet these requirements.
| Arts/Humanities |
1 Course if Taken at Trident |
4 |
| Written and Oral Communication |
2 Courses if Taken at Trident |
8 |
| Quantitative Skills |
1 Course if Taken at Trident |
4 |
| Physical and Biological Sciences |
1 Course if Taken at Trident |
4 |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences |
1 Course if Taken at Trident |
4 |
| Information and Technology Literacy |
1 Course if Taken at Trident |
4 |
| PRS 299 or PRS 290 |
Capstone Project |
4 |
General Education Special Instructions
TUX 105 Introduction to Online Education and Learning Technology must be taken in the first session of enrollment. PRS 299 or 290 must be taken in the student’s last session of enrollment in the program. Students must receive a minimum grade of “C” in the undergraduate program capstone course.
Program Core Courses (8 Semester Hours)
| TUX 105 | Introduction to Online Education and Learning Technology | 4 |
| Capstone Project | 4 |
Note: TUX 105 meets the Information Technology General Education requirement; PRS 299 counts toward the 32 credit General Education Requirement.
Program Electives (Semester Hours Vary)
Students entering this program will transfer a minimum of 12 credits from a completed professional certificate, or transfer credit from a military service school, occupation, or rating. The credits remaining after the General Education and Capstone courses are completed must be satisfied through free electives to bring the total degree credits to 60 Semester Hours. The student’s exact number of free electives required will be determined at the time that the transfer credit evaluation is completed by the Registrar’s Office.
Students have the option to complete the No Concentration option or to complete a concentration in Organizational Leadership.