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Contact Information
Workforce Development
Brock Administration Building
New Bern Campus
252-638-7248
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Nov 17–18
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$90
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Powered industrial lift equipment requires trained, confident operators to ensure safe and efficient jobsite operations. This 16-Hour Lull Extender Lift course provides comprehensive training on the safe operation, load handling, and hazard awareness associated with telescopic handlers. Participants will gain the skills needed to operate equipment responsibly while supporting OSHA compliance and reducing workplace risk. This course provides instruction aligned with OSHA 1910 and 1926 Powered Industrial Truck and Material Handling Equipment standards. Training includes equipment components and controls, stability principles, load capacity and load charts, proper inspection procedures, safe traveling and lifting techniques, jobsite hazard recognition, and operator responsibilities. Hands-on instruction reinforces safe operating practices for real-world jobsite conditions.
Meeting times and locations:
11/17/26 - 11/18/26
Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00117
Havelock
11/17/26 - 11/18/26
Tue, Wed 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00117
Havelock
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| Register |
Oct 6–8
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$85.60
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This training meets the requirements of OSHA 1926 Subpart X (Construction - Stairways and Ladders) and OSHA 1910 (General Industry - Fall Protection). Instruction includes identifying and eliminating fall hazards; proper use of fall protection systems such as tripods and winches, full-body harnesses, lanyards, and connection devices; and ladder safety fundamentals. Participants will learn when ladder use is required, how to select and inspect ladders, proper ladder setup, and safe mounting, ascending, and descending techniques.
Meeting times and locations:
10/06/26 - 10/08/26
Tue, Wed, Thur 9a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00117
Havelock
10/06/26 - 10/08/26
Tue, Wed, Thur 1p - 4p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00117
Havelock
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| Register |
Oct 5–14
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$230
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This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:
10/05/26 - 10/14/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
10/05/26 - 10/14/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Oct 17 – Nov 7
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$230
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This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:
10/17/26 - 11/07/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
10/17/26 - 11/07/26
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Jan 16 – Feb 6 2027
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$230
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This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:
01/16/27 - 02/06/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
01/16/27 - 02/06/27
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Feb 13 – Mar 6 2027
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$230
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This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:
02/13/27 - 03/06/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
02/13/27 - 03/06/27
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Jan 19 – Feb 9 2027
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$230
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This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:
01/19/27 - 02/09/27
Tue, Thur 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
01/19/27 - 02/09/27
Tue, Thur 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Mar 13 – Apr 10 2027
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$230
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This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:
03/13/27 - 04/10/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
03/13/27 - 04/10/27
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Apr 6–27 2027
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$230
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This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:
04/06/27 - 04/27/27
Tue, Thur 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
04/06/27 - 04/27/27
Tue, Thur 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
May 22 – Jun 12 2027
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$230
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This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:
05/22/27 - 06/12/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
05/22/27 - 06/12/27
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Jun 19 – Jul 17 2027
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$230
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This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:
06/19/27 - 07/17/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
06/19/27 - 07/17/27
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Jun 1–22 2027
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$230
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This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:
06/01/27 - 06/22/27
Tue, Thur 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
06/01/27 - 06/22/27
Tue, Thur 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Jul 13 – Aug 3 2027
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$230
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This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:
07/13/27 - 08/03/27
Tue, Thur 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
07/13/27 - 08/03/27
Tue, Thur 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Aug 21 – Sep 18 2027
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$230
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This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:
08/21/27 - 09/18/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
08/21/27 - 09/18/27
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Sep 14 – Oct 5 2027
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$230
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This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:
09/14/27 - 10/05/27
Tue, Thur 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
09/14/27 - 10/05/27
Tue, Thur 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Sep 23
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$90
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This course provides instruction on the operation and maintenance of an industrial forklift. Core topics include forklift design, controls and instrumentation, pre-use inspection, safety awareness, and forklift stability. This course meets the training requirements for related Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.
Meeting times and locations:
Wed 09/23/26 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
Wed 09/23/26 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Oct 21
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$90
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This course provides instruction on the operation and maintenance of an industrial forklift. Core topics include forklift design, controls and instrumentation, pre-use inspection, safety awareness, and forklift stability. This course meets the training requirements for related Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.
Meeting times and locations:
Wed 10/21/26 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
Wed 10/21/26 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Nov 18
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$90
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This course provides instruction on the operation and maintenance of an industrial forklift. Core topics include forklift design, controls and instrumentation, pre-use inspection, safety awareness, and forklift stability. This course meets the training requirements for related Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.
Meeting times and locations:
Wed 11/18/26 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
Wed 11/18/26 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Apr 30 2027
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$90
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This course provides instruction on the operation and maintenance of an industrial forklift. Core topics include forklift design, controls and instrumentation, pre-use inspection, safety awareness, and forklift stability. This course meets the training requirements for related Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.
Meeting times and locations:
Fri 04/30/27 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
Fri 04/30/27 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Jul 23 2027
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$90
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This course provides instruction on the operation and maintenance of an industrial forklift. Core topics include forklift design, controls and instrumentation, pre-use inspection, safety awareness, and forklift stability. This course meets the training requirements for related Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.
Meeting times and locations:
Fri 07/23/27 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
Fri 07/23/27 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Oct 19 – Nov 6
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$195.60
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Learn how to transfer your military skills and experience to civilian careers in the manufacturing industry. The Advanced Manufacturing Tools for Veterans class teaches participants how to transfer their military skills and experience onto their resume in a language that is recognized by the manufacturing industry. The ultimate goal for this program is to prepare participants for careers and connect them with career opportunities in North Carolina. Upon completion, you should have skillsets that lead to employment in various industries, as well as the following certifications and certificates: Forklift operator certification Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification OSHA 30-hour industrial safety certification
Meeting times and locations:
10/19/26 - 11/06/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00115
Havelock
10/19/26 - 11/06/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00115
Havelock
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| Register |
Nov 30 – Dec 18
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$195.60
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Learn how to transfer your military skills and experience to civilian careers in the manufacturing industry. The Advanced Manufacturing Tools for Veterans class teaches participants how to transfer their military skills and experience onto their resume in a language that is recognized by the manufacturing industry. The ultimate goal for this program is to prepare participants for careers and connect them with career opportunities in North Carolina. Upon completion, you should have skillsets that lead to employment in various industries, as well as the following certifications and certificates: Forklift operator certification Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification OSHA 30-hour industrial safety certification
Meeting times and locations:
11/30/26 - 12/18/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00115
Havelock
11/30/26 - 12/18/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00115
Havelock
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| Register |
Jan 26 – Apr 22 2027
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$280
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The Aviation Maintenance course is designed to prepare individuals with civilian or military experience for the Federal Aviation Certification of Airframe and Power Plant Technician. Coupling classroom discussions and shop exercises, the individual will become competent in the Airframe phase of Certification in F.A.A. Regulated Aircraft Maintenance.
Meeting times and locations:
01/26/27 - 04/22/27
Tue, Thur 5:30p - 10p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00120
Havelock
Sat 02/20/27 8a - 12:30p
Online
Havelock
Sat 03/13/27 8a - 12:30p
Online
Havelock
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| Register |
Apr 21–28 2027
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$50
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Get ready to join more advanced Mah Jongg players for hours of fun and competition! This class is designed to take the beginner Mah Jongg player to the next level. Now that you have been practicing your MahJongg game skills, let’s dive deeper into the common strategies and techniques used for enjoying and winning Mah Jongg. We will explore together how to become the winning Mah Jongg player at the table. (Required: Students are required to bring to class a current NMJL card and some notetaking supplies).
Meeting time and location:
04/21/27 - 04/28/27
Wed 6p - 8p
Ward Hall
, Room 115
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Wait list information
This course has a wait list. Please email Workforce Development at wfdreg@cravencc.edu to request to be added to the wait list. Be sure to mention which course you are interested in.
Online registration not allowed
This course does not allow online registration. Please call 252-638-7248 for questions or additional information or email Workforce Development at wfdreg@cravencc.edu. Be sure to mention which course you are interested in.
This course is full
This course is currently full and does not offer a wait list. If you’d like to be notified when a future class becomes available, please complete a brief interest form. We will notify you when more courses become available.
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