Earn your Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Technology and Innovation online.

The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Technology and Innovation is a 60 semester-credit-hour degree that prepares you to use technology and AI-enabled tools to solve problems, collaborate across teams, and drive innovation in the workplace. The program blends technical skill-building, innovation practices, and professional communication to prepare graduates for entry-level and emerging roles where human creativity and AI capabilities work side by side. 
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Embedded credentials and certificates along the way

At Meritus College, every credential and certificate are milestones that build real-world skills for immediate impact and stack toward your associate degree.

Every learner begins their course of study with an industry-connected, short-term credential of 13 semester-credit-hours, so you gain immediate skills to apply to your career. The industry credential is embedded into the year-long 25 semester-credit-hour Meritus College certificate in the same specialization. You’ll complete the certificate in your second semester, diving deeper into technology and business skills. The semester-long credential and year-long certificate prepare you for external industry credentials from Google or HRCI, helping you build career-relevant expertise immediately. 

In your second year, both credential and certificate build into the Associate of Applied Science in Technology and Innovation. The AAS program is structured for learners to complete the degree in two years, with flexible 8-week terms, career-relevant projects, and our “Workplace as Laboratory” model. 

Coursework at Meritus College builds technical and professional skills across core areas in addition to classes completed as part of your industry credential and certificate. The classes listed below represent sample courses, with full course lists and descriptions available in the academic catalog. 

Choose your entry-level industry credential (13 Units)

Learners must choose one entry-level credential to specialize in. Your selected credential will build to a Meritus College Certificate in the same specialization. Your choices are:

Technology Systems and Security

The Technology Systems & Security Certificate prepares learners for entry-level positions in information technology by providing a broad foundation in computer systems, networking, operating systems, and cybersecurity. Learners gain hands-on experience with hardware, software, and troubleshooting techniques, and learn to provide technical support in a variety of workplace settings. Completion of this certificate also prepares learners for the Google IT Support Professional Certificate or Cybersecurity Professional Certificate, an industry-recognized credential that enhances career readiness in the IT or Cybersecurity fields.
Students must choose one-entry level certificate to specialize in. Options include:

Data Analytics and Insights

The Data Analytics & Insights Certificate provides learners with the foundational knowledge and practical skills required for entry-level roles in data analytics. Learners learn to collect, prepare, analyze, and interpret data using industry-relevant tools and techniques. Coursework emphasizes data cleaning, management, visualization, and presentation, preparing graduates to support data-driven decision-making in a variety of professional contexts. Completion of this certificate also prepares learners for the Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate, enhancing their industry credentials and employability.
Students must choose one-entry level certificate to specialize in. Options include:

Business Operations and People Leadership

The Business Operations and People Leadership Certificate prepares learners for entry-level roles in human resources and organizational operations by providing foundational knowledge in HR functions, project management, and the digital competencies needed in modern workplaces. Learners gain practical experience with core HR practices, including recruitment and compliance, while also developing essential project management skills such as planning, scheduling, workflow coordination, and cross-functional communication. Coursework emphasizes how effective people leadership, project execution, and data-informed decision-making drive organizational strategy and employee development. Completion of this certificate also prepares learners for the Google Project Management Professional Certificate.

Foundations for Success

Coursework designed to bridge the gap between casual tech use and professional mastery, equipping learners with essential workplace tools, a personalized AI toolkit, and the professional habits needed to thrive in high-tech environments. Sample courses include:

Language, Society, and Human Engagement

Coursework designed to master the art of translating data and technical concepts into clear, persuasive, and visually compelling messages for any workplace audience. Sample courses include:

Computational Applications

Coursework designed to transform raw data into actionable insights, equipping learners with the skills to analyze workplace metrics, visualize data trends, and apply user-centric design principles to drive informed business decisions. Sample courses include:

Collaborations

Coursework designed to master the human dynamics of the modern workplace, equipping learners with the skills to lead high-performing teams, navigate complex organizational structures, and build inclusive, collaborative cultures. Sample courses include:

Innovation

Coursework designed to navigate the intersections of workplace technology, ethics, and policy, equipping you to manage technological change, mitigate risk, and design human-centered, AI-forward innovations. Sample courses include:
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Explore the academic catalog for program details and support information

Get a complete look at our programs, policies, learner services, and how Meritus College helps working adults succeed. Download the full catalog to explore your path forward.

Learning outcomes

Meritus College is a new college created to help advance the careers of working adults. As we enroll our first class of learners, our programs are built to prepare you for success, both today and in the future. No matter your path, every program helps you achieve the following outcomes:

Advance economic mobility through career-ready skills

Apply in-demand tools and knowledge that lead to family-sustaining wages and long-term growth.

Apply technical and analytical competencies

Build strong foundations in data literacy, problem-solving, and modern technology.

Use and evaluate AI responsibly

Leverage AI tools to support problem-solving, decision-making, and creative work while evaluating for accuracy, bias, and ethical impact.

Lead and collaborate in diverse professional contexts

Strengthen your leadership, teamwork, and adaptability in both in-person and remote work settings.

Communicate effectively across modalities and audiences

Learn to write, speak, and present with clarity, whether to technical peers or executive stakeholders.

Demonstrate ethical, inclusive, and responsible decision-making

Make thoughtful, equity-minded decisions that consider the impact of your work and technology on people and communities.

Engage in reflective practice and lifelong learning

Develop a growth mindset and a habit of self-reflection to support your ongoing personal and professional growth.

Integrate academic knowledge with real-world application

Apply what you learn in the classroom to your current or future job starting right away.


Navigate and maximize flexible, online learning environments

Gain the self-management skills, digital fluency, and confidence to succeed in modern learning and work environments.

These outcomes are woven through the courses, projects, and coaching conversations you’ll have throughout your time at Meritus College.

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