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Contact Information
Workforce Development
Brock Administration Building
New Bern Campus
252-638-7248
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Sep 14 2026 – Mar 8 2027
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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:
09/14/26 - 03/08/27
Mon, Wed, Thur 5:30p - 8:30p
Perdue Hall
, Room 00142
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
12/06/26 - 02/21/27
Sun 5:30p - 6:30p
Online
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Oct 19
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$100
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The baguette, originating from France, has a soft, airy, and chewy interior made with an irregular structure of air pockets. It appears as a long, thin loaf of bread with rounded edges. Focaccia originated from Italy and is considered a precursor to pizza. It is a flatbread, typically baked in a sheet pan. Its interior is soft and fluffy with a crispy, oily crust. Which is the better bread: Baguette or Focaccia? Well, you make them and you decide! Bring take-out containers or Tupperware to transport your baked goods home.
Meeting time:
Mon 10/19/26 10a - 12p
Mayte Sweets
, Room 001
Off Campus
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Apr 5 2027
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$100
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Une Tarte au Citron is a very, very beautiful French dessert! You will love the lemon curd filling that makes this tarte a joy to savor. Pâte Sucree is unlike some other pastry doughs as it is sweet in flavor and has a crumbly and tender texture that makes it less flaky than traditional pie crusts. It is known for its buttery consistency, resembling a sugar or shortbread cookie. Bon appétit! Bring take-out containers or Tupperware to transport your baked desserts home.
Meeting time:
Mon 04/05/27 10a - 12p
Mayte Sweets
, Room 001
Off Campus
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Apr 5 2027
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$100
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Une Tarte au Citron is a very, very beautiful French dessert! You will love the lemon curd filling that makes this tarte a joy to savor. Pâte Sucree is unlike some other pastry doughs as it is sweet in flavor and has a crumbly and tender texture that makes it less flaky than traditional pie crusts. It is known for its buttery consistency, resembling a sugar or shortbread cookie. Bon appétit! Bring take-out containers or Tupperware to transport your baked desserts home.
Meeting time:
Mon 04/05/27 6p - 8p
Mayte Sweets
, Room 001
Off Campus
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Oct 5 – Nov 9
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$100
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Step into one of history’s most extraordinary true adventures. The 1914 Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition-led by Sir Ernest Shackleton-is widely regarded as the greatest survival story ever told. In this engaging class, you’ll explore the extreme challenges faced by the crew and uncover the remarkable leadership and decision-making strategies Shackleton used to keep his team alive. Discover how his timeless approach to resilience, teamwork, and crisis management continues to influence modern business and leadership today. Required materials: 1) Shackleton’s Way; leadership lessons from the great Antarctic explorer By: Margot Morrell and Stephanie Capparell Preface by Alexandra Shackleton ISBN. 978-0-14-200236-0 2) Endurance: Shackleton’s Incredible Voyage By: Alfred Lansing ISBN 978-0-465-06288-1 Recommended, but not required: 1)A&E "Shackleton" starring Kenneth Branagh 3-disc set: first two discs tell the story, the third covers Shackleton’s biography, history of Antarctic exploration, and the making of the movie. 2)South: Shackleton’s Last Expedition 1914-1917 By: Sir Ernest Shackleton 100th Anniversary Edition ISBN 9781952433542 3)Endurance: An Epic of Polar Adventure By: F. A. Worsley, Captain, HMS Endurance ISBN 978-0-393-31994-1
Meeting time:
10/05/26 - 11/09/26
Mon 6p - 7:30p |
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Sep 2 – Nov 4
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$100
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Do you need to refresh your French language skills? This class aims to build upon existing French knowledge, especially for those who haven’t used the language regularly. You will practice vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills, allowing you to re-familiarize yourself with this romantic language and enhance your proficiency.
Meeting time and location:
09/02/26 - 11/04/26
Wed 6p - 7:30p
Brock Administration
, Room 200
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Jun 9 – Aug 11 2027
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$100
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Do you need to refresh your French language skills? This class aims to build upon existing French knowledge, especially for those who haven’t used the language regularly. You will practice vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills, allowing you to re-familiarize yourself with this romantic language and enhance your proficiency.
Meeting time and location:
06/09/27 - 08/11/27
Wed 6p - 7:30p
Brock Administration
, Room 200
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Sep 14 – Oct 21
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$100
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This is a fun and interactive beginner Spanish language class which is immersive in nature. You will learn: - how to introduce yourself - how to give and ask for information - how to build sentences (like order food;as for prices, directions and assistance) - how to refer to family and friends - how to tell time, and refer to holidays - how to describe people and places In addition, you will learn how to communicate with Spanish speakers you will meet while traveling or in everyday life. We will be using phrases and functional (everyday) vocabulary, with group practice and varied activities. The class ends with an off-campus activity.
Meeting time and location:
09/14/26 - 10/21/26
Mon, Wed 6p - 7:30p
Brock Administration
, Room 205
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Sep 14 – Nov 16
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$120
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The course is design to teach students about the craft beer brewing industry. Course content may focus on 1) identifying beer flavors and styles and 2) understanding the brewing process and beer ingredients. Student will also gain a base knowledge of beer history and historical styles, retail beer storage and service issues, and beer pairing principles.
Meeting times and locations:
09/14/26 - 09/28/26
Mon 5:30p - 7:30p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
Mon 10/05/26 4:30p - 8:30p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
10/12/26 - 10/19/26
Mon 5:30p - 7:30p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
Mon 10/26/26 4:30p - 8:30p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
11/02/26 - 11/16/26
Mon 5:30p - 7:30p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Jul 16–30
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$125
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This course includes an overview of the types of apparatus equipped with fire pumps, apparatus safety, positioning, basic operations, and the abilities to satisfy the key requirements of NFPA 1002: Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications (2017 edition). This course should be offered consistent with the most current NC Fire and Rescue Commission guidelines; contact the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) for details. Effective date July 1, 2020/NFPA 1002 Standard, 2017 edition.
Meeting times and locations:
07/16/26 - 07/30/26
Tue, Thur 8a - 12p
New Bern Fire Dept.
, Room 001
Off Campus
07/16/26 - 07/30/26
Tue, Thur 1p - 5p
New Bern Fire Dept.
, Room 001
Off Campus
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Aug 17
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$100
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Did you know that créme Brûlée is also known as burnt cream? It is a dessert consisting of a rich custard base topped with a layer of hardened caramelized sugar. It is typically served cold as the custard needs time to cool and set to achieve its proper, creamy texture. Créme caramel, or flan, is notably more stiff and jiggly than créme brûlée, although both consist of a combination of eggs, dairy, and sugar. It gets even better! Do you want to know how to make the best cheesecake of your life? Well, this class is for you. Not only will you make créme brûlée and flan, but also the perfect, creamy cheesecake that actually freezes very well! Bring take-out containers or Tupperware to transport your baked desserts home.
Meeting time:
Mon 08/17/26 10a - 12p
Mayte Sweets
, Room 001
Off Campus
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Jul 27 – Aug 5
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$70.60
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This course covers the fundamentals of training persons interested in the installation and maintenance of electrical systems found in residential surroundings. Coursework, most of which is hands-on, will include such topics as AC/DC theory, basic wiring practices, understanding safety of electricity. Topics include safety, tools and instrumentation, troubleshooting techniques, electrical power, wiring applications, outlets, switches, circuit breakers and service panels, lighting applications, National Electric Code discussion, and more. Heavy emphasis will be placed on students having plenty of hands-on work, follow safety standards, and develop confidence to know when you can fix something yourself or when to call the professionals.
Meeting time and location:
07/27/26 - 08/05/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall
, 111B
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Sep 15–17
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$70
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Narcotic investigations can be the most dangerous type of investigation that a uniform officer might encounter in the performance of his/her duties. The officers attending this class will not only gain a complete awareness of the drugs facing them today, but they will acquire the expertise needed to make quality observations and sound judgments in determining drug use. Officers will be better equipped to identify drug distribution and smuggling not only in roadside situations but in the community that they patrol. The officer safety issues learned in this course will not only benefit the officers attending the course but the members of their community as well. Course fee is waived for all sworn/affiliated NC Law Enforcement Officers.
Meeting times and locations:
09/15/26 - 09/17/26
Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
09/15/26 - 09/17/26
Tue, Wed, Thur 1p - 3p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Jul 15 – Sep 14
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$70
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100% online 8-week course focused on business productivity applications (word processing, spreadsheets, accounting, programming, etc.). Pick your course title at www.ed2go.com/cravencc (add to cart/checkout), register with/make payment to Craven CC, and attend on your schedule to meet your educational needs.
Meeting time:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat, Sun
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Aug 12 – Oct 12
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$70
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100% online 8-week course focused on business productivity applications (word processing, spreadsheets, accounting, programming, etc.). Pick your course title at www.ed2go.com/cravencc (add to cart/checkout), register with/make payment to Craven CC, and attend on your schedule to meet your educational needs.
Meeting time:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat, Sun
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Sep 16 – Nov 16
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$70
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100% online 8-week course focused on business productivity applications (word processing, spreadsheets, accounting, programming, etc.). Pick your course title at www.ed2go.com/cravencc (add to cart/checkout), register with/make payment to Craven CC, and attend on your schedule to meet your educational needs.
Meeting time:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat, Sun
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Oct 14 – Dec 14
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$70
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100% online 8-week course focused on business productivity applications (word processing, spreadsheets, accounting, programming, etc.). Pick your course title at www.ed2go.com/cravencc (add to cart/checkout), register with/make payment to Craven CC, and attend on your schedule to meet your educational needs.
Meeting time:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat, Sun
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Nov 11 2026 – Jan 11 2027
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$70
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100% online 8-week course focused on business productivity applications (word processing, spreadsheets, accounting, programming, etc.). Pick your course title at www.ed2go.com/cravencc (add to cart/checkout), register with/make payment to Craven CC, and attend on your schedule to meet your educational needs.
Meeting time:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat, Sun
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Dec 16 2026 – Feb 15 2027
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$70
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100% online 8-week course focused on business productivity applications (word processing, spreadsheets, accounting, programming, etc.). Pick your course title at www.ed2go.com/cravencc (add to cart/checkout), register with/make payment to Craven CC, and attend on your schedule to meet your educational needs.
Meeting time:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat, Sun
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Jul 15 – Sep 14
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$70
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100% online 8-week course related to organizational effectiveness: 1) communication skills, 2) dealing with employee conflicts, 3) understanding human behavior 4)workforce skills, 5) increasing personal effectiveness and 6) goal setting. Pick your course title at www.ed2go.com/cravencc (add to cart/checkout), register with/make payment to Craven CC, and attend on your schedule to meet your educational needs.
Meeting time:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat, Sun
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Aug 12 – Oct 12
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$70
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100% online 8-week course related to organizational effectiveness: 1) communication skills, 2) dealing with employee conflicts, 3) understanding human behavior 4)workforce skills, 5) increasing personal effectiveness and 6) goal setting. Pick your course title at www.ed2go.com/cravencc (add to cart/checkout), register with/make payment to Craven CC, and attend on your schedule to meet your educational needs.
Meeting time:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat, Sun
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Sep 16 – Nov 16
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$70
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100% online 8-week course related to organizational effectiveness: 1) communication skills, 2) dealing with employee conflicts, 3) understanding human behavior 4)workforce skills, 5) increasing personal effectiveness and 6) goal setting. Pick your course title at www.ed2go.com/cravencc (add to cart/checkout), register with/make payment to Craven CC, and attend on your schedule to meet your educational needs.
Meeting time:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat, Sun
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Oct 14 – Dec 14
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$70
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100% online 8-week course related to organizational effectiveness: 1) communication skills, 2) dealing with employee conflicts, 3) understanding human behavior 4)workforce skills, 5) increasing personal effectiveness and 6) goal setting. Pick your course title at www.ed2go.com/cravencc (add to cart/checkout), register with/make payment to Craven CC, and attend on your schedule to meet your educational needs.
Meeting time:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat, Sun
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Nov 11 2026 – Jan 11 2027
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$70
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100% online 8-week course related to organizational effectiveness: 1) communication skills, 2) dealing with employee conflicts, 3) understanding human behavior 4)workforce skills, 5) increasing personal effectiveness and 6) goal setting. Pick your course title at www.ed2go.com/cravencc (add to cart/checkout), register with/make payment to Craven CC, and attend on your schedule to meet your educational needs.
Meeting time:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat, Sun
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
World Wide Web
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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