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2016/2017 fcc catalog
Psychology
A.A. Degree (Transfer) An Option of Arts & Sciences
Designed to provide students the opportunity to continue their education
beyond the community college. Characteristic of this option is the acquiring
of knowledge and skills related to working with individuals in providing for
their emotional and psychological needs.
• Students must complete their creditEnglish and Mathematics within the first
24 credits.
• One general education course must meet thecultural competence
graduation requirement (list page 43).
• CORE: The General Education CORE(page 42) is that foundation of the
higher education curriculum providing a coherent intellectual experience for
all students. Students should check with an advisor or the transfer institution
(ARTSYS) before selecting General Education CORE requirements. http://artsys.
Course Credits
English
EN 101 English Composition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Mathematics
Mathematics Elective (GenEd course list)(MA 201 or MA 206 recommended) 3/4
Social & Behavioral Sciences
Social & Behavioral Sciences Electives (GenEd course list) selected
from different disciplines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Arts & Humanities
Arts & Humanities Electives (GenEd course list)
​Three courses, one selected from each area: Arts, ​Humanities
(recommend world language) and ​Communications . . . . . . . . . 9
Biological & Physical Sciences (One lab course required)
​Two courses, one of which must be a lab science (GenEd Course List) ​
Biological & Physical Science Lab Course (recommend BI 101) . . . . . 4
​Biological & Physical Science (recommend BI 117 or BI 107) . . . . . . 3/4
General Education Elective (Select from GenEd course list) . . . . . . . 3
PE/Health Requirement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Departmental Requirements
PS 101 General Psychology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
​PS 202 Social Psychology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
​PS 206 Abnormal Psychology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
​ED/PS 208 Human Growth and Development . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Electives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Students should check with an advisor or the transfer
institution (ARTSYS) before selecting their electives.
Depending on the transfer institution, recommended
electives might include: PS 204, PS 205, PS 207, PS 209,
SO 101, SO 102, SO 202, or world language
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Transfer Note:
FCC has articulation agreements with the following institutions for students
completing their Associate degree and who are looking for transfer
opportunities. For more information, contact the Counseling & Advising Office
at 301.846.2471
• University of Maryland University College – B.S. Psychology
• University of Maryland Baltimore at Shady Grove – B.S. Psychology
Real Estate *
(Continuing Education)
Real Estate Agent
If being a Real Estate Agent interests you, and you’re planning to take the
Maryland Real Estate Licensing Examination, this program helps you become
a Real Estate Agent. You must attend all course hours and receive a 70% or
better on the final exam to receive a certificate that enables you to take the
state exam.
Course Requirement
REA203 Principles and Practices of Real Estate
FCC and the Frederick County Association of REALTORS® have partnered to
provide real estate agents with a comprehensive assortment of classes to help
real estate agents maintain state licensure and acquire skills important for the
real estate profession. These classes are open to all real estate agents. Review
the Continuing Education schedule for a current course offerings.
Home Inspection Pre-Licensure
With more home buyers using home inspectors, the profession has grown
rapidly. Our training covers definitions, descriptions, inspection methods, and
health and safety concerns. You must attend all course hours to be eligible to
sit for the State of Maryland’s license exam.
Course Requirement
CPD323 Home Inspection Pre-Licensure
Maryland Home Improvement Contractor
This class assists you in taking the Maryland Home Improvement Contractors
exam. Learn about regulations, Door-To-Door Sales Act, and home
improvement and business and employee laws.
Course Requirement
TRD200 Maryland Home Improvement Contractors License Exam Prep
* Noncredit courses. Fee structure for the above courses is subject to change.
Consult the current Continuing Education class schedule. Courses not eligible for financial aid.