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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 |
Jul 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 07/08/25 5:30p - 8:30p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Feb 10 2026
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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 02/10/26 5:30p - 8:30p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Apr 7 2026
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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 04/07/26 5:30p - 8:30p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Jan 5 – Feb 27 2026
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$2000
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Our 350-clock 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:
01/05/26 - 02/27/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Brock Administration
, Room 00100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
01/05/26 - 02/27/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 5:30p
Brock Administration
, Room 00100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
02/26/26 - 02/27/26
Fri 12:30p - 4:30p
Brock Administration
, Room 00100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Jan 6 – Jun 4 2026
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$2000
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Our 350-clock 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:
01/06/26 - 06/04/26
Mon, Tue, Thur 6p - 10p
Brock Administration
, Room 00100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
01/06/26 - 05/28/26
Sat 8a - 12p
Brock Administration
, Room 00100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
01/06/26 - 05/28/26
Sat 12:30p - 6:30p
Brock Administration
, Room 00100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Aug 18 – Oct 10
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$2000
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Our 350-clock 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:
08/18/25 - 10/09/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
08/18/25 - 10/09/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 5:30p
Fri 10/10/25 8a - 12p
Fri 10/10/25 12:30p - 4:30p
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Oct 20 – Dec 16
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$2000
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Our 350-clock 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:
10/20/25 - 12/15/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
10/20/25 - 12/15/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 5:30p
Tue 12/16/25 8a - 12p
Tue 12/16/25 12:30p - 4:30p
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Mar 16 – May 8 2026
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$2000
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Our 350-clock 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:
03/16/26 - 05/08/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Brock Administration
, Room 00100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
03/16/26 - 05/08/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 5:30p
Brock Administration
, Room 00100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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May 19 – Jul 11
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$2000
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Our 350-clock 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:
05/19/25 - 07/10/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
05/19/25 - 07/10/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 5:30p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
Fri 07/11/25 8a - 12p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
Fri 07/11/25 12:30p - 4:30p
Brock Administration
, Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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May 27 – Oct 23
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$2000
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Our 350-clock 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:
05/27/25 - 10/21/25
Mon, Tue, Thur 6p - 10p
Kelso Hall
, Room 107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
06/07/25 - 10/18/25
Sat 8a - 12p
Kelso Hall
, Room 107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
06/07/25 - 10/18/25
Sat 12:30p - 6:30p
Kelso Hall
, Room 107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
Thur 10/23/25 6p - 8p
Kelso Hall
, Room 107
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
May 9
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$70
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This is the new updates/electives class for the current season. And here is the best part: Get all 8 hours of continuing education for one low price!
Meeting times and locations:
Fri 05/09/25 9a - 1p
Brock Administration
, Room 207
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
Fri 05/09/25 1:30p - 5:30p
Brock Administration
, Room 207
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Oct 16
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$70
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Seated continuing education selected from among these topics: -Well Being -Lifting and Moving -Medical/Legal -Medical Terminology -Life Span Development Student prerequisite/entry requirements: Currently holds a valid North Carolina, NREMT or other State EMS Credential.
Meeting time:
Thur 10/16/25 7p - 10p
Perdue Hall
, Room 00143
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Dec 11
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$70
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Seated continuing education selected from among these topics: -Airway Management -Respiration and Artificial Ventilation -Airway Management Skills Student prerequisite/entry requirements: Currently holds a valid North Carolina, NREMT or other State EMS Credential.
Meeting time:
Thur 12/11/25 7p - 10p
Perdue Hall
, Room 00143
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Nov 13
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$70
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Seated continuing education selected from among these topics: -Primary Assessment -Secondary Assessment -Patient Assessment Medical -Patient Assessment Trauma -Monitoring Devices -Communication/Documentation Student prerequisite/entry requirements: Currently holds a valid North Carolina, NREMT or other State EMS Credential.
Meeting time:
Thur 11/13/25 7p - 10p
Perdue Hall
, Room 00143
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Nov 3 – Dec 5
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$70
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Online continuing education selected from among these topics: -Primary Assessment -Secondary Assessment -Patient Assessment Medical -Patient Assessment Trauma -Monitoring Devices -Communication/Documentation Student prerequisite/entry requirements: Currently holds a valid North Carolina, NREMT or other State EMS Credential.
Meeting time and location:
11/03/25 - 12/05/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 11:59a - 12p
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
May 15
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$70
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Seated continuing education selected from among these topics: -Bleeding and Shock -Soft Tissue Trauma/Burns -Chest/Abdominal Trauma -Head, Neck, and Spine Trauma -Multisystem Trauma -Musculoskeletal Trauma -Environmental Emergencies Student prerequisite/entry requirements: Currently holds a valid North Carolina, NREMT or other State EMS Credential.
Meeting time:
Thur 05/15/25 7p - 10p
Perdue Hall
, Room 00143
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Jul 1–31
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$70
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Online continuing education selected from among these topics: -Bleeding and Shock -Soft Tissue Trauma/Burns -Chest/Abdominal Trauma -Head, Neck, and Spine Trauma -Multisystem Trauma -Musculoskeletal Trauma -Environmental Emergencies Student prerequisite/entry requirements: Currently holds a valid North Carolina, NREMT or other State EMS Credential.
Meeting time and location:
07/01/25 - 07/31/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 11:59a - 12p
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Aug 1–30
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$70
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Online continuing education selected from among these topics: -Obstetric and Gynecological Emergencies -Pediatric Emergencies -Geriatric Emergencies -Patients with Special Challenges Student prerequisite/entry requirements: Currently holds a valid North Carolina, NREMT or other State EMS Credential.
Meeting time and location:
08/01/25 - 08/30/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 11:59a - 12p
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Jun 12
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$70
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Seated continuing education selected from among these topics: -Obstetric and Gynecological Emergencies -Pediatric Emergencies -Geriatric Emergencies -Patients with Special Challenges Student prerequisite/entry requirements: Currently holds a valid North Carolina, NREMT or other State EMS Credential.
Meeting time:
Thur 06/12/25 7p - 10p
Perdue Hall
, Room 00143
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Jul 17
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$70
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Seated continuing education selected from among these topics: -EMS Operations -HazMat for EMS -Highway Safety -Vehicle Extrication for EMS -Response to Terrorism Student prerequisite/entry requirements: Currently holds a valid North Carolina, NREMT or other State EMS Credential.
Meeting time:
Thur 07/17/25 7p - 10p
Perdue Hall
, Room 00143
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Oct 1–31
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$70
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Online continuing education selected from among these topics: -EMS Operations -HazMat for EMS -Highway Safety -Vehicle Extrication for EMS -Response to Terrorism Student prerequisite/entry requirements: Currently holds a valid North Carolina, NREMT or other State EMS Credential.
Meeting time and location:
10/01/25 - 10/31/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 11:59a - 12p
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Aug 14
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$70
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Seated continuing education on topics not included in Modules 1-7. Student prerequisite/entry requirements: Currently holds a valid North Carolina, NREMT or other State EMS Credential.
Meeting time:
Thur 08/14/25 7p - 10p
Perdue Hall
, Room 00143
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Sep 18
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$70
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Seated continuing education on topics not included in Modules 1-7. Student prerequisite/entry requirements: Currently holds a valid North Carolina, NREMT or other State EMS Credential.
Meeting time:
Thur 09/18/25 7p - 10p
Perdue Hall
, Room 00143
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Register |
Sep 15 2025 – Feb 26 2026
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$247
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This course is designed to introduce the primary responsibilities of a central sterile technician. The course includes practical applications of learned concepts and procedures. Topics include preparation, storage, distribution of instruments, supplies and equipment, quality assurance and inventory management. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the principles of sterilization/disinfection in the workplace, as well as the principles of distribution of instruments/supplies/equipment. 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:
09/15/25 - 02/26/26
Mon, Wed, Thur 5:30p - 8:30p
Perdue Hall
, Room 00140
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
01/04/26 - 02/22/26
Sun 5:30p - 6:30p
Online
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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