We understand that facing a career transition can be challenging so we are here to help. With your valuable skills and experience gained as a federal worker, now is the time to retool your federal work experience into opportunity. At Frederick Community College, targeted programs and courses are designed to help you leverage your existing strengths and acquire new skills, allowing you to ground your expertise in the strengths where you excel and embark on a successful new career path. Explore the resources below to discover how we can support your next chapter.
Enroll in affordable, flexible trainings at Fredrick Community College
Short-term Training Program Opportunities
FCC offers a wide range of certificates and degrees. The programs listed below can be completed in less than a year, and these industries are regularly hiring in our region.
| Program |
Duration (Approx) |
Classes start |
MD Median Salary |
Sample Job Titles |
Biotechnology Boot Camp
(non-credit) |
1 month |
Class Date Coming Soon |
$52,000 |
Biological Technician, Associate Scientist, Biostatistician |
CompTIA A+
(non-credit) |
6 months |
Jun 2026, Jul 2026 |
$61,550 |
IT Support Technician, Technical Support Specialist |
Emergency Management
(Academic Certificate) |
1 year |
Flexible schedule, online |
$60,700 |
Emergency Management Specialist, Disaster Recovery Manager, Emergency Planner |
Medical Coding
(non-credit) |
6 months |
Jul 2026 |
$50,250 |
Certified Medical Coder (CPC) |
Paralegal
(Academic Certificate) |
1 year |
Aug 2026 |
$61,010 |
Paralegal |
Real Estate Licensing Preparation
(non-credit) |
3 months |
Aug 2026, Sep 2026, Oct 2026 |
$58,960 |
Real Estate Agent, Leasing Agent |
Surgical Technology
(Associate Degree) |
1 year
(Completable for individuals who have met the required prerequisite) |
Aug 2026 |
$62,480 |
Surgical Technologist, Operating Room Technician, Scrub Tech |
*Source: June 2025 BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook.
Scholarships & Aid
We’re here to help - FCC offers financial assistance opportunities for eligible students including local, state, and federal scholarships. Contact [email protected] for more information.