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Contact: Didi Culp, Program Manager
240.629.7952
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Criminal Justice Area of Concentration within the A.A. in Social Sciences
The Criminal Justice Area of Concentration within the A.A. in Social Sciences introduces students to the highly specialized and sophisticated area of criminal justice. Students are acquainted with the principles underlying technical skills and procedures, administration and operation of criminal justice organizations, and psychological and sociological origins of human behavior.

Students will learn the three major components of the criminal justice system, study the U.S. Constitution and Supreme Court decisions affecting individual rights and law enforcement practices, and learn about the Maryland court system. Criminal justice professionals including police officers, judges, lawyers, and correctional officers will meet with students and bring real-world experience to the classroom.
 
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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Available Scholarships for this Program
  • Michael D. Boyd Scholarship
  • The McCauley Group and J. Scott & Debra McCauley Endowment Fund
  • W. Allen Yingling, Jr. Memorial Endowment Scholarship Fund
  • Contact the program manager for more information regarding scholarships.


Prior Learning Assessment (PLA)

  • MACEM&PS recognize that college-level learning does occur outside of the traditional environment.  Ask the MACEM&PS Program Managers about the extensive opportunities to evaluate your experienced-based learning and how to demonstrate this learning for academic credit.​ Learn more.

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.

 

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.

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Criminal Justice Transfer Pathway 2020-2021

Criminal Justice Transfer Pathway 2019-2020
Criminal Justice Transfer Pathway 2018-2019

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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Paralegals and Legal Assistants
$60,970.00/yr • +1%*
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Police and Detectives
$74,910.00/yr • +4%*
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Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists
$61,800.00/yr • +4%*
*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