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Contact Information
Workforce Development
Brock Administration Building
New Bern Campus
252-638-7248
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Nov 4 2025 – Jan 27 2026
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$180
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This course is designed for instructional areas related to property and casualty insurance topics to meet the pre-licensing education requirements for insurance agents as prescribed by the North Carolina Department of Insurance - Agent Services Division. Course topics include terms & concepts, North Carolina Insurance Law, and multiple areas within P&C. The course intent is to prepare students to take and pass the NC Department of Insurance - Property and Casualty Insurance license exams.
Meeting times and locations:
11/04/25 - 01/27/26
Tue, Thur 5:45p - 7p
Brock Administration
, Room 207
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
11/04/25 - 01/27/26
Tue, Thur 7:15p - 9p
Brock Administration
, Room 207
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Oct 6–10
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$125
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This 40-hour certification course is designed to develop knowledge and skills used by Criminal Justice personnel who are authorized to use RADAR equipment used by their departments. Lecture, demonstration, and practical field exercises are the principal methods of instruction. Employment in the field of Criminal Justice and authorization of the department are prerequisites for enrollment in this course. Contact the NC Department of Justice for course standards.
Meeting times and locations:
10/06/25 - 10/10/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Law Enforcement Training
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
10/06/25 - 10/10/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 1p - 5p
Law Enforcement Training
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Oct 1–2
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$70
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This 16-hour recertification course is designed to re-certify Radar Operators in the use of radar equipment used by their agencies. The principal methods of instruction are lecture and demonstration. Current certification as probationary or general status as a law enforcement officer and certification as a radar operator within the three years preceding the completion of this course are prerequisites for enrollment. Course includes field practice and testing, both written and practical. Contact the NC Department of Justice for course standards.
Meeting times and locations:
10/01/25 - 10/02/25
Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
Law Enforcement Training
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
10/01/25 - 10/02/25
Wed, Thur 1p - 5p
Law Enforcement Training
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Nov 4–25
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$125
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The Post 303 - NC Law, Rules, and Legal Concepts course is one of the three 30-instructional hour courses in the North Carolina mandatory Post-licensing education program. At least one course must be completed annually by North Carolina provisional brokers within three (3) years after initial licensure to remain eligible for active license status. The primary objective of the course is to provide instruction at a level beyond that provided in Pre-licensing courses on topics deemed to be of special importance. Topics addressed in this course include general North Carolina licensing requirements, brokerage compensation issues, the disciplinary process, specialized types of real estate, property management in NC, and miscellaneous NC laws and legal concepts.
Meeting times and locations:
11/04/25 - 11/25/25
Tue, Thur 1p - 5p
Brock Administration
, Room 215
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
11/19/25 1p - 5p
Brock Administration
, Room 213
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Oct 2–28
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$125
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This course is the second of three courses designed to assist the provisional broker to meet the 90-hour post-licensing educational requirements set forth by the North Carolina Real Estate Commission. This course consists of high-level advanced instruction covering contracts and closing. This course will also discuss license status and education issues. For more information, go to http://www.ncrec.state.nc.us/.
Meeting time and location:
10/02/25 - 10/28/25
Tue, Thur 1p - 5p
Brock Administration
, Room 215
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Nov 4
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$50
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In this class, we will make a 3D Christmas/pine tree using epoxy resin and silicone molds. Show your creative side and decorate with glitter, pigment powders or dyes. Join us for some festive fun and create your own resin masterpiece! Materials supplied by the instructor: Epoxy resin, mixing cups and sticks, nitrile gloves, and pigments. Materials student should bring to class: Glitter, mini ornaments, dried flowers, small led lights. Also, FineInno 2 Pcs Christmas Tree Resin Mold, Mini Pines Tree Candle Cone Silicone Mould for 3D Epoxy Resin,Soap Wax Holder,Ornament Making. Supplies can be purchased from Amazon.
Meeting time:
Tue 11/04/25 6p - 7:30p
Perdue Hall
, Room 115
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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May 7 2026
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$50
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In this class, we will make a 3D Christmas/pine tree using epoxy resin and silicone molds. Show your creative side and decorate with glitter, pigment powders or dyes. Join us for some festive fun and create your own resin masterpiece! Materials supplied by the instructor: Epoxy resin, mixing cups and sticks, nitrile gloves, and pigments. Materials student should bring to class: Glitter, mini ornaments, dried flowers, small led lights. Also, FineInno 2 Pcs Christmas Tree Resin Mold, Mini Pines Tree Candle Cone Silicone Mould for 3D Epoxy Resin,Soap Wax Holder,Ornament Making. Supplies can be purchased from Amazon.
Meeting time:
Thur 05/07/26 6p - 7:30p
Perdue Hall
, Room 115
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Oct 20–23
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$85
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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.
Meeting time and location:
10/20/25 - 10/23/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12:30p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Register |
Mar 16–19 2026
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$85
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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.
Meeting time and location:
03/16/26 - 03/19/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12:30p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Register |
May 18–21 2026
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$85
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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.
Meeting time and location:
05/18/26 - 05/21/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12:30p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Apr 9 2026
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$75
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Welcome to our Shrimp Fra Diavolo masterclass! This class is a unique opportunity to learn from a seasoned chef in a personalized setting. We focus on providing a hands-on, enjoyable experience where you can hone your culinary skills and discover the art of creating this flavorful Italian sauce.
Meeting time:
Thur 04/09/26 6p - 9p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 104
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Nov 6
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$100
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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 that can be served over a bed of pasta. You will discover flavor-boosting techniques, and gain confidence in your culinary skills.
Meeting time:
Thur 11/06/25 6p - 9p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 104
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Class full |
Mar 12 2026
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$75
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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 that can be served over a bed of pasta. You will discover flavor-boosting techniques, and gain confidence in your culinary skills.
Meeting time:
Thur 03/12/26 6p - 9p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 104
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Nov 3 2026
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$70
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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.
Meeting time:
Tue 11/03/26 3:30p - 5:30p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Jun 1 2027
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$70
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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.
Meeting time:
Tue 06/01/27 3:30p - 5:30p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Nov 2 2027
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$70
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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.
Meeting time:
Tue 11/02/27 3:30p - 5:30p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Jun 2 2026
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$70
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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.
Meeting time:
Tue 06/02/26 3:30p - 5:30p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Jan 5 – May 21 2026
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$196.60
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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.
Meeting time and location:
01/05/26 - 05/21/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 9a - 2p
Perdue Hall
, Room 00140
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Aug 3 – Dec 17 2026
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$196.60
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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.
Meeting time and location:
08/03/26 - 12/17/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 9a - 2p
Perdue Hall
, Room 00140
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Jan 4 – May 20 2027
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$196.60
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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.
Meeting time and location:
01/04/27 - 05/20/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 9a - 2p
Perdue Hall
, Room 00140
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Aug 2 – Dec 16 2027
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$196.60
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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.
Meeting time and location:
08/02/27 - 12/16/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 9a - 2p
Perdue Hall
, Room 00140
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Dec 1 2025 – Mar 5 2026
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$196.60
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This 396-clock hour course provides a comprehensive study of surgical procedures and specialties that coincide with clinical rotations. Emphasis is placed 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. Additionally, students will take the Tech in Surgery (TS-C) certification test, offered by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Please note: Students must successfully complete Surgical Technology I to register for this class.
Meeting times and locations:
12/01/25 - 03/05/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 6:30a - 12p
Carolina East Health System
, Room 001
Off Campus
12/01/25 - 03/05/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 3:15p
Carolina East Health System
, Room 001
Off Campus
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Jun 1 – Aug 20 2026
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$196.60
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This 396-clock hour course provides a comprehensive study of surgical procedures and specialties that coincide with clinical rotations. Emphasis is placed 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. Additionally, students will take the Tech in Surgery (TS-C) certification test, offered by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Please note: Students must successfully complete Surgical Technology I to register for this class.
Meeting times and locations:
06/01/26 - 08/20/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 6:30a - 12p
Carolina East Health System
, Room 001
Off Campus
06/01/26 - 08/20/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 3:15p
Carolina East Health System
, Room 001
Off Campus
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Jan 4 – Mar 25 2027
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$196.60
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This 396-clock hour course provides a comprehensive study of surgical procedures and specialties that coincide with clinical rotations. Emphasis is placed 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. Additionally, students will take the Tech in Surgery (TS-C) certification test, offered by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Please note: Students must successfully complete Surgical Technology I to register for this class.
Meeting times and locations:
01/04/27 - 03/25/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 6:30a - 12p
Carolina East Health System
, Room 001
Off Campus
01/04/27 - 03/25/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 3:15p
Carolina East Health System
, Room 001
Off Campus
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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.
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