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Contact Information
Workforce Development
Brock Administration Building
New Bern Campus
252-638-7248
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Aug 25 – Nov 10
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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:
08/25/26 - 11/10/26
Tue, Wed, Thur 5:30p - 9:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00109
Havelock
Fri 09/11/26 1:30p - 3:30p
Online
Havelock
Fri 10/23/26 1:30p - 3:30p
Online
Havelock
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Jan 5 – Mar 23 2027
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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:
01/05/27 - 03/23/27
Tue, Wed, Thur 5:30p - 9:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00109
Havelock
Fri 01/22/27 1:30p - 3:30p
Online
Havelock
Fri 02/26/27 1:30p - 3:30p
Online
Havelock
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Apr 13 – Jun 29 2027
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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:
04/13/27 - 06/29/27
Tue, Wed, Thur 5:30p - 9:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00109
Havelock
Fri 04/30/27 1:30p - 3:30p
Online
Havelock
Fri 05/21/27 1:30p - 3:30p
Online
Havelock
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Sep 25
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$75
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This course is designed to instruct the layperson or professional responder in the basics of First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), with a focus on cardiac, breathing, and other life-threatening medical emergencies as well as awareness the hazards of blood borne pathogens. Upon successful completion, the student may qualify to receive certification through a certifying agency.
Meeting time:
Fri 09/25/26 1p - 5p
Perdue Hall
, Room 00143
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Nov 20
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$75
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This course is designed to instruct the layperson or professional responder in the basics of First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), with a focus on cardiac, breathing, and other life-threatening medical emergencies as well as awareness the hazards of blood borne pathogens. Upon successful completion, the student may qualify to receive certification through a certifying agency.
Meeting time:
Fri 11/20/26 1p - 5p
Perdue Hall
, Room 00143
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Jul 30
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$75
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This course is designed to instruct the layperson or professional responder in the basics of First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), with a focus on cardiac, breathing, and other life-threatening medical emergencies as well as awareness the hazards of blood borne pathogens. Upon successful completion, the student may qualify to receive certification through a certifying agency.
Meeting time:
Thur 07/30/26 1p - 5p
Perdue Hall
, Room 00143
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Aug 11 – Nov 5
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$191
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This course is designed and approved to prepare the student to become a certified EKG (ECG) and Technician/Monitor. The course will cover the anatomy and physiology of the heart, principles of EKG, dysrhythmia recognition of sinus, junctional/atrial rhythms, heart blocks and bundle branches and ventricular ectopy rhythms. Skills will include operating EKG equipment, running and mounting strips as well as reading and interpreting 22 types of cardiac lead tracings produced from 12 and five lead monitors and to understand the basics of capnography as it relates to heart function. 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.
Meeting times and locations:
08/11/26 - 11/05/26
Tue, Thur 5:30p - 8:30p
Perdue Hall
, Room 00141
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
08/16/26 - 11/03/26
Sun 5:30p - 8:30p
Online
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Aug 4–13
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$180.60
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CarolinaEast EVS/Housekeeping
Meeting times and locations:
08/04/26 - 08/13/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
08/04/26 - 08/13/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 3:30p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Sep 22 – Oct 1
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$180.60
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CarolinaEast EVS/Housekeeping
Meeting times and locations:
09/22/26 - 10/01/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
09/22/26 - 10/01/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 3:30p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Oct 6–15
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$180.60
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CarolinaEast EVS/Housekeeping
Meeting times and locations:
10/06/26 - 10/15/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
10/06/26 - 10/15/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 3:30p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Nov 3–12
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$180.60
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CarolinaEast EVS/Housekeeping
Meeting times and locations:
11/03/26 - 11/12/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
11/03/26 - 11/12/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 3:30p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Dec 8–17
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$180.60
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CarolinaEast EVS/Housekeeping
Meeting times and locations:
12/08/26 - 12/17/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
12/08/26 - 12/17/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 3:30p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Jul 7–16
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$180.60
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CarolinaEast EVS/Housekeeping
Meeting times and locations:
07/07/26 - 07/16/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
07/07/26 - 07/16/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 3:30p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Sep 8
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$70
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Take the first step on the pathway to a career as a Commercial Truck Driver. This course offers guidance on how to apply to Craven’s Truck Driver Training, provides information on available financial assistance, and examines future employment opportunities. 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 09/08/26 5:30p - 8:30p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Nov 10
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$70
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Take the first step on the pathway to a career as a Commercial Truck Driver. This course offers guidance on how to apply to Craven’s Truck Driver Training, provides information on available financial assistance, and examines future employment opportunities. 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 11/10/26 5:30p - 8:30p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Feb 9 2027
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$70
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Take the first step on the pathway to a career as a Commercial Truck Driver. This course offers guidance on how to apply to Craven’s Truck Driver Training, provides information on available financial assistance, and examines future employment opportunities. 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 02/09/27 5:30p - 8:30p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Apr 6 2027
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$70
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Take the first step on the pathway to a career as a Commercial Truck Driver. This course offers guidance on how to apply to Craven’s Truck Driver Training, provides information on available financial assistance, and examines future employment opportunities. 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 04/06/27 5:30p - 8:30p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Jan 6 – Mar 2 2027
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$2000
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Our 350-hour Commercial Driver License (CDL) program offers Class A options that will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You will be tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles. The program meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380). If you’re a new driver, you’ll receive training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination. All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school-provided equipment. Free practice tests are also available. The Class A CDL course provides training on inspecting and operating tractor-trailers and assuming driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations and certification, and trip planning.
Meeting times and locations:
01/06/27 - 03/02/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
01/06/27 - 03/01/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 5:30p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
Tue 03/02/27 12:30p - 4:30p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Jan 4 – Jun 7 2027
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$2000
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Our 350-hour Commercial Driver License (CDL) program offers Class A options that will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You will be tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles. The program meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380). If you’re a new driver, you’ll receive training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination. All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school-provided equipment. Free practice tests are also available. The Class A CDL course provides training on inspecting and operating tractor-trailers and assuming driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations and certification, and trip planning.
Meeting times and locations:
01/04/27 - 06/07/27
Mon, Tue, Thur 6p - 10p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
01/16/27 - 03/13/27
Sat 8a - 12p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
01/16/27 - 03/13/27
Sat 12:30p - 6:30p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
04/03/27 - 05/27/27
Sat 8a - 12p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
04/03/27 - 05/27/27
Sat 12:30p - 6:30p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Jul 13 – Dec 8
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$2000
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Our 350-hour Commercial Driver License (CDL) program offers Class A options that will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You will be tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles. The program meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380). If you’re a new driver, you’ll receive training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination. All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school-provided equipment. Free practice tests are also available. The Class A CDL course provides training on inspecting and operating tractor-trailers and assuming driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations and certification, and trip planning.
Meeting times and locations:
07/13/26 - 12/08/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 6p - 10p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
07/25/26 - 12/05/26
Sat 8a - 12p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
07/25/26 - 12/05/26
Sat 12:30p - 6:30p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Mar 15 – May 7 2027
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$2000
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Our 350-hour Commercial Driver License (CDL) program offers Class A options that will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You will be tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles. The program meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380). If you’re a new driver, you’ll receive training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination. All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school-provided equipment. Free practice tests are also available. The Class A CDL course provides training on inspecting and operating tractor-trailers and assuming driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations and certification, and trip planning.
Meeting times and locations:
03/15/27 - 05/07/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
03/15/27 - 05/06/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 5:30p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
Fri 05/07/27 12:30p - 4:30p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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May 17 – Jul 12 2027
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$2000
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Our 350-hour Commercial Driver License (CDL) program offers Class A options that will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You will be tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles. The program meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380). If you’re a new driver, you’ll receive training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination. All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school-provided equipment. Free practice tests are also available. The Class A CDL course provides training on inspecting and operating tractor-trailers and assuming driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations and certification, and trip planning.
Meeting times and locations:
05/17/27 - 07/12/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
05/17/27 - 07/11/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 5:30p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
Mon 07/12/27 12:30p - 4:30p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Aug 17 – Oct 9
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$2000
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Our 350-hour Commercial Driver License (CDL) program offers Class A options that will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You will be tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles. The program meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380). If you’re a new driver, you’ll receive training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination. All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school-provided equipment. Free practice tests are also available. The Class A CDL course provides training on inspecting and operating tractor-trailers and assuming driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations and certification, and trip planning.
Meeting times and locations:
08/17/26 - 10/09/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
08/17/26 - 10/08/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 5:30p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
Fri 10/09/26 12:30p - 4:30p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Oct 19 – Dec 15
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$2000
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Our 350-hour Commercial Driver License (CDL) program offers Class A options that will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You will be tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles. The program meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380). If you’re a new driver, you’ll receive training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination. All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school-provided equipment. Free practice tests are also available. The Class A CDL course provides training on inspecting and operating tractor-trailers and assuming driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations and certification, and trip planning.
Meeting times and locations:
10/19/26 - 12/15/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
10/19/26 - 12/14/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 5:30p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
Tue 12/15/26 12:30p - 4:30p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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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.
This course is full
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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