Career and Employment Readiness

*PLEASE NOTE: If you are unemployed, underemployed, work a minimum wage job, laid off, or received notice of a layoff, you may be eligible to take these classes at no cost.

HRD/CRC Career Readiness Lab– This lab provides employability skills training for unemployed and underemployed adults.

STEP Training Program – For more information about the STEP Training program, please follow this link.

Veteran Transition and Preparatory Training – “For more information about this program, please follow this link.

CravenCC Job Board – Employment opportunities in the community are posted on the Job Board.

Budgeting, Financial Literacy & Credit Building

Learn how to save more money and make better decisions. If you desire to take command of your financial future, then this is the class for you. You’ll gain a better understanding of household budgeting, and increase your knowledge of basic financial terms and procedures.

Computer Skills for Employment

Learn computer basics relative to a job search. Learn how to develop and implement job searches using employability tools, Microsoft Word and Excel to build successful résumés and cover letters, manage your e-mail accounts, and conduct employment searches on the Internet.  58 Hrs.

Dressing for Success

Upon completion of this course, students will know why having knowledge of workplace etiquette will set them apart and make them successful in the workplace. They will also be aware of the importance of appropriated interview and dress attire, grooming, speech, and personal habits. Students will know why having a professional presence is extremely important to their success. They will be able to identify appropriate and inappropriate attire for interviews and their positions in their workplaces. They will understand the meaning of “traditional” business attire and the limitations of the term “business casual.” They will also be aware of the importance of grooming, speech, and personal habits that can improve their image immediately.

Craven Community College’s HRD Program would like to know if you are interested in courses such as “Appropriate Dress for Success and Interviews.” If so, please call (252) 638-7247 to express your interest

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Goal Setting for Careers and Life

You know that successful people know how to set goals. Come learn how and develop a personalized goal plan. Use an ongoing action plan for making improvements that will lead to success in your chose career path.

How to Apply for Federal Jobs

Federal jobs are often stable, satisfying places of employment; however, the application process for a federal job is very different than a private industry job. Construct a federal resume and apply for federal jobs by learning how to build a resume and submit applications using federal websites. Basic Microsoft Word and Internet search knowledge are required.

Life Survival Skills

Successful families are created, and we can help empower you to do it! Learn how to better manage your household, money and health and take control of the behavior and education of your children.