Teach-Out
It is the policy of Trident to ensure the viability of each and every one of its program offerings by committing sufficient resources to start and sustain approved programs. It is also the policy of Trident to ensure that no program is terminated or closed without proper and timely notice to students, faculty, and staff. Decisions on continuation or termination of a program will be made only after formal review and careful consideration of findings.
Students in Programs/Concentrations/Certificates/Courses that have been designated as “Teach-Out” will be able to continue and complete their course of study pursuant to their approved degree plan subject to the conditions detailed below.
Program: In the event a decision is made to suspend, retire, or otherwise terminate a program, to the greatest extent possible, Trident will ensure the equitable treatment of students and will make every good faith effort to assist students in completing their respective programs by offering courses until each existing student enrolled in a program completes the program. No new students will be admitted to the program. When appropriate and necessary, reinstated and readmitted students will work with their academic advisor in choosing an alternative program.
Concentration/Certificate: In the event a decision is made to suspend, retire, or otherwise terminate a concentration/certificate, to the greatest extent possible, Trident will ensure the equitable treatment of students and will make every good faith effort to assist students in completing their respective concentrations by offering courses until each existing student enrolled in a concentration completes the concentration. No new students will be admitted to the concentration. Where appropriate and necessary, reinstated and readmitted students shall work with their academic advisor in choosing an alternative concentration/certificate.
Course: In the event a decision is made to suspend or retire a course, to the greatest extent possible, Trident will ensure the equitable treatment of students and will make every good faith effort to assist students in completing their respective programs/concentrations by offering alternative courses. In this case, the student’s degree plan will be amended accordingly.
In instances when courses or programs are no longer available, or changes have been mandated by a state or accrediting body, Trident shall work with affected students to identify substitutions that would not hinder the student from timely graduation.