Trades & Vocational Training
Explore the building trades industry with hands-on training focusing on blueprints, construction phases, CSI standards, project management, modern construction technology, and more. Gain essential knowledge while building valuable skills with guidance from expert instructors at FCC.
Program Information
Trades & Vocational Training classes at FCC offer an in-depth introduction to the building trades industry. Courses cover the building process from reading blueprints to fundamental phases of construction, the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI), project management, scheduling, estimating, and new construction technology. Whether you are exploring the trades for the first time or adding to your existing skills, these classes deliver practical knowledge from experienced instructors in fully equipped labs at the Monroe Center.
FCC Completion Awards
Receive an FCC Completion Award for each course completed, recognizing your growing skills and commitment to the field.
Academic Credit Conversion
Upon successful completion of select classes and programs, you can apply for academic credit toward a degree, certificate, or transfer program at Frederick Community College.
FCC Workforce Training Certificates
Earning Workforce Training Certificates (WTCs) demonstrates your acquired knowledge,
proven skills, and recognized capabilities in the field, preparing you for direct
entry into the industry. The following programs offer this credential.
Electrical Programs • Foundations & Advanced
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Program Facts
Source: Median annual wage for construction trades helpers in Maryland. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024.
Career Outlook
Earning Potential
Construction trades workers in Maryland earn a median annual wage of $41,730, with experienced workers in building equipment contracting and utility construction earning significantly more. Building foundational skills through FCC trades training positions you for advancement into higher-paying specialized roles in electrical, HVAC, and other trades.
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Industry Growth
The construction industry continues to generate steady demand for entry-level trades workers across Maryland and the Frederick region. As experienced tradespeople retire and residential and commercial construction activity grows, opportunities for workers with foundational trades skills are expected to remain strong through the coming decade.
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Where You Can Work
Construction trades workers find employment with residential and commercial construction companies, building equipment and finishing contractors, specialty trade contractors, utility system construction firms, and facility maintenance operations. The Frederick region's ongoing growth continues to drive local demand for skilled entry-level trades workers.
Browse Trades ClassesSource: Median annual wage for construction trades helpers in Maryland. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024.
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Nick Morgan
Construction & Applied Technologies Institute
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240.629.7902
Ysabell Lopez-Alvarez
Academic Office Manager
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240.629.7912
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Continuing Education & Workforce Development
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