Programs for Displaced Federal Employees Programs for Displaced Federal Employees

Programs for Displaced Federal Employees

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.

 

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Capitalize on your strengths and network in a free two-day workshop May 5 – 6

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Explore short-term training programs and scholarships at our Open House May 6

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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.