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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CarolinaEast EVS/Housekeeping
Meeting times and locations:

12/04/24 - 12/13/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Volt Kitchen, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

12/04/24 - 12/13/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 3:30p
Volt Kitchen, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

CarolinaEast EVS/Housekeeping
Meeting times and locations:

05/22/24 - 05/31/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Volt Kitchen, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

05/22/24 - 05/31/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 3:30p
Volt Kitchen, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

CarolinaEast EVS/Housekeeping
Meeting times and locations:

01/08/25 - 01/17/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Volt Kitchen, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

01/08/25 - 01/17/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 3:30p
Volt Kitchen, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

CarolinaEast EVS/Housekeeping
Meeting times and locations:

02/05/25 - 02/14/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Volt Kitchen, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

02/05/25 - 02/14/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 3:30p
Volt Kitchen, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

CarolinaEast EVS/Housekeeping
Meeting times and locations:

03/05/25 - 03/14/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Volt Kitchen, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

03/05/25 - 03/14/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 3:30p
Volt Kitchen, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

CarolinaEast EVS/Housekeeping
Meeting times and locations:

04/02/25 - 04/11/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Volt Kitchen, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

04/02/25 - 04/11/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 3:30p
Volt Kitchen, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

CarolinaEast EVS/Housekeeping
Meeting times and locations:

05/14/25 - 05/23/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Volt Kitchen, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

05/14/25 - 05/23/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 3:30p
Volt Kitchen, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

CarolinaEast EVS/Housekeeping
Meeting times and locations:

08/21/24 - 08/30/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Volt Kitchen, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

08/21/24 - 08/30/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 3:30p
Volt Kitchen, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Take the first step on the pathway to a career as a Commercial Truck Driver. This course offers guidance on how to apply to Craven’s Truck Driver Training, provides information on available financial assistance, and examines future employment opportunities. The cost to attend this orientation course is waived for most students. Please call us at (252) 638-7248 to see if you qualify to attend at no cost.
Meeting time:

Tue 07/09/24 5:30p - 8:30p
BSH, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Take the first step on the pathway to a career as a Commercial Truck Driver. This course offers guidance on how to apply to Craven’s Truck Driver Training, provides information on available financial assistance, and examines future employment opportunities. The cost to attend this orientation course is waived for most students. Please call us at (252) 638-7248 to see if you qualify to attend at no cost.
Meeting time:

Tue 09/10/24 5:30p - 8:30p
BSH, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Our 350-clock hour Commercial Driver License (CDL) program offers Class A options that will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You will be tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles. The program meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380). If you’re a new driver, you’ll receive training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination. All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school-provided equipment. Free practice tests are also available. The Class A CDL course provides training on inspecting and operating tractor-trailers and assuming driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations and certification, and trip planning.
Meeting times and locations:

05/20/24 - 07/15/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Kelso Hall, Room 00107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

05/20/24 - 07/15/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 5:30p
Kelso Hall, Room 00107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Tue 07/16/24 8a - 12p
Kelso Hall, Room 00107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Tue 07/16/24 12:30p - 4:30p
Kelso Hall, Room 00107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Our 350-clock hour Commercial Driver License (CDL) program offers Class A options that will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You will be tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles. The program meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380). If you’re a new driver, you’ll receive training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination. All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school-provided equipment. Free practice tests are also available. The Class A CDL course provides training on inspecting and operating tractor-trailers and assuming driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations and certification, and trip planning.
Meeting times and locations:

08/19/24 - 10/10/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Kelso Hall, Room 00107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

08/19/24 - 10/10/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 5:30p
Kelso Hall, Room 00107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Fri 10/11/24 8a - 12p
Kelso Hall, Room 00107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Fri 10/11/24 12:30p - 4:30p
Kelso Hall, Room 00107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Our 350-clock hour Commercial Driver License (CDL) program offers Class A options that will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You will be tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles. The program meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380). If you’re a new driver, you’ll receive training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination. All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school-provided equipment. Free practice tests are also available. The Class A CDL course provides training on inspecting and operating tractor-trailers and assuming driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations and certification, and trip planning.
Meeting times and locations:

10/21/24 - 12/16/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Kelso Hall, Room 00107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

10/21/24 - 12/16/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 5:30p
Kelso Hall, Room 00107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Tue 12/17/24 8a - 12p
Kelso Hall, Room 00107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Tue 12/17/24 12:30p - 4:30p
Kelso Hall, Room 00107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Our 350-clock hour Commercial Driver License (CDL) program offers Class A options that will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You will be tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles. The program meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380). If you’re a new driver, you’ll receive training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination. All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school-provided equipment. Free practice tests are also available. The Class A CDL course provides training on inspecting and operating tractor-trailers and assuming driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations and certification, and trip planning.
Meeting times:

01/06/25 - 02/27/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p

01/06/25 - 02/27/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 5:30p

Fri 02/28/25 8a - 12p

Fri 02/28/25 12:30p - 4:30p

Our 350-clock hour Commercial Driver License (CDL) program offers Class A options that will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You will be tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles. The program meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380). If you’re a new driver, you’ll receive training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination. All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school-provided equipment. Free practice tests are also available. The Class A CDL course provides training on inspecting and operating tractor-trailers and assuming driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations and certification, and trip planning.
Meeting times:

03/17/25 - 05/08/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p

03/17/25 - 05/08/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 5:30p

Fri 05/09/25 8a - 12p

Fri 05/09/25 12:30p - 4:30p

Our 350-clock hour Commercial Driver License (CDL) program offers Class A options that will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You will be tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles. The program meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380). If you’re a new driver, you’ll receive training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination. All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school-provided equipment. Free practice tests are also available. The Class A CDL course provides training on inspecting and operating tractor-trailers and assuming driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations and certification, and trip planning.
Meeting times:

06/02/25 - 07/24/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p

06/02/25 - 07/24/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 5:30p

Fri 07/25/25 8a - 12p

Fri 07/25/25 12:30p - 4:30p

Our 350-clock hour Commercial Driver License (CDL) program offers Class A options that will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You will be tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles. The program meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380). If you’re a new driver, you’ll receive training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination. All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school-provided equipment. Free practice tests are also available. The Class A CDL course provides training on inspecting and operating tractor-trailers and assuming driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations and certification, and trip planning.
Meeting times:

08/18/25 - 10/09/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p

08/18/25 - 10/09/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 5:30p

Fri 10/10/25 8a - 12p

Fri 10/10/25 12:30p - 4:30p

Our 350-clock hour Commercial Driver License (CDL) program offers Class A options that will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You will be tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles. The program meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380). If you’re a new driver, you’ll receive training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination. All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school-provided equipment. Free practice tests are also available. The Class A CDL course provides training on inspecting and operating tractor-trailers and assuming driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations and certification, and trip planning.
Meeting times:

10/20/25 - 12/15/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p

10/20/25 - 12/15/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 5:30p

Tue 12/16/25 8a - 12p

Tue 12/16/25 12:30p - 4:30p

Our 350-clock hour Commercial Driver License (CDL) program offers Class A options that will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You will be tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles. The program meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380). If you’re a new driver, you’ll receive training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination. All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school-provided equipment. Free practice tests are also available. The Class A CDL course provides training on inspecting and operating tractor-trailers and assuming driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations and certification, and trip planning.
Meeting times and locations:

05/27/25 - 10/15/25
Tue, Wed, Thur 6p - 10p
Kelso Hall, Room 107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

06/07/25 - 10/11/25
Sat 8a - 12p
Kelso Hall, Room 107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

06/07/25 - 10/11/25
Sat 12:30p - 6:30p
Kelso Hall, Room 107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Our 350-clock hour Commercial Driver License (CDL) program offers Class A options that will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You will be tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles. The program meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380). If you’re a new driver, you’ll receive training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination. All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school-provided equipment. Free practice tests are also available. The Class A CDL course provides training on inspecting and operating tractor-trailers and assuming driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations and certification, and trip planning.
Meeting times and locations:

05/21/24 - 10/09/24
Tue, Wed, Thur 6p - 10p
Kelso Hall, Room 00107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Thur 10/10/24 8a - 2p
Kelso Hall, Room 00107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

06/01/24 - 10/05/24
Sat 8a - 12p
Kelso Hall, Room 00107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

06/01/24 - 10/05/24
Sat 12:30p - 6:30p
Kelso Hall, Room 00107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Our 350-clock hour Commercial Driver License (CDL) program offers Class A options that will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You will be tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles. The program meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380). If you’re a new driver, you’ll receive training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination. All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school-provided equipment. Free practice tests are also available. The Class A CDL course provides training on inspecting and operating tractor-trailers and assuming driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations and certification, and trip planning.
Meeting times and locations:

11/12/24 - 04/17/25
Tue, Wed, Thur 6p - 10p
Kelso Hall, Room 00107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

11/23/24 - 04/05/25
Sat 8a - 12p
Kelso Hall, Room 00107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

11/12/24 - 04/05/25
Sat 12:30p - 6:30p
Kelso Hall, Room 00107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

This course is designed to introduce the primary responsibilities of a central sterile technician. The course includes practical applications of learned concepts and procedures. Topics include preparation, storage, distribution of instruments, supplies and equipment, quality assurance and inventory management. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the principles of sterilization/disinfection in the workplace, as well as the principles of distribution of instruments/supplies/equipment.
Meeting times and locations:

09/16/24 - 03/06/25
Mon, Wed, Thur 5:30p - 8:30p
Perdue Hall, Room 00140
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

01/11/25 - 03/01/25
Sat 5:30p - 6:30p
ON
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Homemade biscotti is nothing like what you have tasted in a coffee shop or grocery store. Biscotti are a perfect ending to a great meal, especially with an espresso. In this class you will learn to make white chocolate dried cherry pistachios biscotti cookies. You will love this sweet snack that is lower in fat and sugar than most cookies, and they are packed with heart healthy nuts. Biscotti can be frozen and defrosted in the open air so none go to waste! They also make great gifts. Gather the friends and family for a get together and enjoy a centuries old, Italian treat that you made yourself!
Meeting time:

Fri 10/18/24 9a - 12p
Volt Kitchen, Room 104
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Homemade biscotti is nothing like what you have tasted in a coffee shop or grocery store. Biscotti are a perfect ending to a great meal, especially with an espresso. In this class you will learn to make white chocolate dried cherry pistachios biscotti cookies. You will love this sweet snack that is lower in fat and sugar than most cookies, and they are packed with heart healthy nuts. Biscotti can be frozen and defrosted in the open air so none go to waste! They also make great gifts. Gather the friends and family for a get together and enjoy a centuries old, Italian treat that you made yourself!
Meeting time:

Mon 10/07/24 6p - 9p
Volt Kitchen, Room 104
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

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