Short-Term
Training
Career training in
less than one year
Building Trades
Business Management
Business Technology
Certification & Licensure
Culinary Arts
Healthcare & Wellness
Information Technology
2016
New Careers Start Here
Short Term Training
Academic Credit
Frederick Community College short-term career
training programs provide essential knowledge,
skills and experience required by today’s highdemand industries. Most training programs can
be completed in less than a year. Affordable
on-campus, off-site and online, programs are
designed to prepare individuals for direct entry into
the workforce. Academic Credit and Continuing
Education & Workforce Development (CEWD)
training programs included in this brochure offer:
Academic students are often earning a
degree, pursuing a career/technical certificate,
taking eligible courses in order to transfer
to another college/university or training for
immediate entry into the workforce. Short
term credit students may be awarded with:
Flexibility: Day, evening and weekend courses
are available on-campus, off-campus and online.
Convenience: Register online anytime and
in person during extended evening hours.
Expertise: Fully immersed in the topic at
hand, experts provide extensive, relevant
instruction to class participants.
We’re Here to Help!
Student Services: To assist you in determining
which program best suits your needs,
admissions, counseling, mentoring, tutoring
and transfer advising services are available.
Program Costs: Visit frederick.edu for
current tuition and fee information. Costs vary
for in-county and out-of-county residents.
Payment is due at the time of registration.
Gainful employment: FCC graduation rates, median
debt of students completing programs and more
available at frederick.edu/gainfulemployment.
Data Sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics: bls.
gov/ooh, Career One Stop: careeronestop.org,
Department of Labor: dol.gov, MD Dept of Labor,
Licensing & Regulation: dllr.state.md.us, National
Center for Competency Testing: ncctinc.com, National
Restaurant Association: restaurant.org, O*Net OnLine:
onetonline.org, Project Management Institute: pmi.
org, U.S. Small Business Administration: sba.gov
FCC Letter of Recognition: Upon successful
completion of 11 or less credits within a specific
program area, student demonstrates basic skills and
knowledge for immediate entry-level employment.
Frederick Community College Certificate:
Upon successful completion of 12 or more credits
within a specialized discipline area, student
demonstrates specific skills and knowledge for
employment in a designated field of work.
Financial Aid: FCC participates in federal, state and
local financial aid programs. Students are encouraged
to apply for these opportunities offered by the
College and community. Financial aid applications
are available in the Financial Aid Office (J301),
or online at www.fafsa.ed.gov, and scholarships
applications are also online at www.frederick.edu.
How to Register
Online: Go to frederick.edu, click Admissions,
complete online credit application and follow
steps through registration process.
In Person:
The Admissions Office,
located in Jefferson
Hall (J Building), is
open Monday through
Thursday 8:30 a.m. to
8:00 p.m., and Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Continuing Education &
Workforce Development
Continuing Education and Workforce Development
(CEWD) training programs encompass valuable
educational opportunities in a variety of
learning environments. While these programs
do not award credits, benefits include:
Affordability: Overall costs are generally lower than
credit programs. Select scholarships are available
and some programs offer extended payment plans.
FCC Certificate of Completion: Upon successful
completion, participants receive a certificate
acknowledging attendance and participation.
Continuing Education Units (CEUs): Many
professionals are required to earn this formal
recognition of program completion to verify
ongoing professional development.
Exam Preparation—Certification and Licensure:
Select short-term training programs serve as official
exam preparation for individuals pursuing professional
certifications or required government licensure.
(Certification, offered by professional associations,
verifies an individual’s expertise. A license is issued
by a state agency to indicate a person has obtained
permission to work in a specific occupation.)
How to Register
Online: Go to frederick.edu/QuickEnroll to
browse, select and register for classes. Select
classes requiring prerequisites and/or program
manager approval may not be available for online
registration. See class descriptions for details.
In Person: New!
The CEWD Registration
Office, now located in the
FCC Conference Center
(E113), is open Monday
through Thursday, 8:30 a.m.
to 8:00 p.m., and Friday
from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Frederick Community College prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information,
marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment.
Frederick Community College makes every effort to accommodate individuals with disabilities. If you have accommodation needs, please call 301.846.2408. To request a sign language interpreter, please
call 240.629.7939 or 301.846.2408 (Voice) or email Interpreting@frederick.edu. Requests for any accommodation should be made at least five working days prior to attending a scheduled event.
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Building Trades
Electrical
HVAC
Welding
Program: Credit or Continuing Education
Related Job Titles:
Program: Credit or Continuing Education
Related Job Titles:
Program: Credit or Continuing Education
Related Job Titles:
• Electrical Helper
• Electrical Apprentice
• HVAC Helper
• HVAC Apprentice
Job Outlook: Employment of electricians is
Job Outlook: Employment of heating,
• Entry-level Brazer
• Entry-level Solderer
• Entry-level Welder
projected to grow 14% from 2014 to 2024. As homes
and businesses require more wiring, electricians will
be needed to install the necessary components.
Median Wage: The median annual wage for
a fully-trained electrician is $51,110. Wages vary based
on experience, skill level and industry of employment.
Description of Work: An electrical
apprentice’s main focus is the accumulation of
on-the-job training while working indoors and
outdoors servicing homes, businesses, factories and
construction sites. On the job, work is performed under
the supervision of experienced electricians. Drilling
holes, setting anchors and attaching conduit are
early responsibilities along with cleaning work areas
and assisting with tool and equipment maintenance.
Tasks later include managing conduit and wiring
installation followed by extensive training in order
to create complete electrical system diagrams.
Successful apprentices consistently work toward
mastering all the main tasks of an electrician.
Training Period:
air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and
installers is projected to grow 14% from 2014 to
2024. Candidates familiar with computers and
electronics and those with good troubleshooting
skills will have the best job opportunities.
Job Outlook: Employment of welders,
Median Wage: The median annual
Median Wage: The median annual wage for
wage of a fully-trained HVAC technician is
$44,630. Wages vary based on experience,
skill level and industry of employment.
Description of Work: Heating, ventilation,
air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC) technicians
work on heating, ventilation, cooling, and refrigeration
systems to provide optimal air quality in many types
of physical structures including homes, businesses,
factories, government facilities and more. On the
job, work is performed under the supervision of
experienced technicians and may include carrying
materials, insulating refrigerant lines or cleaning
furnaces. With experience, additional assigned tasks
may include cutting and soldering pipes and sheet
metal and checking electrical and electronic circuits.
4 months
Training Period:
Credits:
4 months
10 Credits
Credits:
Upon Successful Completion:
10 Credits
FCC Letter of Recognition. Licensing and
apprenticeship requirements vary by
county within the State of Maryland.
Upon Successful Completion:
Program Contact:
Program Contact:
Building Trades
240.629.7985
buildingtrades@frederick.edu
FCC Letter of Recognition. Students are also prepared
for Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certification.
Building Trades
240.629.7985
buildingtrades@frederick.edu
cutters, solderers, and brazers is projected to grow
4% from 2014 to 2024. Despite slower than average
employment growth, skilled welders with up-todate training should have good job opportunities.
a fully-trained welder is $37,420. Wages vary based on
experience, skill level and industry of employment.
Description of Work: Welding, the
process of melting and fusing metal pieces to form
a permanent bond, is applied in construction,
manufacturing, shipbuilding, aerospace applications
and more. Before utilizing equipment to produce a
final product, welders review specifications, calculate
dimensions and inspect structures to be welded.
Soldering and brazing workers use molten metal
to join two pieces of metal. Brazing is often used to
connect thinner metals while soldering is commonly
used to make electronic circuit boards. The type of
work and equipment varies depending on the industry.
Training Period:
4 months
Credits:
8 Credits
Upon Successful Completion:
FCC Letter of Recognition. Opportunity to certify welds
in AWS D1.1 (Structural Welding Code–Steel), 2G and
3G positions.
Program Contact:
Building Trades
240.629.7985
buildingtrades@frederick.edu
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Business Management
Business
Management
Program: Credit
Related Job Titles:
• Customer Service Representative
• Front Line Leader/Supervisor
• Property/Real Estate Manager
• Administrative Assistant
Job Outlook: Employment of administrative
service managers and administrative assistants,
is expected to grow 8% between 2014 and 2024.
Employment growth will vary by occupational specialty.
Those with a combination of related work experience
and computer skills should have the best job prospects.
Median Wage: The median annual
wage for an Administrative Assistant is
$35,540. Wages vary based on experience,
skill level and industry of employment.
Description of Work: Administrative
assistants often work in an office setting and perform
a variety of clerical tasks necessary for organizational
effectiveness. Responsibilities typically include
managing files, utilizing computers, scheduling
appointments, arranging meetings, operating office
equipment and supporting additional staff.
Entrepreneurship
and Small Business
Start-Up
Program: Credit or Continuing Education
Related Job Titles:
• Entrepreneur
• Small Business Owner
Project Management
Program: Credit or Continuing Education
Related Job Titles:
• IT Manager
• Business Manager
• Executive Manager
• Construction Manager
Job Outlook:
Job Outlook: Entrepreneurs are self-
employed. Small business success is dependent
upon a number of factors including the economy,
market demand and trends, strategic management,
planning and more. According to the SBA, America’s
small businesses play a vital role in strengthening
the U.S. economy while creating two out of
every three new jobs in the U.S. each year.
Median Wage: Wages vary based on
the business owner’s experience, skill level
and specific product or service industry.
Description of Work: Business owners
are leaders with responsibilities including market
assessment & planning while managing human
resources, information technology, finances, legal
transactions, property management, marketing
and more.
Employment of management
positions is expected to grow 6% from 2014 to
2024. Certified professionals often have the best
job opportunities. Employment growth will be
driven by the formation of new organizations and
expansion of existing ones, which will require
more workers to manage these operations.
Median Wage: The median annual
wage for a professional in this field is $97,230.
Wages vary based on the manager’s experience,
skill level and industry of employment.
Description of Work: Project
management includes planning, organizing,
motivating, and controlling resources, procedures
and protocols to achieve specific goals. Project
management assistants are primarily responsible
for one aspect of the work, with primary
technical entry-level tasks such as creating,
tracking and updating the schedule while
reviewing documents and writing reports.
Training Period:
Training Period:
Credit: 12 months
Credit: 12 months
Training Period:
Continuing Education: 6 months
Continuing Education: 3 months
Credit: 12 months
Credits:
Credits:
Continuing Education: 3-6 months
24 Credits
24 Credits
Credits:
Upon Successful Completion:
Upon Successful Completion:
24 Credits
Frederick Community College Certificate. Earned
credits may be applied toward an FCC AAS
degree in Business Management or transfer
AA degree in Business Administration.
Frederick Community College Certificate. Students
acquire a thorough understanding of the aspects
and information necessary to start and maintain a
successful business. Earned credits may be applied
toward an AAS degree in Business Management or
transfer AA degree in Business Administration.
Program Contact:
Credit
Marty Crabbs
301.846.2611
mcrabbs@frederick.edu
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Continuing Education
Kathi Groover
301.846.2682
kgroover@frederick.edu
Program Contact:
Credit
Marty Crabbs
301.846.2611
mcrabbs@frederick.edu
Continuing Education
Kathi Groover
301.846.2682
kgroover@frederick.edu
Upon Successful Completion:
Frederick Community College Certificate. Meets a
Project Management Institute (PMI) educational
requirement while preparing students for Project
Management Professional (PMP)® or Certified Associate
in Project Management (CAPM)® credentialing
exam. Earned credits may be applied toward
an FCC AAS degree in Business Management or
transfer AA degree in Business Administration.
Program Contact:
Credit
Marty Crabbs
301.846.2611
mcrabbs@frederick.edu
Continuing Education
Kathi Groover
301.846.2682
kgroover@frederick.edu
Business Technology
Computer Graphics
Program: Credit
Related Job Titles:
• Graphic Designer
• Graphic Artist
• Web Designer
Job Outlook: Employment of graphic
designers is expected to remain steady from 2014 to
2024. Employment for graphic designers specializing
in computer systems design is expected to grow
more than 60 percent over the same period.
Median Wage: The median annual wage for
a graphic designer is $45,900. Wages vary based on
experience, skill level and industry of employment.
Description of Work: Graphic designers
create visual concepts to inspire, inform, or captivate
consumers by combining art and technology to
communicate ideas through images. Graphic designers
develop the layout and design of advertisements,
print materials, product packaging, website design,
and electronic media. Designers work closely with
people in advertising, promotions and public
relations to produce promotional displays, design
company logos and develop signage systems.
Training Period:
12 months
Credits:
25/26 Credits
Upon Successful Completion:
Frederick Community College Certificate
Program Contact:
Lisa Sheirer
301.846.2637
lsheirer@frederick.edu
Computerized
Accounting
Radio Frequency
Technician
Program: Credit
Related Job Titles:
Program: Credit
Related Job Titles:
• Bookkeeper
• Accounting, Auditing or Payroll Clerk
• Accounts Receivable or Accounts Payable Clerk
• Radio Frequency Technician
Job Outlook: In response to the recent
financial crisis, investors are paying increased
attention to the accuracy of corporate books
while stricter regulation in the financial sector is
creating demand for accounting services, thus
creating opportunities for accounting personnel.
Median Wage: The median annual
wage for an accounting professional is
$36,430. Wages vary based on experience,
skill level and industry of employment.
Description of Work: Bookkeeping,
accounting, and auditing clerks process financial
records for organizations by accurately recording,
updating and maintaining financial information,
including expenditures, receipts, accounts payable
and accounts receivable, as well as profit and
loss statements. Responsibilities vary from accounting
clerks handling specific tasks to full-charge
bookkeepers, maintaining an entire company’s
financial books. As organizations continue to
computerize financial records, accounting professionals
must be comfortable using specialized accounting
software to record, calculate and report
on financial data.
Training Period:
12 months
Credits:
24 Credits
Upon Successful Completion:
Frederick Community College Certificate. Courses
may be applied toward a Business Accounting
Certificate or an AAS degree in Accounting. For
students seeking a bachelor degree in Accounting,
an articulation agreement with the University
of Maryland University College (UMUC) ensures
a smooth transfer from FCC to UMUC.
• Radio, Cellular & Tower Equipment Installers
Job Outlook:
Employment of Radio Frequency Technicians is
expected to grow 6% between 2014 and 2024.
Wireless Communications and technology are
rapidly growing industries with wireless broadband communication becoming widely regarded
as the fourth utility. Growth is dependent on
government policy and changes in the economy.
Median Wage: The median annual wage
for a fully-trained Radio Frequency Technician
is $49,880. Wages vary based on experience,
skill level and industry of employment.
Description of Work: Radio Frequency
Technicians repair, install or maintain mobile
or stationary radio transmitting, broadcasting, and receiving equipment, and two-way
radio communications systems used in cellular telecommunications, mobile broadband,
ship-to-shore, aircraft-to-ground communications, and radio equipment in service and
emergency vehicles. Technicians may also
test and analyze network coverage.
Training Period:
4 months
Credits:
10 Credits
Upon Successful Completion
FCC Letter of Recognition
Program Contact:
Dr. Andy Yao
301.846.2410
ayao@frederick.edu
Program Contact:
Mike Martin
301.846.2543
mmartin@frederick.edu
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Certification and Licensure
IT Professional
Certification
Program: Continuing Education
Related Job Titles:
• Computer Programmer
• Computer Systems Analyst
• Network Administrator
• Software Developer
• Web Developer
Job Outlook: Employment of Computer & IT
professionals is projected to grow 12% from 2014
to 2024. This outlook is due to a greater emphasis
on cloud computing, the collection and storage
of big data as well as the continued demand for
mobile computing.
Median Wage: The median annual wage
for a fully-trained computer and IT professional
is $79,390. Wages vary based on experience, skill
level and industry of employment.
Description of Work: Career options
Real Estate &
Home Inspection
Certification
Program: Continuing Education
Related Job Titles:
• Real Estate Broker
• Real Estate Sales Agent
• Home Inspector
Job Outlook: Employment of realtors and
home inspectors is expected to grow 3-8% from 2014
to 2024. Certified professionals often have the best job
opportunities. Employment growth is dependent on
government policy and changes in the economy.
Median Wage: The median annual wage for
a professional in this field is $43,430. Wages vary based
on experience, skill level and industry of employment.
Description of Work: Real estate brokers
and sales agents help clients buy, sell, and rent properties. Although brokers and agents do similar work,
brokers are licensed to manage their own real estate
businesses. Sales agents must work with a real estate
broker. Home Inspector assess the electrical, heating, plumbing, and structural systems in houses and
ensures construction meets local and national building
codes and ordinances, zoning regulations, and contract
specifications.
within the industry include opportunities to
design and build data communication networks,
invent and design new approaches to computing
technology, write and test computer code, provide
users with help and advice, design information
systems solutions, plan and carry out security
measures, oversee the daily operation of networks,
develop computer applications and more.
Training Period:
Training Period:
3 months
6-8 months
Upon Successful Completion:
Upon Successful Completion:
FCC Certificate of Completion. Students are prepared
to take state certification exams. Home Inspection
Pre-Licensure course meets the requirements for home
inspection pre-licensure for the state of Maryland.
Principles and Practices of Real Estate in Maryland is
required to take the MD Real Estate Exam.
Students are prepared for industry certification
from international industry leaders including Cisco
and Computing Technology Industry Association
(CompTIA).
Program Contact:
Adrienne Summers
Kathi Groover
240.629.7987
301.846.2682
asummers@frederick.edu kgroover@frederick.edu
Veterinary Assistant
Program: Continuing Education
Related Job Titles:
• Animal Care & Service Worker
• Laboratory Animal Caretaker
Job Outlook: Employment of veterinary
assistants is expected to grow 9% from 2014 to 2024.
Fast industry growth is affected by changes in the pet
population and advancements in veterinary medicine.
Median Wage: The median annual wage for
a veterinary assistant is $23,790 per year. Wages vary
based on experience, skill level and responsibilities.
Description of Work: Veterinary assistants
and laboratory animal caretakers look after nonfarm
animals in laboratories, animal hospitals and clinics.
Routine tasks, performed under the supervision of
a veterinarian, include taking vital signs, feeding,
administering medication, providing emergency
first aid, cleaning and maintaining equipment and
more. Veterinary assistants work in clinics and animal
hospitals, assisting veterinarians, technicians and
technologists providing medical care to animals.
Training Period:
8-9 months
Upon Successful Completion:
FCC Certificate of Completion.
Program Contact:
Adrienne Summers
240.629.7987
asummers@frederick.edu
Program Contact:
Adrienne Summers
240.629.7987
asummers@frederick.edu
Additional career training and industry exam preparation programs:
Pesticide Use, EPA 608/CFC, OSHA, Stationary Engineer, Electrician/Journeyman, SHRM®, Praxis Series®, ServSafe®
CompTIA, CCNA, AutoCAD, Revit, CDL-B Training, Forklift Safety • Visit Frederick.edu/QuickEnroll to learn more.
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Child Care
Child Care
Preschool Teacher
Child Care Preschool
& School Age Teacher
Program: Credit or Continuing Education
Related Job Titles:
Program: Credit or Continuing Education
Related Job Titles:
• Childcare Lead Teacher
• Preschool Teacher
• Teacher Assistant
• Infant and Toddler Teacher
• Before and After School Program Teacher
• Teacher Assistant
• Preschool Lead Teacher
Job Outlook: Employment of child
care professionals is expected to grow 7% from
2014 to 2024.. The increasing focus on early
childhood education, together with the rising
number of children requiring care, continues to
raise the demand for child care professionals.
Median Wage: The median hourly wage for
a child care teacher is $13.52. Wages vary
based on experience, skill level
and place of employment.
Description of Work: Child care
teachers and assistants nurture, teach and care for
preschool children either in their home, in the homes
of the children’s families or in a child care center.
Early child care teachers focus on caregiving and
attending to children’s health, safety and nutrition
while organizing activities to stimulate each child’s
physical, emotional, intellectual and social growth.
Job Outlook: Employment of child
care professionals is expected to grow 7% from
2014 to 2024. The increasing focus on early
childhood education, together with the rising
number of children requiring care, continues to
raise the demand for child care professionals.
Median Wage: The median annual
wage for a preschool and school-age teacher
is $28,120. Wages vary based on experience,
skill level and place of employment.
Description of Work: Child care teachers
4 months
nurture, care for and teach preschool and school-age
children either in their own home, in the homes of
the children’s families or in a child care center. Child
care teachers focus on caregiving and attending
to children’s health, safety and nutrition while
organizing activities to stimulate each child’s physical,
emotional, intellectual and social growth. Child
care teachers create and implement infant, toddler,
preschooler and school-age programs for children.
Credits:
Training Period:
6 Credits
4 months
Upon Successful Completion:
Credits:
FCC Letter of Recognition. Required courses (in both
the Credit and Continuing Education programs) meet
the Maryland State Department of Education, Office
of Child Care and Maryland Child Care Credential
Program requirements for the position of child care
teacher. A minimum ‘C’ grade is required to receive the
Child Care Preschool Teacher Letter of Recognition.
12 Credits
Training Period:
Program Contact:
Credit:
Delaine Welch
301.846.2559
dwelch@frederick.edu
Continuing Education:
Adrienne Summers
240.629.7987
asummers@frederick.edu
Upon Successful Completion:
FCC Letter of Recognition. Required courses (in both
the credit and continuing education programs) meet
the Maryland State Department of Education, Office of
Child Care and Maryland Child Care Credential Program
requirements for the position of child care teacher.
A minimum ‘C’ grade is required to receive the Child
Care Preschool & School Age Teacher Certificate.
Program Contact:
Credit:
Delaine Welch
301.846.2559
dwelch@frederick.edu
Continuing Education:
Adrienne Summers
240.629.7987
asummers@frederick.edu
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Culinary Arts
Culinary Skills
Program: Credit
Related Job Titles:
• Food Preparation Worker
• Prep or Line Cook
• Food Service Supervisor
Job Outlook: Employment is expected
to grow 6% from 2014 to 2024. Restaurant job
creation has outpaced total U.S. employment
growth by more than 35% in the past two years,
marking the 14th straight year restaurant-industry
employment will outpace overall employment.
Median Wage: The median hourly wage for
a food preparation worker is $9.40. Wages vary based
on experience, skill level and place of employment.
Description of Work: Food preparation
workers, performing routine tasks under the guidance
of cooks or food supervisors, are employed by
restaurants, grocery stores and caterers as well as
companies providing food services to the healthcare
industry, school systems, businesses and government
entities. Work hours include days, evenings, weekends
and holidays in fast-paced, customer-focused
environments. Success depends a worker’s ability
to effectively communicate in a pleasant manner
while interacting with staff and meeting the needs
of guests. Additional qualities for success include
reliability, dedication and a willingness to work hard.
Training Period:
12 months
Credits:
18 Credits
Certification:
Frederick Community College Certificate. Students are
also eligible to take the National Restaurant Association
Educational Foundation (NRAEF) Applied Food Service
Sanitation exam.
Program Contact:
Elizabeth DeRose
301.846.2404
ederose@frederick.edu
Hospitality
Management
Program: Credit
Related Job Titles:
• Lodging Managers
• Food & Beverage Managers
• Event Coordinators
Job Outlook: Employment of food service
managers is expected to grow 5% from 2014 to
2024. Restaurant job creation has outpaced total U.S.
employment growth by more than 35% in the past
two years, marking the 14th straight year restaurantindustry employment will outpace overall employment.
Median Wage: The median annual wage for
a hospitality manager is $48,560. Wages vary based
on experience, skill level and place of employment
Description of Work: Food service
and lodging managers are responsible for customer
satisfaction and daily operations in restaurants, food
service establishments, hotels, resorts and family
attractions. The scope of work includes but is not
limited to customer relations, human resources
management, administrative tasks, facility maintenance
and coordination of outside vendors. Hours at work
include days, evenings, weekends and holidays in fastpaced customer-focused environments. Successful
managers effectively communicate in a pleasant
manner while interacting with staff and meeting the
needs of guests. Additional qualities for success include
reliability, dedication and a willingness to work hard.
Training Period:
12 months
Credits:
26 Credits
Certification:
Frederick Community College Certificate. Students are
also eligible to take the National Restaurant Association
Educational Foundation (NRAEF) Applied Food Service
Sanitation exam.
Program Contact:
Elizabeth DeRose
301.846.2404
ederose@frederick.edu
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Healthcare
Medical Scribe
Program: Credit
Related Job Title:
• Medical Secretary
Job Outlook: Employment of medical
scribes and secretaries is expected to grow 23%
from 2014 to 2024. Medical scribes are an emerging
profession brought about by the increased workload
of physicians and need for additional administrative
assistance and documentation for EMR regulations,
health reform legislation (ACA) and more.
Median Wage: The median annual wage
for a medical scribe is $30,785. Wages vary based on
experience, skill level and place of employment.
Description of Work: A medical scribe’s
primary duties are chart physician-patient encounters
in real-time during medical exams in a clinic, physician
office, urgent care or emergency room. Medical scribes
also generate referral letters for physicians, manage
and sort medical documents within the EHR system,
and assist with e-prescribing. Medical scribes enable
physicians, medical assistants and nurses to focus
on patient in-take and care during clinic hours.
Training Period:
5 months
Credits:
9 Credits
Upon Successful Completion:
FCC Letter of Recognition
Program Contact:
Karen Wilson
301.624.2848
kawilson@frederick.edu
Sterile Processing
Technician
Program: Continuing Education
Related Job Titles:
• Central processing technician
• Sterile processing and distribution technician
• Central service technician
• Central sterile supply technician
• Surgical processing technician
Job Outlook: According to the US Bureau
of Labor Statistics employment of sterile processing
technicians is expected to grow 14% from 2014
to 2024, much faster than average for most
occupations. Sterile processing technicians are a
critical part of the behind the scenes healthcare
team as hospitals and surgery centers strive to
control the spread of preventable infection.
Median Wage: The median hourly
wage of sterile processing technicians is $15$20 per hour with room for growth.
Description of Work: Sterile processing
technicians work behind the scenes in hospitals,
surgical centers or surgical medical practices to clean,
organize, wrap and package, and sterilize used surgical
instruments and other medical supplies so they can be
safely redistributed and reused in future procedures.
Training Period:
Fitness/Personal
Trainer
Program: Credit or Continuing Education
Related Job Titles:
• Personal Trainer
• Fitness Trainer
• Fitness Instructor
Job Outlook: Employment of fitness
trainers and instructors is projected to grow 8%
from 2014 to 2024. As businesses, government,
and insurance organizations continue to recognize
the benefits of health and fitness programs for
their employees, incentives to join gyms or other
types of health clubs is expected to increase
the need for fitness trainers and instructors.
Median Wage: The median annual wage
for a personal trainer is $34,980. Wages vary based
on experience, skill level and place of employment.
Description of Work: Fitness/Personal
Trainers work in health clubs and centers, or in
private residences and companies, and help people
of all ages and skill levels improve their fitness.
Fitness/Personal trainers and instructors motivate,
lead and instruct individuals or groups in exercise
activities, strength training, and stretching.
Training Period:
3-7 months (60 hours of class, 100 hours of externship)
Credit: 9 months full time; 18 months part time
Continuing Education: 2 months
Requirement:
Credits:
Student must be 18 years of age or older.
Upon Successful Completion:
FCC Certificate of Completion. Students are
prepared to sit for the Sterile Processing Technician
certification exam offered by the Certification
Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution, Inc.
(CBSPD) or the Certified Registered Central Service
Technician (CRCST) certification exam offered by
the International Association of Healthcare Central
Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM).
Program Contact:
Danielle Stoffer
240.629.7904
dstoffer@frederick.edu
23/24 credits
Upon Successful Completion:
Credit: Frederick Community College Certificate. Students
are prepared for the NASM certification exam.
Continuing Education: FCC Certificate of Completion.
Students are prepared for the W.I.T.S. certification exam.
Program Contact:
Credit
Jan Sholes
301.846.2503
jsholes@frederick.edu
Continuing Education
Adrienne Summers
240.629.7987
asummers@frederick.edu
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Healthcare
Certified Nursing
Assistant/Geriatric
Nursing Assistant
Program: Continuing Education
Related Job Titles:
• Nurse Aides and Assistants
• Geriatric Aides and Assistants
• Assistive Personnel and Hospital Attendants
Job Outlook: Employment for nursing
assistants is expected to grow 18% from 2014 to
2024. Growth in the demand for Healthcare services
is leading to increased opportunities for nursing
assistants in hospitals, nursing homes and clinics.
Median Wage: The median hourly wage
for a Certified Nursing Assistant is $10-$15. Wages
vary based on the assistant’s experience, skill level,
responsibilities and place of employment.
Description of Work: Nursing assistants
care for hospital patients and long-term care residents
by assisting with daily routines, measuring vital signs
and recording medical information. Depending on
state regulations, aides and attendants may dispense
medication. An occupation requiring 24-hour a day
staffing, work hours include days, nights, weekends
and holidays. Nursing assistants work under the
supervision of licensed, registered nurses.
Training Period:
3-5 months (165 Hours)
Requirements:
• Student must be 18 years of age or older
• Successful completion of Intro to Healthcare
Careers, Intro to Allied Health Skills and CPR
for Healthcare Providers
• Test out of/exempt from EN52 & ESL99
• Negative TB Test / Chest X-ray
• Physical exam and background investigation
Upon Successful Completion:
FCC Certificate of Completion. Students are
prepared for the state exam with the Maryland
Board of Nursing as well as the National Geriatric
Nursing Assistant exam with the American Red
Cross (which may transfer to additional states.)
Program Contact:
Danielle Stoffer
240.629.7904
dstoffer@frederick.edu
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Phlebotomy
Technician
Program: Continuing Education
Related Job Titles:
• Clinical Laboratory Technician
• Medical Technician
• Venipuncturist
• Phlebotomist
Job Outlook: According to the U.S.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of medical
laboratory technicians is expected to grow 25%
from 2014 to 2024, much faster than average for all
occupations. A rising number of older Americans
is increasing the need for laboratory procedures
to diagnose medical conditions in older adults.
Median Wage: The median annual
wage for a Phlebotomy Technician is $29,730.
Wages vary based on the technician’s
experience, skill level and responsibilities.
Description of Work: A phlebotomy
technician is an integral member of the medical
laboratory team as a patient’s only contact with the
medical laboratory. The technician’s primary function
is the collection of blood samples from patients by
venipuncture or microtechniques. Technicians also
facilitate the transportation of laboratory specimens,
and often draw blood for transfusions, donations
and research. The need to assure quality and
patient safety mandates strict professional behavior
and standards of practice for phlebotomists.
Pharmacy Technician
Program: Continuing Education
Related Job Titles:
• Pharmacy Technician
Job Outlook: According to the Bureau of
Labor Statistics, employment of pharmacy technicians
is projected to grow 9% from 2014 to 2024, faster
than the average for all occupations. Pharmacy
technicians will be expected to take on a greater
role in pharmacy operations as pharmacists are
increasingly performing more patient care activities.
Median Wage: The median annual wage
for a Pharmacy Technician is $29,810. Wages in
surgical and general hospital pharmacy settings
are generally higher than retail pharmacy.
Description of Work: Pharmacy
technicians work under the supervision of licensed
pharmacists to dispense prescription medication
to customers or health professionals. They may
collect patient information, compound and mix
medications, operate automated dispensing
equipment, organize inventory and perform
customer service responsibilities. Pharmacy
technicians work in retail and independent
pharmacies, hospitals and compounding labs.
Training Period:
6-12 months including clinical externship
Requirements:
6-8 months (175 hours)
• High School Diploma/GED
• At least 18 years of age at time of registration
• Successful completion of Professional
Preparation in Healthcare
Requirements:
Upon Successful Completion:
• S tudent must be 18 years of age or older
• S uccessful completion of Intro to Healthcare
Careers, Intro to Allied Health Skills and
CPR for Healthcare Providers
• Test out of/exempt from EN52 & ESL99
• Negative TB Test / Chest X-ray
• P hysical exam and background investigation
FCC Certificate of Completion. Students are prepared
for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board
(PTCB) Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam.
Training Period:
Upon Successful Completion:
FCC Certificate of Completion. Students
are prepared for the American Society
for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Exam.
Program Contact:
Danielle Stoffer
240.629.7904
dstoffer@frederick.edu
Program Contact:
Danielle Stoffer
240.629.7904
dstoffer@frederick.edu
Healthcare
Healthcare Practice
Management
Program: Credit
Related Job Titles:
• Administrative Assistant
• Medical Office Administrator
• Medical Transcriptionist
• Medical Coder
• Medical Biller
• Medical Office Manager
Job Outlook: Employment of medical
secretaries is projected to grow 15% from 2014 to 2024.
Employment growth will be driven by rapid growth
of the healthcare and social assistance industries.
Median Wage: The median annual wage for
a healthcare practice manager is $35,900. Wages vary
based on experience, skill level and responsibilities.
Description of Work: Medical Practice
Management positions provide administrative
support to Healthcare providers and staff in a
Healthcare setting. Tasks include medical transcription,
billing and coding as well as documenting
patient information, scheduling appointments,
coordinating meetings, operating office equipment
and managing supplies inventories. Specialists
are required to understand medical terminology,
insurance processes and common practices
within the medical industry. Responsibilities
vary by experience, job title and specialty.
Training Period:
10-13 months
Credits:
27 credits
Upon Successful Completion:
Frederick Community College Certificate. Students
are prepared for the National Certification Medical
Office Assistant (NCMOA) exam administered by the
National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).
Program Contact:
Karen Wilson
301.624.2848
kawilson@frederick.edu
Medical Assistant
Program: Credit
Related Job Titles:
• Medical Office Administration
• Medical Transcriptionist
• Medical Records Specialist
• Clinical Medical Assistant
Job Outlook: Employment of medical
assistants is expected to grow 23% from 2014 to
2024. As the Healthcare industry continues to expand,
physicians are hiring medical assistants with the ability
to perform both administrative and clinical duties.
Median Wage: The median hourly wage
of Medical Assistants is $14.41. Wages vary based
on experience, skill level and responsibilities
Description of Work: Under the
direct supervision of physicians and licensed
providers, medical assistants care for patients while
providing administrative support in a Healthcare
setting. Clinical duties may include performing
diagnostic procedures, collecting and performing
various laboratory tests and administering medications.
Administrative tasks include utilizing medical software
to complete medical transcription, billing and coding
activities. Medical assistant responsibilities vary by
state and medical practice.
Training Period:
10-13 months
Credits:
33-34 credits
Upon Successful Completion:
Frederick Community College Certificate. Students
are prepared for the National Certification in
Medical Assisting (NCMA) exam administered by the
National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).
Program Contact:
Karen Wilson
301.624.2848
kawilson@frederick.edu
Medical Billing
and Coding
Program: Continuing Education
Related Job Titles:
• Medical Records Technician
• Health Information Technician
• Medical Billing Specialist
• Medical Coding Specialist
Job Outlook: Employment of health
information technicians is projected to grow 15%
from 2014 to 2024. As Electronic Health Record
(EHR) systems continue to become more common,
prospects will be best for technicians with computer
skills and health information certification.
Median Wage: The median hourly wage
of medical billing and coding professionals
is $15-$20. Wages vary based on experience,
skill level and place of employment.
Description of Work: Medical billers
review medical records, calculate charges for
patients’ medical care, prepare itemized statements,
and track patient accounts. Medical coders collect
provider charges and patient data to ensure claims
are submitted to insurance carriers accurately and
efficiently. Medical coders locate and identify codes
for provider procedures and diagnosis using current
coding protocols for third party billing purposes.
Medical billers and coders work for physician’s
offices, medical practices, hospitals, insurance
companies or as independent contractors.
Training Period:
6 months (100 hours)
Requirement:
Completion of a Medical Terminology Course
Upon Successful Completion:
FCC Certificate of Completion.
Program Contact:
Danielle Stoffer
240.629.7904
dstoffer@frederick.edu
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7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, Maryland 21702
Locations FCC classes are held on the college’s main
campus, at the Monroe Center, online and off-site at
various class-specific locations throughout the county.
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