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College Credits

The Emergency Management Institute (EMI) offers a college credit program for completion of Independent Study Courses through Frederick Community College (FCC). FCC reviews and determines which FEMA Independent Study courses meet academic standards. FCC is fully accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and offers several emergency academic programs.

Credits could be used towards:

  • Promotion
  • Career enhancement
  • An Associates degree, Certificate, or Letter of Recognition (LOR) in Emergency Management
  • Personal satisfaction

To apply for college credit, you must successfully complete a course that is eligible for college credit. You can submit an application and a low per credit fee online to receive copies of your college credit transcript. To get started visit: www.em-study.com

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Last Updated: February 20, 2013

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16825 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg, MD 21727
Switchboard: (301) 447-1000
Admissions Fax: (301) 447-1658

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Office: (301)447-1200    Fax: (301)447-1201


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