Our Workforce Development (WFD) department provides hundreds of short-term training programs in a wide range of topics. You don't need to complete the college application process to take a WFD class. Simply click on one you're interested in to find out more class information and register directly from there!

Scholarships and funding opportunities are available to most students. Public Safety students (fire, EMS, paramedic, law enforcement) may be eligible for 100% fee waivers after registering for classes. Visit our Fee Waiver page for more information. Several programs are also eligible for VA benefits. Visit our VA Benefits page for details on eligible classes, contact hours, and upcoming schedules. 

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Workforce Development
Brock Administration Building
New Bern Campus
252-638-7248

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A gyro sandwich is a savory delight hailing from Greece, featuring succulent slices of seasoned meat, often pork, chicken, or lamb, roasted on a vertical spit. Tucked in a warm pita, it’s adorned with fresh veggies, tangy tzatziki sauce, and sometimes feta cheese, creating a harmonious blend of flavors. In this class, you will learn to make homemade flat bread filled with lamb and tzatziki sauce.
Meeting time:

Fri 09/27/24 9a - 12p
Volt Kitchen, Room 104
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course is conducted by the Cape Lookout Squadron of the United States Power Squadrons. It will provide basic boating knowledge education, including both Federal and North Carolina State required education. A traditional classroom education format will be used. Learning is facilitated with use of the America’s Boating Course student manual (included in cost), nautical teaching aids, and supportive PowerPoint (PPT) visual aids. The 16-hour program spans two Saturdays, beginning at 8 am and ending at 4 pm. Instruction gives you the basics you need to enjoy your time on the water safely and includes navigation, nautical charts, digital charting, and chart plotting. This format meets the standards set by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and the National Association of Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA).
Meeting time and location:

05/18/24 - 05/25/24
Sat 8a - 4p
Brock Administration, Room 205
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

This 8-hour course offers initial/renewal certification for vehicle safety inspectors in accordance with state law. The instructor will provide course materials.
Meeting time and location:

05/28/24 - 05/30/24
Tue, Thur 6p - 10p
Ward Hall, Room 129
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

This 8-hour course offers initial/renewal certification for vehicle safety inspectors in accordance with state law. The instructor will provide course materials.
Meeting time and location:

06/25/24 - 06/27/24
Tue, Thur 6p - 10p
Ward Hall, Room 129
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

This 8-hour course offers initial/renewal certification for vehicle safety inspectors in accordance with state law. The instructor will provide course materials.
Meeting time and location:

07/23/24 - 07/25/24
Tue, Thur 6p - 10p
Ward Hall, Room 129
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

This 8-hour course offers initial/renewal certification for vehicle safety inspectors in accordance with state law. The instructor will provide course materials.
Meeting time and location:

08/20/24 - 08/22/24
Tue, Thur 6p - 10p
Ward Hall, Room 129
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

This course is designed to provide entry-level aircraft structural training. Topics include but are not limited to aircraft terms and nomenclature, types of work accomplished at a repair station, aircraft blueprint reading, types of rivets and other hardware, tool selection, structural units (including fuselage, wing, flight control, etc.), major structural stresses (tension, compression, shear, etc.), aerodynamics, types of aluminum and temper designations, forming and fabricating techniques, rivet layout requirements, use of the structure repair manual, hands on fabrication projects, and the repairing of mock-up units.
Meeting times and locations:

08/28/24 - 12/18/24
Wed 5:30p - 10p
IAT, Room 00103
Havelock

09/07/24 - 11/23/24
Sat 8a - 12p
IAT, Room 00103
Havelock

09/07/24 - 11/23/24
Sat 1p - 5p
IAT, Room 00103
Havelock

This course is designed to provide entry-level aircraft structural training. Topics include but are not limited to aircraft terms and nomenclature, types of work accomplished at a repair station, aircraft blueprint reading, types of rivets and other hardware, tool selection, structural units (including fuselage, wing, flight control, etc.), major structural stresses (tension, compression, shear, etc.), aerodynamics, types of aluminum and temper designations, forming and fabricating techniques, rivet layout requirements, use of the structure repair manual, hands on fabrication projects, and the repairing of mock-up units.
Meeting times and locations:

08/19/24 - 11/14/24
Mon, Thur 5:30p - 10p
Redd Classroom Bldg, Room 00109
Havelock

Sat 08/31/24 8a - 12:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg, Room 00109
Havelock

Sat 09/14/24 8a - 12:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg, Room 00109
Havelock

10/26/24 - 11/02/24
Sat 8a - 12:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg, Room 00109
Havelock

In this class, you will learn baking terminology, weights and measurements, proper scaling techniques, steps in the baking process, basic mixing methods, knife skills, and how to make various pastries.
Meeting time:

Mon 05/06/24 9a - 12p
Volt Kitchen, Room 104
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Are you looking for a career that helps people look their best? Barbering Concepts will assist you in becoming a professional barber-stylist. Full-time and part-time programs are available to accommodate your schedule and require no prior experience. When you complete the 1,528 clock hour program, you’ll be prepared to take the North Carolina Board of Barbering Examiners exam to qualify as an apprentice. The 1528 Clock hours are completed over 3 to 4 terms/courses. Scholarships are available.
Meeting time and location:

05/13/24 - 08/02/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 5p - 9p
Kelso Hall, Room 00101
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Are you looking for a career that helps people look their best? Barbering Concepts will assist you in becoming a professional barber-stylist. Full-time and part-time programs are available to accommodate your schedule and require no prior experience. When you complete the 1,528 clock hour program, you’ll be prepared to take the North Carolina Board of Barbering Examiners exam to qualify as an apprentice. The 1528 Clock hours are completed over 3 to 4 terms/courses. Scholarships are available.
Meeting time and location:

08/15/24 - 12/17/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 5p - 9p
Kelso Hall, Room 00101
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Are you looking for a career that helps people look their best? Barbering Concepts will assist you in becoming a professional barber-stylist. Full-time and part-time programs are available to accommodate your schedule and require no prior experience. When you complete the 1,528 clock hour program, you’ll be prepared to take the North Carolina Board of Barbering Examiners exam to qualify as an apprentice. The 1528 Clock hours are completed over 3 to 4 terms/courses. Scholarships are available.
Meeting times and locations:

01/06/25 - 05/12/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 9a - 12p
Kelso Hall, Room 00101
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

01/06/25 - 05/12/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 1p - 5p
Kelso Hall, Room 00101
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Are you looking for a career that helps people look their best? Barbering Concepts will assist you in becoming a professional barber-stylist. Full-time and part-time programs are available to accommodate your schedule and require no prior experience. When you complete the 1,528 clock hour program, you’ll be prepared to take the North Carolina Board of Barbering Examiners exam to qualify as an apprentice. The 1528 Clock hours are completed over 3 to 4 terms/courses. Scholarships are available.
Meeting time and location:

01/06/25 - 05/12/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 5p - 9p
Kelso Hall, Room 101
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Are you looking for a career that helps people look their best? Barbering Concepts will assist you in becoming a professional barber-stylist. Full-time and part-time programs are available to accommodate your schedule and require no prior experience. When you complete the 1,528 clock hour program, you’ll be prepared to take the North Carolina Board of Barbering Examiners exam to qualify as an apprentice. The 1528 Clock hours are completed over 3 to 4 terms/courses. Scholarships are available.
Meeting times and locations:

08/18/25 - 12/18/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 9a - 12p
Kelso Hall, Room 00101
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

08/18/25 - 12/18/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 1p - 5p
Kelso Hall, Room 00101
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Are you looking for a career that helps people look their best? Barbering Concepts will assist you in becoming a professional barber-stylist. Full-time and part-time programs are available to accommodate your schedule and require no prior experience. When you complete the 1,528 clock hour program, you’ll be prepared to take the North Carolina Board of Barbering Examiners exam to qualify as an apprentice. The 1528 Clock hours are completed over 3 to 4 terms/courses. Scholarships are available.
Meeting times and locations:

05/19/25 - 08/08/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 9a - 12p
Kelso Hall, Room 101
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

05/19/25 - 08/08/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 1p - 5p
Kelso Hall, Room 101
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Are you looking for a career that helps people look their best? Barbering Concepts will assist you in becoming a professional barber-stylist. Full-time and part-time programs are available to accommodate your schedule and require no prior experience. When you complete the 1,528 clock hour program, you’ll be prepared to take the North Carolina Board of Barbering Examiners exam to qualify as an apprentice. The 1528 Clock hours are completed over 3 to 4 terms/courses. Scholarships are available.
Meeting time and location:

08/18/25 - 12/18/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 5p - 9p
Kelso Hall, Room 00101
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Are you looking for a career that helps people look their best? Barbering Concepts will assist you in becoming a professional barber-stylist. Full-time and part-time programs are available to accommodate your schedule and require no prior experience. When you complete the 1,528 clock hour program, you’ll be prepared to take the North Carolina Board of Barbering Examiners exam to qualify as an apprentice. The 1528 Clock hours are completed over 3 to 4 terms/courses. Scholarships are available.
Meeting times and locations:

05/13/24 - 08/02/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 9a - 1p
Kelso Hall, Room 00101
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

05/13/24 - 08/02/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 2p - 5p
Kelso Hall, Room 00101
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Are you looking for a career that helps people look their best? Barbering Concepts will assist you in becoming a professional barber-stylist. Full-time and part-time programs are available to accommodate your schedule and require no prior experience. When you complete the 1,528 clock hour program, you’ll be prepared to take the North Carolina Board of Barbering Examiners exam to qualify as an apprentice. The 1528 Clock hours are completed over 3 to 4 terms/courses. Scholarships are available.
Meeting times and locations:

08/15/24 - 12/17/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 9a - 1p
Kelso Hall, Room 00101
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

08/15/24 - 12/17/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 2p - 5p
Kelso Hall, Room 00101
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

New digital camera? Learn the basics of photography and how to use that new camera! Under the guidance of Tom McCabe, students will learn the terminology and philosophy of digital photography, an understanding of their own camera, lenses (wide, standard, telephoto), properties of light, composition, and a practical application with a four-hour field trip to try their new skills.
Meeting time and location:

09/18/24 - 10/23/24
Wed 6p - 8p
Brock Administration, Room 205
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

New digital camera? Learn the basics of photography and how to use that new camera! Under the guidance of Tom McCabe, students will learn the terminology and philosophy of digital photography, an understanding of their own camera, lenses (wide, standard, telephoto), properties of light, composition, and a practical application with a four-hour field trip to try their new skills.
Meeting time and location:

04/24/24 - 05/15/24
Wed 6p - 8p
Brock Administration, Room 205
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

This course number may be used to report any occupational extension course that is funded with receipts, and that will not generate budget FTE.
Meeting times and locations:

06/22/24 - 06/23/24
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

06/22/24 - 06/23/24
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

This course number may be used to report any occupational extension course that is funded with receipts, and that will not generate budget FTE.
Meeting times and locations:

07/13/24 - 07/14/24
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

07/13/24 - 07/14/24
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

This course number may be used to report any occupational extension course that is funded with receipts, and that will not generate budget FTE.
Meeting times and locations:

07/27/24 - 07/28/24
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

07/27/24 - 07/28/24
Sat, Sun 1p - 7a
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

This course number may be used to report any occupational extension course that is funded with receipts, and that will not generate budget FTE.
Meeting times and locations:

08/03/24 - 08/04/24
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

08/03/24 - 08/04/24
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

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