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Contact: Jason Deater, Assistant Dean of Legal & Public Safety • • 301.846.2687 Admissions: Jefferson Hall (1st floor) • • 301.624.2716 Career & Academic Planning Services: Jefferson Hall (2nd floor) • • 301.846.2478 Financial Aid: Jefferson Hall (3rd floor) • • 301.846.2620
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Paralegal A.A.S. Degree
The Paralegal A.A.S. program combines general education courses with specialized law courses to provide students with a wide variety of knowledge and skills. Students who complete the program will receive an A.A.S. degree, and while the primary goal of this program is to prepare students for employment in the legal field, course credits may also be transferred to a four-year college or university to pursue a bachelor’s degree.

The Paralegal program is nationally recognized by the American Association for Paralegal Education (AAfPE) and has a chapter of Lambda Epsilon Chi – the Paralegal Honor Society. Please visit their website to learn more information about this prestigious recognition.

Internship Program
Internships help students integrate what is taught in school with what is required in the workplace. Students take internships to develop knowledge and skills valued by employers. At FCC, students in certain programs are eligible to receive credit for internships.

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A drug screening and/or criminal background check is often required to obtain and maintain employment in this career field. Individuals whose criminal histories may interfere with their ability to secure employment should discuss any questions with FCC faculty.
 
*To view curriculum requirements for all previous catalog years and pathways for previous catalog years from 2021-2022 forward, please see previous catalog versions. If there are Pathways for years prior to 2021-2022, they will be listed by clicking the Archived Pathway button.

 

Paralegal Certificate
The Paralegal Certificate program is designed for individuals already in this field of employment who wish to increase their opportunities by acquiring college credentials. In addition, individuals who already have a degree in another field may be able to improve their employment opportunities. This certificate program offers a more condensed curriculum consisting of law-related courses.

This Paralegal Program is nationally recognized by the American Association for Paralegal Education (AAfPE) and has a chapter of Lambda Epsilon Chi – the Paralegal Honor Society. Please visit their website to learn more information about this prestigious recognition.
 
Internship Program
Internships help students integrate what is taught in school with what is required in the workplace. Students take internships to develop knowledge and skills valued by employers. At FCC, students in certain programs are eligible to receive credit for internships.

Learn More
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Important information about the educational debt, earnings, and completion rates of students who attended this program.

A drug screening and/or criminal background check is often required to obtain and maintain employment in this career field. Individuals whose criminal histories may interfere with their ability to secure employment should discuss any questions with FCC faculty.

 
*To view curriculum requirements for all previous catalog years and pathways for previous catalog years from 2021-2022 forward, please see previous catalog versions. If there are Pathways for years prior to 2021-2022, they will be listed by clicking the Archived Pathway button.

 

Access to Justice
Develops paralegals qualified to perform legal services under supervision to assist self-help center, private pro bono, or limited scope attorneys.

Promotes access to justice to low- and moderate-income people in crisis. Offers specialized training that incorporates field placement to connect trained paralegals with legal professionals offering no cost/low cost services.
*To view curriculum requirements for all previous catalog years and pathways for previous catalog years from 2021-2022 forward, please see previous catalog versions. If there are Pathways for years prior to 2021-2022, they will be listed by clicking the Archived Pathway button.

 

Frederick County Public School students are eligible to receive free tuition and fees through Dual Enrollment at FCC for some courses taken during Fall or Spring semesters. FCPS students participating in dual enrollment may obtain required textbooks and materials at the FCC bookstore at no cost to the student. Students should speak with their high school counselor first if they plan to enroll in FCC courses or programs.

 

To find more information about how credits may transfer from Frederick Community College to a state four-year institution visit ARTSYS or consult a College advisor.  

Frederick Community College has articulation agreements with the following institutions, allowing students a seamless transfer experience. Students who plan to transfer should speak with an advisor or program manager from their chosen transfer institution before selecting elective courses.
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$60,970.00/yr • +1%*
*Median pay, projected job growth or decline from 2023-2033. Data source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, May 2023 Edition.
Admissions: Jefferson Hall (1st floor) • • 301.624.2716 Advising: Jefferson Hall(2nd floor) • • 301.846.2471 Financial Aid: Jefferson Hall (3rd floor) • • 301.846.2620
Paralegal Contact: Jason Deater Assistant Dean of Legal & Public Safety Room: Annapolis Hall A-107-E Email: Phone: 301.846.2687
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Advising: Jefferson Hall 2nd floor Email: Phone: 301.846.2478
Financial Aid: Jefferson Hall 3rd floor Email: Phone: 301.846.2620