Advising
Academic Advising
D Building, First Floor • Room D-212
Ext. 3728 • advising@triton.edu
Academic advisors are available to assist students with academic planning and registration processes. Advising at Triton College is an interactive partnership between advisors and students. Advisors facilitate a smooth transition for incoming students through course placement, registration, academic planning and assistance with obtaining relevant information and services. Advisors nurture students' academic habits such as goal-setting and attainment, self-awareness and responsible decision making. Advisors are available by appointment or during drop-in hours. To schedule an appointment with an advisor, visit triton.edu/advising.
Advisors offer the following services designed to assist students in reaching their educational goals.
• Class registration: Assistance with selecting appropriate courses, adding or dropping classes from schedule.
• Academic Planning: Provide examples and guidance on creating an Academic Plan to help guide you through your time at Triton College. Academic plans are best completed via appointments with your specific advisor.
• Academic Programs: Speak with your advisor regarding an area of study, to explore different program opportunities or update your academic program.
• Campus Referral: Assistance with academic-related issues.
• Waivers/Petitions: Help with a placement test waiver or general petition.
• Free Workshops and Events: Offers a variety of workshops and events free of cost for Triton students.
College Readiness Courses
COL 102, Embracing the College Experience is a three-credit-hour course designed to prepare students and help them navigate the college experience. CSG 150, Career/Life Planning is a one-credit-hour course designed to enhance personal growth and career decision-making skills. CSG 296, Special Topics in Counseling, is a credit course on selected topics in the areas of counseling and may vary from semester to semester. The course may be repeated a maximum of four times when topics are different. All of these courses can be used as electives towards graduation.