By Holly Desrosier
Craven Community College (Craven CC) is currently registering new and returning students for B-Term through March 9. Classes for the shortened eight-week semester begin March 10.
B-Term classes offer the same amount of credits and coursework as traditional semesters but in a condensed schedule, offering an opportunity for students balancing school on top of career and family obligations. It’s also a great chance for recent high school graduates to start on the college track.
“Many of our students have jobs or family circumstances that prevent them from attending school full time,” said Bill Bondurant, director of Advising & Counseling. “B-Term provides another great opportunity for those students, as well as those who are interested in completing courses more quickly than traditional 12-week semesters.”
The college has implemented several safety protocols to promote a safe, healthy learning environment, including social distancing, frequent cleaning of high-traffic areas and requiring face coverings when indoors. Many classes are being held on Craven CC campuses, but there are also several online programs and classes for those who aren’t yet ready for in-person instruction.
“We have several choices for students, whether they’re seeking an associate degree, plan to transfer to a four-year university or just want to get a few credits under their belt,” said Bondurant. “Some B-Term classes are available in a seated/hybrid format, but most of our B-Term courses are delivered online.”
Craven CC has numerous options for students seeking more traditional degrees such as the Associate in Arts, Associate in Science and Associate in General Education, as well as many transfer opportunities to four-year institutions through partnerships with ECU, NC State, NC Wesleyan, UNC-Chapel Hill and more.
There are also a variety of selections for students interested in career and technical degree programs, many of which are also offered as certificates and diplomas. Such classes offered during B-Term include Introduction to Business, Computer Basics, Introduction to Early Childhood Education, Personal Health/Wellness and Entrepreneurship Issues. In addition, the college’s Volt Center campus offers various skilled trades programs for those interested in entering the workforce.
Academic, admissions and financial aid advisors are available each weekday to personally assist students with the application and financial aid processes. They are available to show students how to apply for scholarships, answer questions and assist students who may not know which academic path to follow. Students and parents also have the option of setting up virtual meetings with those departments for any questions they may have. More information and links to virtual meeting rooms can be found at cravencc.edu/admissions.
Students can register at the New Bern or Havelock campus Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Friday from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Current students can go online and use WebAdvisor to view the current class listing and register.
For more information on B-Term registration, contact the New Bern campus at 252-638-7200, the Havelock campus at 252-444-6005 or visit www.cravencc.edu.
This article was originally published in the New Bern Sun Journal.