Dual Enrollment Certificate Program

Dual Enrollment Certificate Program 

You can earn one of four professional certifications as a student in Ó£ÌÒÊÓÆµ's dual enrollment program. Providing college-level learning at greatly reduced tuition rates, Trine's certificates allow you to gain in-demand skills along with industry-recognized credentials, giving you an advantage whether you continue on to college or the workforce.

What opportunities will a certificate provide?

A professional certificate from Trine will give you the qualifications to:

  • Obtain entry-level employment in high-demand fields
  • Stand out on college applications
  • Add value if you choose to complete a college degree
How to begin?
  • To qualify, you’ll need a 3.0 cumulative high school GPA
  • If you are already a Trine Dual Enrollment Student Click Here:
  • If you are a new Trine Dual Enrollment Student complete the and select your interest in our certificate program.
  • A certificate intent form will be emailed to you once your application has been reviewed for admission.
  • ALL certificate courses must be completed at Trine, except for the college algebra prerequisite for the accounting certificate. 
What certificate programs are available?

Ó£ÌÒÊÓÆµ offers the following certificate programs to dual-enrollment students:

The Accounting Certificate will prepare you for jobs in public accounting, private industry, government and non-profit organizations. You also will be equipped to pursue a Bachelor of Science in business administration with a major in accounting.

Coursework explores topics that include processing accounting information, accrual accounting, budgeting, comprehensive accounting theory and practice, basic concepts of tax law, and income tax preparation and research. Students will develop their accounting skills by using tools to complete the accounting cycle, including software applications.

You'll be prepared for these careers:

  • Accounting Clerk
  • Bookkeeper
  • Tax Preparer
  • Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk
  • Payroll Clerk
  • Auditing Clerk

Course Checklist:

Accounting Certificate
Course Credits
UE 111 Online Learning Orientation 1
MA 113 College Algebra
Transfer Credit Eligible
3
AC 203 Accounting I 3
AC 213 Accounting II 3
AC 323 Intermediate Accounting I
Taken during junior or senior year of high school
3
AC 333 Intermediate Accounting II
Taken during junior or senior year of high school
3
AC 423 Personal Income Tax
Taken during senior year of high school
3

The Administrative Professional Certificate will prepare you for organizational and managerial positions in government, law, banking, health care, education, manufacturing, franchising and other areas, or for degree programs where office management and related expertise are essential. You will be equipped to succeed in both small and large employment settings. Coursework can be applied toward a Bachelor of Science in business administration.

You'll be prepared for these careers:

  • Administrative Assistant
  • Executive Assistant
  • Office Manager
  • Receptionist
  • Customer Service Representative
  • Data Entry Clerk
  • Human Resources Assistant
  • Project Coordinator
  • Legal Assistant

Course Checklist:

Administrative Professional Certificate
Course Credits
UE 111 Online Learning Orientation 1
BA 113 Business Computer Applications 3
BA 123 Business Concepts 3
BA 213 Business Spreadsheets 3
COM 213 Business Communication 3
LAW 203 Business Law & Ethics
Taken during senior year of high school
3

The Healthcare Billing and Coding Certificate introduces you to the fundamentals of medical billing and coding, and will prepare you to function in medical billing or coding departments as well as billing or coding facilities. You will be able to recognize the association between the delivery of healthcare services and the need to appropriately secure payment. Coursework can be applied toward a Bachelor of Science in healthcare administration.

You'll be prepared for these careers:

  • Medical Biller
  • Medical Coder
  • Health Information Technician
  • Revenue Cycle Specialist
  • Claims Examiner
  • Coding Compliance Specialist
  • Billing Specialist
  • Medical Office Administrator

Course Checklist:

Healthcare Billing and Coding Certificate
Course Credits
UE 111 Online Learning Orientation 1
BIO 154 Human Body Systems 4
BIO 163 Medical Terminology 3
PHL 353 Ethical Issues in Healthcare 3
HC 273 Healthcare Billing and Coding I
Taken during senior year of high school
3
HC 373 Healthcare Billing and Coding II
Taken during senior year of high school
3

When you complete the Information Systems Certificate, you will be qualified for positions in the information technology (IT) industry. You will explore topics including computer processing, operating systems, using programming to solve complex business problems, networking management, and data management and visualization. Coursework can be applied toward a Bachelor of Science in information systems.

You'll be prepared for these careers:

  • IT Support Specialist
  • Systems Analyst
  • Database Administrator
  • Network Administrator
  • Information Security Analysts
  • Web Developer
  • Project Manager
  • Business Analyst

Course Checklist:

Information Systems Certificate
Course Credits
UE 111 Online Learning Orientation 1
CSIT 103 Intro to Information Systems 3
CSIT 123 Computing Infrastructure Basics 3
CSIT 223 Network Management 3
INF 263 Data Management 3
INF 343 Information Security
Taken during senior year of high school
3
INF 403 Advanced Data Management
Taken during senior year of high school
3