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

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This course emphasizes large-scale organization development, roles and relationships of the primary staff, the planning, operational, logistical and fiscal consideration related to a large and complex, incident and event management. It describes the application of Area Command and the importance of interagency coordination during complex incidents and events. This course includes a final exam. Prerequisites: ICS-100, ICS-200, and ICS-300. This course must follow all current Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) guidelines.
Meeting times and locations:

Wed 10/21/26 1p - 5p
New Bern Fire Dept. , Room 001
Off Campus

10/22/26 - 10/23/26
Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
New Bern Fire Dept. , Room 001
Off Campus

Thur 10/22/26 1p - 5p
New Bern Fire Dept. , Room 001
Off Campus

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 11/14/26 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 12/12/26 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 01/30/27 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 02/13/27 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 02/27/27 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 03/13/27 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 04/10/27 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 04/24/27 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 05/08/27 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 05/22/27 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 06/05/27 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 06/19/27 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 07/10/27 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 07/24/27 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 08/07/27 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 08/21/27 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 09/11/27 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 09/25/27 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 10/17/26 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

This course covers Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations related to employee health and safety in confined work spaces. Students will learn about hazards related to confined work areas, which are defined as those with limited or restricted means of entry or exit and not designed for continuous employee occupancy, such as underground vaults, tanks, storage bins, manholes, pits, silos, process vessels, and pipelines.
Meeting times and locations:

10/20/26 - 10/22/26
Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

10/20/26 - 10/22/26
Tue, Wed, Thur 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

This class is designed to teach the basics in acrylic painting. You will learn how to sketch, mix colors, blend and paint. Although there are many types of brushes, you will learn the specific brush type needed for the project you will be working on. You will also learn how to clean and maintain your brushes so they can last longer. Each class will begin with a brief demonstration of how to put all of this together to create your masterpiece!
Meeting time and location:

10/06/26 - 11/10/26
Tue 6p - 8p
Orringer Hall , Room 116
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

This class is designed to teach the basics in acrylic painting. You will learn how to sketch, mix colors, blend and paint. Although there are many types of brushes, you will learn the specific brush type needed for the project you will be working on. You will also learn how to clean and maintain your brushes so they can last longer. Each class will begin with a brief demonstration of how to put all of this together to create your masterpiece!
Meeting time and location:

03/02/27 - 04/06/27
Tue 6p - 8p
Orringer Hall , Room 116
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

This class is designed to teach the basics in acrylic painting. You will learn how to sketch, mix colors, blend and paint. Although there are many types of brushes, you will learn the specific brush type needed for the project you will be working on. You will also learn how to clean and maintain your brushes so they can last longer. Each class will begin with a brief demonstration of how to put all of this together to create your masterpiece!
Meeting time and location:

07/06/27 - 08/10/27
Tue 6p - 8p
Orringer Hall , Room 116
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

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