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Welcome to Biotechnology at FCC
Biotechnology Career Programs
Open to Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) high school juniors and seniors, Biotechnology Career Programs offer hands-on training and real-world experiences to students interested in pursuing a biotechnology career.
Academic Credit Programs Workforce Training Programs
Following successful completion, opportunities include a full-time apprenticeship after high school graduation, which will pay for an associate degree at FCC, and potential employment at companies including Kite, Lonza, Texcell and VaLogic.
Academic Credit Programs
Fall 2025 Biotechnology Internship Program • FCPS Juniors & Seniors • FREE
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday • 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. • August 23 - December 13, 2025
Dual Enrollment • FCPS Juniors & Seniors
Earn your high school diploma and college credits simultaneously.
Get a head start on your college education through the Dual Enrollment program. FCPS students can start taking college classes at FCC towards earning a biotechnology degree while still in high school. Frederick County Public School students may receive free tuition through Dual Enrollment at FCC for all courses.
DUAL ENROLLMENT | Learn More
Biological Technician Apprenticeship • Incoming FCC Freshmen
Receive on-the-job training while earning income and a degree
In this program, you can earn a Biotechnology A.A.S. degree while receiving on-the-job training in the local biotech industry. As an apprentice, you can earn income while your employer pays for your education.
APPRENTICESHIPS | Learn More
Workforce Training Programs
BTC103: Biotech Pre-apprenticeship • FCPS Graduating Class of 2025 • FREE
Monday through Thursday • 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. • June 16 to June 27, 2025
FCPS students graduating in the spring are invited to participate in this two-week summer program delivering an introduction to the local biotech industry. In addition to exploring the world of biotechnology at Frederick Community College, the program includes opportunities to earn industry-recognized credentials and utilize program support to gain an entry-level position in the local workforce.
TWO-WEEK SUMMER PROGRAM | Interest Form
PRD135: Biotech Summer Research Experience • Ages 16+ • $350*
Monday through Friday • 12:00 to 3:10 p.m. • June 16 to July 11, 2025 (Skip July 4)
A Note for FCPS High School Students
Frederick County Public School (FCPS) students may receive free tuition through Dual Enrollment at Frederick Community College (FCC) for all courses. Scholarships may be available to cover program fees, materials, and books for select programs. Students are encouraged to first speak with their high school counselor if they plan to enroll in an FCC academic credit or Workforce Development course or program at the College.
Biotechnology Career Programs
Open to Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) high school juniors and seniors, Biotechnology Career Programs offer hands-on training and real-world experiences to students interested in pursuing a biotechnology career.
Academic Credit Programs Workforce Training Programs
Following successful completion, opportunities include a full-time apprenticeship after high school graduation, which will pay for an associate degree at FCC, and potential employment at companies including Kite, Lonza, Texcell and VaLogic.
Academic Credit Programs
Fall 2025 Biotechnology Internship Program • FCPS Juniors & Seniors • FREE
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday • 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. • August 23 - December 13, 2025
Participate in an internship that could lead to high-wage, high-skill, in-demand careers in the biotech industry.
INTERNSHIP | Interest Form - Earn industry recognized credentialing
- Earn two high school credits that count toward high school attendance and graduation
- Attend your home high school in the morning and FCC in the afternoon
- Earn six dual enrollment FCC credits
- BIOT 101 - Biotechnology and Society (3 credits)
- BIOT 103 - Basic Lab Techniques (1 credit)
- INTR 102 - Internship (2 credits)
- Gain internship experience at the Frederick Innovative Technology Center, Inc. (FITCI), a business incubator and accelerator designed to cultivate entrepreneurship
Dual Enrollment • FCPS Juniors & Seniors
Earn your high school diploma and college credits simultaneously.
Get a head start on your college education through the Dual Enrollment program. FCPS students can start taking college classes at FCC towards earning a biotechnology degree while still in high school. Frederick County Public School students may receive free tuition through Dual Enrollment at FCC for all courses.
DUAL ENROLLMENT | Learn More
Biological Technician Apprenticeship • Incoming FCC Freshmen
Receive on-the-job training while earning income and a degree
In this program, you can earn a Biotechnology A.A.S. degree while receiving on-the-job training in the local biotech industry. As an apprentice, you can earn income while your employer pays for your education.
APPRENTICESHIPS | Learn More
Workforce Training Programs
BTC103: Biotech Pre-apprenticeship • FCPS Graduating Class of 2025 • FREE
Monday through Thursday • 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. • June 16 to June 27, 2025
FCPS students graduating in the spring are invited to participate in this two-week summer program delivering an introduction to the local biotech industry. In addition to exploring the world of biotechnology at Frederick Community College, the program includes opportunities to earn industry-recognized credentials and utilize program support to gain an entry-level position in the local workforce.
TWO-WEEK SUMMER PROGRAM | Interest Form
PRD135: Biotech Summer Research Experience • Ages 16+ • $350*
Monday through Friday • 12:00 to 3:10 p.m. • June 16 to July 11, 2025 (Skip July 4)
A hands-on, one month summer program in which students explore biotechnology through real lab experiments and research projects. Participants learn molecular biology and cell culture techniques, while working alongside mentors on current biotech topics. The experience helps students build lab skills, understand career paths in biotech, and apply science concepts in a real-world setting.. *This course is generously supported by the Frederick Community College Foundation, Inc.
FOUR-WEEK SUMMER PROGRAM | PDF Program Flyer FOUR-WEEK SUMMER PROGRAM | Register Now
FOUR-WEEK SUMMER PROGRAM | PDF Program Flyer FOUR-WEEK SUMMER PROGRAM | Register Now
A Note for FCPS High School Students
Frederick County Public School (FCPS) students may receive free tuition through Dual Enrollment at Frederick Community College (FCC) for all courses. Scholarships may be available to cover program fees, materials, and books for select programs. Students are encouraged to first speak with their high school counselor if they plan to enroll in an FCC academic credit or Workforce Development course or program at the College.
