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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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:

12/09/25 - 12/11/25
Tue, Thur 6p - 10p
Ward Hall , Room 131
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:

01/20/26 - 01/22/26
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:

02/17/26 - 02/19/26
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:

03/24/26 - 03/26/26
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:

04/21/26 - 04/23/26
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:

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

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:

03/10/26 - 06/02/26
Tue, Thur 5:30p - 10p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00120
Havelock

Sat 03/21/26 8a - 12:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00120
Havelock

Sat 04/18/26 8a - 12:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00120
Havelock

Sat 05/16/26 8a - 12:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00120
Havelock

Learn to prepare fresh flounder with a crab stuffing plus a sauce to complement your dish. This class includes all ingredients and equipment, step-by-step instruction, and a printed recipe.
Meeting time:

Thur 05/14/26 6p - 9p
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 times and locations:

01/05/26 - 05/12/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 9a - 1p
Kelso Hall , Room 101
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

01/05/26 - 05/12/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 2p - 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:

01/05/26 - 05/12/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 5p - 9p
Kelso Hall , Room 101
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class, you’ll learn about composition and visual storytelling through still photography. Bring your camera to class and a basic knowledge of the settings. There will be a mixture of classwork and hands on photo work. You will be introduced to focus, lighting, basic posing, juxtaposition, macrophotography and angles, landscape, photo editing and playing with colors to create a visual story.
Meeting time and location:

03/09/26 - 03/30/26
Mon 6p - 8p
Brock Administration , Room 205
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Learn basic landscape design principals and beautify your yard In this hands-on design class, under the guidance of Landscape Architect, MJ Kirk, students will learn basic landscape design principles and practices as they create a garden design tailor made to their own property/living space. This includes: .Understanding rhythm and line, proportion and unity in plantings .Asymmetric/symmetric balance, focal points, and foundation and corner plantings. .The difference between naturalization and formal plantings as well as .Plants that thrive in our hardiness zone .Common garden mistakes and problem areas.
Meeting time and location:

02/25/26 - 04/01/26
Wed 1p - 3p
Ward Hall , Room 115
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:

02/07/26 - 02/08/26
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:

04/11/26 - 04/12/26
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:

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

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