Scholarships & Financial Resources
Thank you for your interest in Continuing Education and Workforce Development (CEWD) at Frederick Community College. FCC offers scholarship opportunities and financial assistance to eligible students in many Continuing Education & Workforce Development training programs. We invite you to browse programs below to learn more.
• CEWD Financial Assistance
• FCC Foundation Scholarships
• Governor Emergency Education Relief
• Maryland Community College Promise Scholarship
• Workforce Development Sequence Scholarships
• Get Credit for Your Experience
• Additional Resources
Questions? Contact Treasure Mathis, Student Success Coach, at TMathis@frederick.edu. To receive program updates, the latest news and more, sign up for our ENews today.
CEWD Financial Assistance
To apply for CEWD financial assistance, please complete the CEWD Financial Assistance Request Form and a College representative will contact and assist you in determining aid opportunities for which you may qualify.
FCC Foundation Scholarships
CEWD scholarships are available through the FCC Foundation. Valued at up to $500 per eligible recipient, funds can be applied toward course costs. Eligible applicants are Frederick County residents enrolled in a continuing education vocational or skills training program exemplifying academic promise and financial need. Students can apply now for:
- Building Trades Scholarship: Electrical, HVAC, and Welding
- Continuing Education Scholarship: Business & Careers, Certification & Licensure, Computers & Technology, Healthcare Careers, Logistics & Production, and Trades and Vocational Training
- Youth Program Scholarship: Kids on Campus, Teens on Campus, Lunch Bunch, All Day Programming, and SAT Prep
Governor Emergency Education Relief
The Governor Emergency Education Relief (GEER) Fund is intended to help individuals impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic through loss of employment. Students enrolling in eligible workforce development courses or continuing professional education courses leading to government or industry-required certification or licensure will be evaluated for tuition assistance and other student support based on the eligibility requirements. The list of eligible programs includes:
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Child Care Programs
- CompTIA Certification
- Culinary & Baking Skills
- Dental Assisting & Oral Radiography
- Dental Expanded Functions
- Home Inspection Pre-Licensure
- HVAC Technician
- Logistics & Production Technology
- Manufacturing Technology
- Medical Billing Certification
- Medical Coding Certification
- Patient Care Technician
- Phlebotomy Technician
- Project Management
- Real Estate (Principles & Practices in Maryland)
- Sterile Processing Technician
- Welding Technician
Maryland Community College Promise Scholarship
CEWD students pursuing a sequence of non-credit courses that leads to licensure/certification or a registered apprenticeship program may be eligible for the Maryland Community College Promise Scholarship. Students must submit their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or Maryland State Financial Aid Application (MSFAA) between 10/1-3/1 and complete the Promise Non-Credit Application within MDCAPS. Please click below to learn more.
Workforce Development Sequence Scholarships
The Workforce Development Sequence Scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance to individuals enrolling in an approved non-credited certificate program leading to apprenticeships, employment, licensure, or job skill enhancement. If you are currently enrolled, or are planning to enroll, in a designated workforce training program at Frederick Community College, this scholarship is an opportunity to receive up to $2,000 in financial assistance. The list of eligible programs include:
- Automotive Technology
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Dental Assistant
- Electrical
- HVAC
- IT User Support Specialist
- Logistics & Production
- Medical Billing
- Medical Coding
- Microsoft Foundation Series
- Phlebotomy Technician
- Rehabilitation/Physical Therapy Aide
- Sterile Processing
- Veterinary Assistant
- Welding
Get Credit for Your Experience
Save money, convert your real-world experience and college-level learning into college credit, and complete your educational goals faster with the Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) program at FCC. Visit frederick.edu/pla, or contact Dr. Renee Davis at 301.846.2587 to get started.
Additional Resources
The following organizations offer programs to assist students with tuition, payments and fees. Download our Financial Resources & Support flyer or visit individual organizations below to learn more.
Frederick County Workforce Services (FCWS)
Tammy Carter • FrederickWorks.com • 301.600.2759
Qualified candidates may be eligible to receive grant funds to assist with costs related to occupational training (skills acquisition, career development, and certification/licensure preparation). Applications requesting funds for tuition, books, fees, and related materials are accepted throughout the year.
Military Spouses
Military OneSource • militaryonesource.mil • 800.342.9647
Active duty Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine service member spouses, and spouses of activated Reserve members in pay grades E1 to E5, W1 to W2, and 01 to 02, may be eligible for tuition assistance through the Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts (MyCAA) Program.
Veterans, Military and Dependents
FCC Veteran and Military Services • frederick.edu/VeteransandMilitary • 301.624.2836
Frederick Community College, Annapolis Hall, A109
Eligible recipients of the Montgomery GI Bill, Post 9/11 GI Bill or Veterans Survivors and Dependents Assistance are encouraged to visit Veteran and Military Services to discuss funding options and eligibility.
Tammy Carter • FrederickWorks.com • 301.600.2759
Qualified candidates may be eligible to receive grant funds to assist with costs related to occupational training (skills acquisition, career development, and certification/licensure preparation). Applications requesting funds for tuition, books, fees, and related materials are accepted throughout the year.
Military Spouses
Military OneSource • militaryonesource.mil • 800.342.9647
Active duty Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine service member spouses, and spouses of activated Reserve members in pay grades E1 to E5, W1 to W2, and 01 to 02, may be eligible for tuition assistance through the Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts (MyCAA) Program.
Veterans, Military and Dependents
FCC Veteran and Military Services • frederick.edu/VeteransandMilitary • 301.624.2836
Frederick Community College, Annapolis Hall, A109
Eligible recipients of the Montgomery GI Bill, Post 9/11 GI Bill or Veterans Survivors and Dependents Assistance are encouraged to visit Veteran and Military Services to discuss funding options and eligibility.
Contact Us
Frederick Community College
Continuing Education & Workforce Development
7932 Opossumtown Pike • Frederick, MD 21701
(301) 624-2888 • CEInfo@frederick.edu
Frederick Community College
Continuing Education & Workforce Development
7932 Opossumtown Pike • Frederick, MD 21701
(301) 624-2888 • CEInfo@frederick.edu
