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Contact Information
Workforce Development
Brock Administration Building
New Bern Campus
252-638-7248
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Aug 18 – Dec 18
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$196.60
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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
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Aug 18 – Dec 18
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$196.60
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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
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Jul 12–13
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$170
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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:
07/12/25 - 07/13/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
07/12/25 - 07/13/25
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Oct 4–5
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$170
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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:
10/04/25 - 10/05/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
10/04/25 - 10/05/25
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Oct 18–19
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$185
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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:
10/18/25 - 10/19/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
10/18/25 - 10/19/25
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Nov 8–9
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$185
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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:
11/08/25 - 11/09/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
11/08/25 - 11/09/25
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Nov 22–23
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$185
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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:
11/22/25 - 11/23/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
11/22/25 - 11/23/25
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Jul 26–27
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$170
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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:
07/26/25 - 07/27/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
07/26/25 - 07/27/25
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Sep 6–7
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$170
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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:
09/06/25 - 09/07/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
09/06/25 - 09/07/25
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Sep 20–21
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$170
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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:
09/20/25 - 09/21/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
09/20/25 - 09/21/25
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Dec 6–7
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$185
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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:
12/06/25 - 12/07/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
12/06/25 - 12/07/25
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Feb 7–8 2026
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$185
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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 time and location:
02/07/26 - 02/08/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 7p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Apr 11–12 2026
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$185
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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 time and location:
04/11/26 - 04/12/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 7p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
May 2–3 2026
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$185
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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 time and location:
05/02/26 - 05/03/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 7p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
May 16–17 2026
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$185
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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 time and location:
05/16/26 - 05/17/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 7p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Jun 6–7 2026
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$185
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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 time and location:
06/06/26 - 06/07/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 7p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Aug 2–3
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$170
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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:
08/02/25 - 08/03/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
08/02/25 - 08/03/25
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Aug 16–17
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$170
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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:
08/16/25 - 08/17/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
08/16/25 - 08/17/25
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Jun 27–28 2026
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$185
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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 time and location:
06/27/26 - 06/28/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 7p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Oct 6–29
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$90
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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 time and location:
10/06/25 - 10/29/25
Mon, Wed 6p - 7p
Ward Hall
, Room 116
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Aug 20 – Sep 24
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$101
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Students will learn the basic concepts, skills and techniques of cake decorating. Emphasis is place on icing, fondants borders, design and flowers using piping techniques. The cost to attend this course is waived for most students. Please call us at 252-633-0857 to see if you qualify to attend at no cost.
Meeting time and location:
08/20/25 - 09/24/25
Wed 5:30p - 8:30p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 104
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Register |
Sep 20 – Oct 11
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$160
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This 4-week, 1.5-hour beginner course will cover proper grips, all strokes, and the basic knowledge of the game. Learn how to rally, volley, serve, and hit overheads. Tennis sneakers (smooth soles) required. No running shoes permitted.
Meeting time and location:
09/20/25 - 10/11/25
Sat 2:30p - 4p
Harbour Town Racquet Club
, Room 001
Off Campus
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Register |
Sep 6 – Nov 1
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$280
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Students who complete this 139-hour BioWork Certificate course will gain the basic skills and general knowledge needed for entry-level process technicians in Bioprocessing, Pharmaceutical, and Chemical Manufacturing. The course includes the following 8 modules: Pharmaceutical Quality & cGMP Working Safely Measuring Process Parameters Chemical Processes in Biomanufacturing Equipment and Utilities Unit Operations and Process Control Facilities and the Manufacturing Environment Biomanufacturing Production. You will complete one unit per week in this course is an 8-week online course. Labs will be done at home with a lab kit to be purchased separately. Labs will be recorded and posted online for reference. An optional hands-on in-person lab may also be scheduled for those who are interested. This course will also cover several aspects of the job search process, including navigating and understanding search engines, both government and civilian resume preparation, and cover letters. Materials Needed for this class: .Access to a computer .Reliable internet service .BioWork Student Manual .Lab kit - to be purchased separately after registration
Meeting times and locations:
09/06/25 - 10/26/25
Sat, Sun 9a - 5:30p
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
Sat 11/01/25 9a - 11a
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Aug 12 – Oct 23
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$280
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Gain the basic skills and general knowledge needed to begin a career as a Process Technician for a biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing company. A process technician operates, monitors, and controls the production process; receives, transports, and stores materials; collects and analyzes materials used in production; inspects and maintains the production equipment and control systems; keeps critical records on the process and product; and maintains company safety, health, and environmental standards. This course will also cover all aspects of the job search process, resume preparation, and interviewing practice. Lecture and assignments will be in-person and labs will be hands-on one night per week. Prerequisites: High school diploma or equivalent. The National Career Readiness Certificate completion is encouraged. 136 hours.
Meeting times and locations:
08/12/25 - 10/23/25
Tue, Wed, Thur 5:30p - 9:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00109
Havelock
Sun 08/24/25 12p - 2p
Online
Havelock
Sun 09/21/25 12p - 2p
Online
Havelock
Sun 10/19/25 12p - 2p
Online
Havelock
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Wait list information
This course has a wait list. Please email Workforce Development at wfdreg@cravencc.edu to request to be added to the wait list. Be sure to mention which course you are interested in.
Online registration not allowed
This course does not allow online registration. Please call 252-638-7248 for questions or additional information or email Workforce Development at wfdreg@cravencc.edu. Be sure to mention which course you are interested in.
This course is full
This course is currently full and does not offer a wait list. If you’d like to be notified when a future class becomes available, please complete a brief interest form. We will notify you when more courses become available.
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