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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Intelligence-the various types and uses of human and technological information and resources available to gang investigators. Lessons include: Intelligence Review and 28 CFR Part 23, Gang Intelligence, Information Resources, Role of Intelligence Analysis Investigations-traditional and nontraditional investigative methods and legal issues in gang investigations. Lessons include: Gang Crimes: Beyond Dope and Drive-Bys, Complex Investigations, Common Obstacles and Problems in Gang Cases, Jurisdictional/Legal Issues Suppression Strategies and Tactics-current trends and best practices in gang investigations. Lessons include: Current Trends/Best Practices-Law Enforcement, Current Trends/Best Practices-Corrections, Community Partnerships. Course fee is waived for all sworn/affiliated NC Law Enforcement Officers.
Meeting time and location:

08/03/26 - 08/05/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 8a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

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

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:

06/23/26 - 09/10/26
Tue, Thur 5:30p - 10p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00120
Havelock

Sat 07/25/26 8a - 12:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00120
Havelock

Sat 08/15/26 8a - 12:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00120
Havelock

Sat 09/05/26 8a - 12:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00120
Havelock

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:

05/26/26 - 05/28/26
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:

06/16/26 - 06/18/26
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:

07/14/26 - 07/16/26
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:

09/29/26 - 01/07/27
Tue, Thur 5:30p - 10p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00120
Havelock

Sat 10/17/26 8a - 12:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00120
Havelock

Sat 11/14/26 8a - 12:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00120
Havelock

Sat 12/12/26 8a - 12:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00120
Havelock

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:

05/18/26 - 08/14/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 9a - 1p
Kelso Hall , Room 00101
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

05/18/26 - 08/14/26
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 time and location:

05/18/26 - 08/14/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 5p - 9p
Kelso Hall , Room 00101
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:

08/08/26 - 08/09/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:

08/29/26 - 08/30/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:

09/12/26 - 09/13/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:

09/26/26 - 09/27/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:

10/10/26 - 10/11/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:

10/24/26 - 10/25/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:

11/14/26 - 11/15/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:

12/12/26 - 12/13/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:

05/02/26 - 05/03/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:

05/16/26 - 05/17/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:

06/06/26 - 06/07/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:

06/27/26 - 06/28/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:

07/18/26 - 07/19/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Would you like to learn to defend yourself from physical attack? This class will teach you some principles from Thailand’s national sport, Muay Thai, the art of 8 limbs. You will learn basic striking fundamentals and techniques. This practice has been known to boost confidence in and out of the ring, build friendships, and is a fun way to improve your cardio and balance while strengthening your body and mind.
Meeting times and locations:

09/22/26 - 10/15/26
Tue 6p - 7p
Nine Limbs Strikers , Room 001
Off Campus

09/22/26 - 10/15/26
Thur 6p - 7p
Nine Limbs Strikers , Room 001
Off Campus

Gangs 101-basic information necessary to understand street and neighborhood gangs NC Gang Overview-specific information about active regional and local gangs Gang Intelligence-the intelligence process and the role of gang investigators in the process Interviewing Gang Members-intelligence gathering through everyday contact with gang members on the street Gangs and the Internet-use of the Internet as a tool for gathering intelligence on local gangs Gang Suppression-strategies and tactics that have been effective in suppressing gang activity Gang Investigations-unique nature of gang investigations and gang crime scenes. Course fee is waived for all sworn/affiliated NC Law Enforcement Officers.
Meeting time and location:

05/26/26 - 05/28/26
Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

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