Workforce Development

This course is the first of three courses designed to assist the provisional broker to meet the 90-hour post-licensing educational requirement set by the North Carolina Real Estate Commission. This course consists of high-level advanced instruction covering Agency relationships and duties to principals and third parties, working with sellers and working with buyers. This course also includes issues confronted when agents leave/change firms with the resulting licenses and education concerns. For more information, go to http://www.ncrec.state.nc.us/.

Students will learn electrical theory in Alternating Current (AC) and Direct Current (DC) applications. Students will learn electronic theory and the associated mathematical formulas to calculate electrical circuitry and electrical components. Students will learn how to use the Electrical Meter and Oscilloscope to read Voltage, Amperage (Current) and Resistance (Ohms). Additionally, students will apply these principals to Wind Energy and other renewable energy sources.

This course is designed to focus on new and emerging issues related to documenting incidents within law enforcement.

This 18-hour course of instruction will assist those that are not self-learners. You get a 16-hour activity and video-based instruction, followed by an online-proctored examination. Must come to class with book and online exam answer key (see links above). Registration/Payment closes 3 days before start of class.

This 18-hour course of instruction will assist those that are not self-learners. You get a 16-hour activity and video-based instruction, followed by an online-proctored examination. Must come to class with book and online exam answer key (see links above). Registration/Payment closes 3 days before start of class.

Attendees will be oriented with a variety of topics involved with investigating a Sexual Assault/Child Abuse (SACA) case including: . The importance of investigating a SACA for the growth and development of the survivor/victim . How collaborative efforts of a multi-disciplinary team can promote a survivor/victim and potentially protect future survivors/victims . Why involving other professional entities progress a SACA case through the judicial system . What effects biases and pre-determined assumptions have on an investigation and the people involved . How SACA investigations cause long-term problems for investigators and effective stress management tools to overcome those problems This class was designed to address unspoken issues with investigating SACA cases. It will promote the confidence of the attendees and allow them to conduct more thorough and effective investigations. It will provide them the tools necessary to influence all who are involved in SACA investigations.

Attendees will be oriented with a variety of topics involved with investigating a Sexual Assault/Child Abuse (SACA) case including: . The importance of investigating a SACA for the growth and development of the survivor/victim . How collaborative efforts of a multi-disciplinary team can promote a survivor/victim and potentially protect future survivors/victims . Why involving other professional entities progress a SACA case through the judicial system . What effects biases and pre-determined assumptions have on an investigation and the people involved . How SACA investigations cause long-term problems for investigators and effective stress management tools to overcome those problems This class was designed to address unspoken issues with investigating SACA cases. It will promote the confidence of the attendees and allow them to conduct more thorough and effective investigations. It will provide them the tools necessary to influence all who are involved in SACA investigations.

Learn to prepare Shrimp Valentino, a gourmet recipe combining succulent shrimp, creamy sauce, and flavorful ingredients like artichoke hearts, Parmesan cheese, prosciutto, mushrooms, white wine, and garlic served over a bed of pasta. Learn how to create a rich cream sauce, discover flavor-boosting techniques, and gain confidence in your culinary skills. Leave with a dinner for two to enjoy at home. Class is limited to six participants.

This course is designed to provide the student with hands-on knowledge of engine rebuilding techniques to manufacturer’s specifications. The student will learn how to completely disassemble engines and check for manufacturer’s specifications and reassemble. Emphasis will be placed on the proper use of special tools and testing equipment. Upon completion students will be able to explain operating principles of engines, name major parts of engines, work safely in the shop, explain how force work and torque are related to horsepower, define horsepower, list and explain combustion chamber designs, properly run rack, time injectors, adjust values, and adjust governors.

This 2-hour course explores a career as a Surgical Technologist. Linked to our Surgical Technology program, topics include specifics on Craven’s training program, certification requirements, and employment outlook in the field. Students will learn if the career is a fit for their goals and interests as well as the next steps in the pathway to certification. 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.

This 2-hour course explores a career as a Surgical Technologist. Linked to our Surgical Technology program, topics include specifics on Craven’s training program, certification requirements, and employment outlook in the field. Students will learn if the career is a fit for their goals and interests as well as the next steps in the pathway to certification. 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.

This course provides students a comprehensive study of perioperative care and preparation, patient care concepts, and professional practice concepts within the field of surgical technology. Topics include medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, microbiology, pharmacology, anesthesia, environmental safety, communication and reporting, instrumentation, physical environment, equipment, surgical procedures, patient safety, sterile technique, and surgical team support. Upon completion, students should be able to apply theoretical knowledge of the course topics to the practice of surgical technology. Pre-requisites of high school diploma (or equivalency) and TABE Math score of 657 or higher.

This course provides a comprehensive study of surgical procedures and specialties that coincide with clinical rotations. Emphasis is places on related surgical anatomy, pathology, terminology, and procedures that enhance theoretical knowledge of patient care, instrumentation, supplies, and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to correlate, integrate, and apply theoretical knowledge of the course topics to the clinical operative environment. Pre-Requisite: completion of Surgical Technology 1 (SUR TECH1).

This 8-hour course equips officers with a five-step approach for gaining the upper hand. Learn to read body language, identify armed suspects through clothing cues, interpret verbal threats, sharpen street-level interviewing, and detect lies. By mastering these techniques, officers can enhance safety and assess threats more rapidly.

This course prepares students to provide massage therapy for all clients including special populations. During this 660-hour course, students obtain a strong foundation in Swedish massage and therapeutic deep tissue work. In addition to the hands-on applications, students are taught basic anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, pathology, somatic psychology, assessment skills, business management, and ethics. This course includes a clinical component where students will gain experience working directly with clients. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be eligible to take the Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx). After a passing score on the MBLEx, students will be able to apply for licensure with the North Carolina Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy and begin their professional career as a Licensed Massage & Bodywork Therapist (LMBT).

This course prepares students to provide massage therapy for all clients including special populations. During this 660-hour course, students obtain a strong foundation in Swedish massage and therapeutic deep tissue work. In addition to the hands-on applications, students are taught basic anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, pathology, somatic psychology, assessment skills, business management, and ethics. This course includes a clinical component where students will gain experience working directly with clients. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be eligible to take the Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx). After a passing score on the MBLEx, students will be able to apply for licensure with the North Carolina Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy and begin their professional career as a Licensed Massage & Bodywork Therapist (LMBT).

This course is designed to establish the foundation for and promote consistent training of all responders to achieve the three objectives of the Traffic Incident Management (TIM) National Unified Goal: responder safety; safety, quick clearance from incidents; and prompt, reliable, interoperable communications. This course will familiarize fire and rescue personnel with the purpose of the Strategic Highway Research Program 2 (SHRP2) and National TIM Responder Training Program and how it relates specifically to North Carolina. Participants will learn to recognize and identify the dangers encountered by emergency responders working in or near traffic. This course is not a state fire & rescue certification course; however, it is a requirement related to one or more state certifications and will transfer electronically to the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) for inclusion on OSFM transcripts. Please contact OSFM for details.

This course is designed to establish the foundation for and promote consistent training of all responders to achieve the three objectives of the Traffic Incident Management (TIM) National Unified Goal: responder safety; safety, quick clearance from incidents; and prompt, reliable, interoperable communications. This course will familiarize fire and rescue personnel with the purpose of the Strategic Highway Research Program 2 (SHRP2) and National TIM Responder Training Program and how it relates specifically to North Carolina. Participants will learn to recognize and identify the dangers encountered by emergency responders working in or near traffic. This course is not a state fire & rescue certification course; however, it is a requirement related to one or more state certifications and will transfer electronically to the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) for inclusion on OSFM transcripts. Please contact OSFM for details.

This training is designed to focus on new and emerging issues in Emergency Medical Services (EMS).

This course is designed for instructional areas related to a veterinarian practice. Each student enrolled in this section is expected to attend all the meeting times and location listed below. The online work may be done anytime during the week, and the number of hours listed indicate how much time a student should anticipate it taking to complete the online assignments each week. Courses with both classroom and clinical components, have additional times listed for the clinical dates, which are located off campus.

This course number may be used to report any occupational extension course that is funded with receipts, and that will not generate budget FTE.