We understand that facing a career transition can be challenging so we are here to help. With your valuable skills and experience gained as a federal worker, now is the time to retool your federal work experience into opportunity. At Frederick Community College, targeted programs and courses are designed to help you leverage your existing strengths and acquire new skills, allowing you to ground your expertise in the strengths where you excel and embark on a successful new career path. Explore the resources below to discover how we can support your next chapter.
Capitalize on your strengths and network in a free two-day workshop May 5 – 6
Explore short-term training programs and scholarships at our Open House May 6
Enroll in affordable, flexible trainings at Fredrick Community College
Upcoming Events
BMS201: Capitalizing on Your Strengths for Career Satisfaction and Success Workshop (FREE)
May 5 – 6, 2025 • 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The Monroe Center
Navigating career transitions is most effective when grounded in your Dependable Strengths™. In this two-day, intensive, peer-assisted group workshop, you will rediscover the best within yourself with the support of others who are experiencing career transition.
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FCC Career Fair & Training Open House
May 6, 2025, 5:30 pm – 7pm
The Monroe Center
Discover a variety of flexible and affordable career training programs designed to prepare you for employment in high demand industries. Meet our program staff, review upcoming course options, and discover multiple tuition assistance and scholarship opportunities for students enrolling in continuing education and workforce development programs.
Biotechnology • Business • Computers & Technology • Childcare • Healthcare • Hospitality, Culinary & Tourism • Logistics & Production • Real Estate & Home Inspection • Trades & Vocational Training
CAREER WORKSHOP
Participate in a free 30-minute workshop to explore various careers while receiving helpful career-planning tools and expert advice.
CAREER FAIR
Explore new employment opportunities when you meet with local companies currently hiring in specific workforce program areas.
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Short-term Training Program Opportunities
FCC offers a wide range of certificates and degrees. The programs listed below can be completed in less than a year, and these industries are regularly hiring in our region.
Program |
Duration (Approx) |
Classes start |
MD Median Salary |
Sample Job Titles |
Biotechnology Boot Camp
(non-credit) |
1 month |
Jul 2025 |
$51,430 |
Biological Technician, Associate Scientist, Biostatistician |
CompTIA A+
(non-credit) |
5 months |
Aug 2025 |
$61,450 |
IT Support Technician, Technical Support Specialist |
CompTIA Network+ and Security+
(non-credit) |
9 months |
Oct 2025 |
$107,690 |
Network Technician, Network Engineer, Security Administrator |
Emergency Management (Academic Certificate) |
1 year |
Aug 2025, flexible schedule, online |
$60,700 |
Emergency Management Specialist, Disaster Recovery Manager, Emergency Planner |
Medical Coding
(non-credit) |
6 months |
Jun 2025 |
$59,990 |
Certified Medical Coder (CPC) |
Paralegal
(Academic Certificate) |
1 year |
Aug 2025 |
$64,940 |
Paralegal |
Real Estate in Maryland
(non-credit) |
3 months |
Sep 2025 |
$49,300 |
Real Estate Agent, Leasing Agent |
Surgical Technology
(Associate Degree) |
1 year
(Completable for individuals who have met the required prerequisite)
|
Aug 2025 |
$60,700 |
Surgical Technologist, Operating Room Technician, Scrub Tech |
*Source: U.S. Department of Labor CareerOneStop.
Scholarships & Aid
We’re here to help - FCC offers financial assistance opportunities for eligible students including local, state, and federal scholarships. Contact [email protected] for more information.