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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Jul 27–28
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$165
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This course number may be used to report any occupational extension course that is funded with receipts, and that will not generate budget FTE.
Meeting times and locations:
07/27/24 - 07/28/24
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
07/27/24 - 07/28/24
Sat, Sun 1p - 7a
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Aug 3–4
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$165
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This course number may be used to report any occupational extension course that is funded with receipts, and that will not generate budget FTE.
Meeting times and locations:
08/03/24 - 08/04/24
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
08/03/24 - 08/04/24
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Jan 11–12 2025
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$165
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This course number may be used to report any occupational extension course that is funded with receipts, and that will not generate budget FTE.
Meeting times and locations:
01/11/25 - 01/12/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
01/11/25 - 01/12/25
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Feb 8–9 2025
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$165
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This course number may be used to report any occupational extension course that is funded with receipts, and that will not generate budget FTE.
Meeting times and locations:
02/08/25 - 02/09/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
02/08/25 - 02/09/25
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Mar 8–9 2025
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$165
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This course number may be used to report any occupational extension course that is funded with receipts, and that will not generate budget FTE.
Meeting times and locations:
03/08/25 - 03/09/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
03/08/25 - 03/09/25
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Mar 22–23 2025
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$165
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This course number may be used to report any occupational extension course that is funded with receipts, and that will not generate budget FTE.
Meeting times and locations:
03/22/25 - 03/23/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
03/22/25 - 03/23/25
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Apr 5–6 2025
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$165
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This course number may be used to report any occupational extension course that is funded with receipts, and that will not generate budget FTE.
Meeting times and locations:
04/05/25 - 04/06/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
04/05/25 - 04/06/25
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Apr 12–13 2025
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$165
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This course number may be used to report any occupational extension course that is funded with receipts, and that will not generate budget FTE.
Meeting times and locations:
04/12/25 - 04/13/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
04/12/25 - 04/13/25
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
May 3–4 2025
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$165
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This course number may be used to report any occupational extension course that is funded with receipts, and that will not generate budget FTE.
Meeting times and locations:
05/03/25 - 05/04/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
05/03/25 - 05/04/25
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
May 17–18 2025
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$165
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This course number may be used to report any occupational extension course that is funded with receipts, and that will not generate budget FTE.
Meeting times and locations:
05/17/25 - 05/18/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
05/17/25 - 05/18/25
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Jun 7–8 2025
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$165
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This course number may be used to report any occupational extension course that is funded with receipts, and that will not generate budget FTE.
Meeting times and locations:
06/07/25 - 06/08/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
06/07/25 - 06/08/25
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Jun 21–22 2025
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$165
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This course number may be used to report any occupational extension course that is funded with receipts, and that will not generate budget FTE.
Meeting times and locations:
06/21/25 - 06/22/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
06/21/25 - 06/22/25
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Aug 17–18
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$165
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This course number may be used to report any occupational extension course that is funded with receipts, and that will not generate budget FTE.
Meeting times and locations:
08/17/24 - 08/18/24
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
08/17/24 - 08/18/24
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Jul 12–13 2025
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$165
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This course number may be used to report any occupational extension course that is funded with receipts, and that will not generate budget FTE.
Meeting times and locations:
07/12/25 - 07/13/25
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
07/12/25 - 07/13/25
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Sep 7–8
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$165
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This course number may be used to report any occupational extension course that is funded with receipts, and that will not generate budget FTE.
Meeting times and locations:
09/07/24 - 09/08/24
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
09/07/24 - 09/08/24
Sat, Sun 1p - 7p
Bender Center, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Sep 9 – Oct 2
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$90
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Would you like to learn to defend yourself from physical attack? This class will teach you some principles from Thailand’s national sport, Muay Thai, the art of 8 limbs. You will learn basic striking fundamentals and techniques. This practice has been known to boost confidence in and out of the ring, build friendships, and is a fun way to improve your cardio and balance while strengthening your body and mind.
Meeting time and location:
09/09/24 - 10/02/24
Mon, Wed 6p - 7p
Ward Hall, Room 116
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Aug 21 – Sep 25
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$70.60
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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
Meeting time and location:
08/21/24 - 09/25/24
Wed 5:30p - 8:30p
Volt Kitchen, Room 104
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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May 6–21 2025
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$70.60
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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
Meeting time and location:
05/06/25 - 05/21/25
Tue, Wed 5p - 8p
Volt Kitchen, Room 104
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Register |
Aug 19 – Sep 16
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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. 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 interviewing practice. Lecture 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. 136 hours.
Meeting times and locations:
08/19/24 - 09/13/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
STEM, Room 116
Havelock
08/19/24 - 09/13/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 4p
STEM, Room 116
Havelock
Mon 09/16/24 8a - 12p
STEM, Room 116
Havelock
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Register |
Sep 18 – Oct 15
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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. 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 interviewing practice. Lecture 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. 136 hours.
Meeting times and locations:
09/18/24 - 10/11/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
STEM, Room 116
Havelock
09/18/24 - 10/11/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 4p
STEM, Room 116
Havelock
Tue 10/15/24 8a - 12p
STEM, Room 116
Havelock
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Register |
Oct 21 – Nov 15
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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. 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 interviewing practice. Lecture 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. 136 hours.
Meeting times and locations:
10/21/24 - 11/14/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
STEM, Room 116
Havelock
10/21/24 - 11/14/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 4p
STEM, Room 116
Havelock
Fri 11/15/24 8a - 12p
STEM, Room 116
Havelock
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Register |
Nov 18 – Dec 18
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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. 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 interviewing practice. Lecture 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. 136 hours.
Meeting times and locations:
11/18/24 - 12/17/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
STEM, Room 116
Havelock
11/18/24 - 12/17/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 4p
STEM, Room 116
Havelock
Wed 12/18/24 8a - 12p
STEM, Room 116
Havelock
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Register |
Jul 22 – Aug 15
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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. 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 interviewing practice. Lecture 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. 136 hours.
Meeting times and locations:
07/22/24 - 08/14/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
STEM, Room 116
Havelock
07/22/24 - 08/14/24
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 4p
STEM, Room 116
Havelock
Thur 08/15/24 8a - 12p
STEM, Room 116
Havelock
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Register |
Jul 9 – Sep 25
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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. 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 interviewing practice. Lecture 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. 136 hours.
Meeting time and location:
07/09/24 - 09/25/24
Tue, Wed, Thur 5:30p - 9:30p
STEM, Room 116
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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