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.
Contact Information
Workforce Development
Brock Administration Building
New Bern Campus
252-638-7248
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Register |
May 16–17 2026
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$185
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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 20-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: The registration 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
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Register |
Jun 6–7 2026
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$185
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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 20-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: The registration 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
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Register |
Jun 27–28 2026
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$185
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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 20-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: The registration 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
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Register |
Aug 8–9 2026
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$185
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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 20-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: The registration 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 - 7p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Aug 29–30 2026
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$185
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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 20-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: The registration 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 - 7p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Sep 12–13 2026
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$185
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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 20-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: The registration 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 - 7p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Sep 26–27 2026
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$185
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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 20-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: The registration fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:
09/26/26 - 09/27/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 7p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Class full |
Oct 18–19
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$185
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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 20-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: The registration fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
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 - 5p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Class full |
Nov 8–9
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$185
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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 20-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: The registration fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
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 - 5p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Class full |
Nov 22–23
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$185
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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 20-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: The registration fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
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 - 5p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Class full |
Dec 6–7
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$185
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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 20-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: The registration fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
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 - 5p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Mar 14–15 2026
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$185
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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 20-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: The registration fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:
03/14/26 - 03/15/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Jul 18–19 2026
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$185
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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 20-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: The registration fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:
07/18/26 - 07/19/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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May 5–20 2026
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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:
05/05/26 - 05/20/26
Tue, Wed 5:30p - 8:30p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 104
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Class full |
Mar 4 – Apr 1 2026
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$125
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In this 5-week introductory landscape painting class, students will explore the fundamentals of working with oils while learning to capture the beauty of the natural world. The course will emphasize developing strong concepts, value structures, and compositions. Students will also experiment with color mixing to bring harmony and vibrancy to their work. Some experience working with oil or acrylic paint is suggested. There is a recommended list of supplies for students to bring to class.
Meeting time and location:
03/04/26 - 04/01/26
Wed 1p - 4p
Orringer Hall
, Room 116
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Jan 24 – Mar 21 2026
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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:
01/24/26 - 03/15/26
Sat, Sun 9a - 5:30p
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
Sat 03/21/26 9a - 11a
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Apr 11 – Jun 6 2026
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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:
04/11/26 - 05/31/26
Sat, Sun 9a - 5:30p
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
Sat 06/06/26 9a - 11a
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Jun 20 – Aug 15 2026
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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:
06/20/26 - 08/09/26
Sat, Sun 9a - 5:30p
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
Sat 08/15/26 9:11a - 11a
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Nov 15 2025 – Jan 10 2026
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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:
11/15/25 - 01/04/26
Sat, Sun 9a - 5:30p
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
Sat 01/10/26 9a - 11a
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Oct 27 – Nov 20
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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 in this 136-clock hour course. 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 interview practice. Lectures 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.
Meeting times and locations:
10/27/25 - 11/20/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00109
Havelock
10/27/25 - 11/20/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 4p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00109
Havelock
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Register |
Jan 12 – Feb 6 2026
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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 in this 136-clock hour course. 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 interview practice. Lectures 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.
Meeting times and locations:
01/12/26 - 02/05/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00109
Havelock
01/12/26 - 02/05/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 4p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00109
Havelock
Fri 02/06/26 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00109
Havelock
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Register |
Feb 17 – Mar 13 2026
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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 in this 136-clock hour course. 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 interview practice. Lectures 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.
Meeting times and locations:
02/17/26 - 03/12/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00109
Havelock
02/17/26 - 03/12/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 4p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00109
Havelock
Fri 03/13/26 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00109
Havelock
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Register |
Mar 23 – Apr 17 2026
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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 in this 136-clock hour course. 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 interview practice. Lectures 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.
Meeting times and locations:
03/23/26 - 04/16/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00117
Havelock
03/23/26 - 04/16/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 4p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00117
Havelock
Fri 04/17/26 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00117
Havelock
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Register |
Apr 27 – May 21 2026
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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 in this 136-clock hour course. 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 interview practice. Lectures 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.
Meeting times and locations:
04/27/26 - 05/20/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00117
Havelock
04/27/26 - 05/20/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 4p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00117
Havelock
Thur 05/21/26 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00117
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.
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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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