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2018/2019 fcc catalog
Continuing Education & Workforce
Development
The FCC Continuing Education &Workforce
Development team provides programs that reflect
the needs, interests and trends in business and
industry, and programs that promote the personal
and professional growth of the community.
A wide range of non-credit courses are offered in day,
evening, weekend, and online formats that appeal
to people of all ages with busy lifestyles. Continuing
education courses represent leading-edge curricula
and quality instruction. Instructors are generally
field practitioners who bring first-hand knowledge
to the classroom. The courses that provide students
with hands-on training utilize state-of-the-art
equipment. In addition, all courses can be tailored
to the applications of individual businesses through
customized training contracts within parameters
convenient to the companies.
Partnerships
The Continuing Education &Workforce Development
team has developed numerous partnerships in order
to provide the community greater resources and
access to training. Our partners include Frederick
Memorial Healthcare Systems Wellness Center, and
Frederick County Workforce Services. Additional
partnerships to note are: SCORE, Goodwill Monocacy
Valley, Frederick County Chamber of Commerce,
Frederick County Sheriff's Office, Maryland State
Department of Education (MSDE), Maryland
Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), U. S.
Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), FEMA
Independent Study Program and Jacobs Technology,
Inc., U. S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS),
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA),
National Training and Education Division (NTED), and
InfraGrad.
MACEM
The Mid-Atlantic Center for Emergency Management
(MACEM) at FCC provides academic and career
credentials, professional services, community
engagement, and serves as a resource to meet the
challenges of a prepared and resilient nation. For more
information about continuing education or contract
courses, contact 240.629.7970.
Workforce Development &
Career Training
Today’s work environment requires each person to
have a broader range of skills and communication
abilities than ever before.
Workforce development courses are designed in
conjunction with professional organizations, as well
as area businesses and industries. Programs are
intended to enhance and update skills or provide
entry-level career training. Courses include those
which prepare individuals for national certification
and licensing examinations or for recertification/
relicensing. For more information, call 240.629.7905.
FCC Business Solutions
Frederick Community College prepares organizations
and their employees to meet the challenges of a
diverse, global society through quality, accessible,
innovative training, and development.
Business Solutions allows businesses to quickly
and efficiently access training that is tailored to
their specific needs, training that is of professional
quality, competitively priced and is delivered by local
workforce development professionals.
By examining what our customers need, Business
Solutions has established itself as Frederick County’s
premier local training provider.
For more information, call 240.629.7982.
Adult Education Programs
GED Preparation
The college offers adult diploma programs that help
to improve the basic skills needed at work, at home,
and in everyday life.
Courses prepare students to take the GED exam
and earn a high school diploma. Instruction is
given in math, reading, social studies, English,
and writing and is tailored to the skill level of the
student. GED practice tests are available for those
who complete the program and advisement
and counseling are accessible for those who
wish to continue with job training or a college
education. All classes are offered free of charge.
For more information call 240.629.7962.
External Diploma Program
Designed for mature adults who have learned life
skills at work, at home, and in the community, the
External Diploma Program provides an opportunity
to earn a high school diploma through independent
study and portfolio development. Students study
and complete assignments on their own and meet
with advisors/assessors at scheduled weekly sessions.
Tuition for the External Diploma Program is $200. For
more information, call 240.629.7962.
Community Based English as a Second
Language
The college offers English courses for persons who
want to learn or improve their English. Course size
is small to meet the needs of the students. Intensive
instruction is given in listening, speaking, reading
and writing. Students also learn about the American
culture and democracy. Courses are open to adults
over 16. The Beginning and Intermediate courses
are free of charge. There is a charge for Advanced
Level courses. Students are tested to determine
class placement. For academic English as a Second
Language classes, see pages 9 & 171. For more
information call 240.629.7962.
Personal Enrichment
The Personal Enrichment program offers opportuni-
ties for people of all ages to explore new interests and
hobbies, become more self-reliant, develop healthier
lifestyles and enhance life experiences. Course lengths
range from several hours to several weeks.
Check for the latest
list of courses.
Youth Programs
Our Youth Programs offer extensive course
selections for children and adolescents. Courses
build on existing skills while exploring interests and
introducing new ideas. Course lengths range from
several hours to several weeks.
Call 301.846.2661 for more information.