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Workforce Development
Brock Administration Building
New Bern Campus
252-638-7248

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This course provides employability skills training for unemployed and underemployed adults. The curriculum framework must address each of the six core HRD components: 1) assessment of an individual’s assets and limitations, 2) development of a positive self-concept, 3) development of employability skills, 4) development of communication skills, 5) development of problem-solving skills, and 6) awareness of the impact of information technology in the workplace.
Meeting times and locations:

09/14/26 - 09/16/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

09/14/26 - 09/16/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 12:30p - 4:30p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides employability skills training for unemployed and underemployed adults. The curriculum framework must address each of the six core HRD components: 1) assessment of an individual’s assets and limitations, 2) development of a positive self-concept, 3) development of employability skills, 4) development of communication skills, 5) development of problem-solving skills, and 6) awareness of the impact of information technology in the workplace.
Meeting times and locations:

11/16/26 - 11/18/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

11/16/26 - 11/18/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 12:30p - 4:30p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides employability skills training for unemployed and underemployed adults. The curriculum framework must address each of the six core HRD components: 1) assessment of an individual’s assets and limitations, 2) development of a positive self-concept, 3) development of employability skills, 4) development of communication skills, 5) development of problem-solving skills, and 6) awareness of the impact of information technology in the workplace.
Meeting times and locations:

10/19/26 - 10/21/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

10/19/26 - 10/21/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 12:30p - 4:30p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides employability skills training for unemployed and underemployed adults. The curriculum framework must address each of the six core HRD components: 1) assessment of an individual’s assets and limitations, 2) development of a positive self-concept, 3) development of employability skills, 4) development of communication skills, 5) development of problem-solving skills, and 6) awareness of the impact of information technology in the workplace.
Meeting times and locations:

11/30/26 - 12/02/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

11/30/26 - 12/02/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 12:30p - 4:30p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides employability skills training for unemployed and underemployed adults. The curriculum framework must address each of the six core HRD components: 1) assessment of an individual’s assets and limitations, 2) development of a positive self-concept, 3) development of employability skills, 4) development of communication skills, 5) development of problem-solving skills, and 6) awareness of the impact of information technology in the workplace.
Meeting times and locations:

08/17/26 - 08/19/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

08/17/26 - 08/19/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 12:30p - 4:30p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This self-paced acrylic painting class will help you to bring your ideas to life! Your instructor, Amber Harr, meets each student at their level whether this is their first time painting or they are looking to refine their skills. Bring a sketch or photo that inspires you and She will walk you through the process and provide helpful tips along the way. Supplies you’ll need to bring: .A variety of paint brushes (recommendation: Royal Brush Big Kids Choice Deluxe Beginner Synthetic Paint Brush Set, Assorted Sizes, set of 6, available on Amazon). .More than one canvas, any size is fine (recommendation: Phoenix Stretched Canvas for Painting, 11x14, 7 value pack, available on Amazon). .Acrylic Paint: Red, Yellow, Blue, White, Black and Brown, other colors are optional (recommendation: Winsor and Newton Galeria Flow Acrylics or Liquitex Professional Heavy Body Acrylic Paint. Avoid any paint that is water-based.) .A paint palette: this can be as simple as a paper plate. .A jar or container for water. .A paint apron, or wear clothes that you don’t mind getting paint on. .A picture of something you’d like to paint.
Meeting time and location:

06/07/27 - 06/28/27
Mon 1p - 3p
Orringer Hall , Room 116
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

This class will give you an introduction to the basic fundamentals of American Sign Language (ASL), including an overview of ASL history and culture. You will learn finger spelling, numbers, phrases, and expressions. This class is recommended for those who have little to no knowledge of sign language, and it will be voiced.
Meeting time and location:

09/22/26 - 10/27/26
Tue 6p - 8p
Brock Administration , Room 205
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

This class will give you an introduction to the basic fundamentals of American Sign Language (ASL), including an overview of ASL history and culture. You will learn finger spelling, numbers, phrases, and expressions. This class is recommended for those who have little to no knowledge of sign language, and it will be voiced.
Meeting time and location:

02/16/27 - 03/23/27
Tue 6p - 8p
Brock Administration , Room 205
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Students learn the basic concepts, skills and techniques of baking. Emphasis is placed on identification of products, weights and measures. Practical classes cover topics of breads, cakes, pies, puddings and desserts.
Meeting time and location:

08/18/26 - 12/08/26
Tue, Wed 5:30p - 8:30p
Volt Kitchen , Room 104
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Our hands-on curriculum will teach you the technical skills and customer service needed to work as a professional bartender. Learn the skills and techniques on how to mix, pour, and serve popular drinks and cocktails, as well as customer service, bar setup and other hospitality skill basics. Graduates will also receive their Craven Community College (Craven CC) bartender certification as well as the Responsible Alcohol Seller/Server Program (RASP) Certification from the ABC Board. Once the course is completed, students will be ready to apply for jobs as professional bartenders.
Meeting time and location:

08/25/26 - 09/09/26
Tue, Wed, Thur 11a - 2p
Volt Kitchen , Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This ten-day course is designed to assist the unemployed, under-employed or those who have received notice of a pending lay-off with aligning their interests, skills and abilities with jobs in the community. In this course, students will start by learning to use the computer to job search, build a resume, construct a cover letter, and upload their resume to a job posting. Students will also get training in matching their skills, abilities and interests to the existing job market. Students will participate in mock interviews and learn appropriate dress attire for those seeking employment. Students will end the course by learning money management and financial planning skills. Lastly, students will tour NCWorks and will meet with potential employers upon successful completion of the course.
Meeting times and locations:

09/14/26 - 09/25/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8:30a - 12p
Religious Community Services , Room 001
Off Campus

09/14/26 - 09/25/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 4p
Religious Community Services , Room 001
Off Campus

This ten-day course is designed to assist the unemployed, under-employed or those who have received notice of a pending lay-off with aligning their interests, skills and abilities with jobs in the community. In this course, students will start by learning to use the computer to job search, build a resume, construct a cover letter, and upload their resume to a job posting. Students will also get training in matching their skills, abilities and interests to the existing job market. Students will participate in mock interviews and learn appropriate dress attire for those seeking employment. Students will end the course by learning money management and financial planning skills. Lastly, students will tour NCWorks and will meet with potential employers upon successful completion of the course.
Meeting times and locations:

10/12/26 - 10/23/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8:30a - 12p
Religious Community Services , Room 001
Off Campus

10/12/26 - 10/23/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 4p
Religious Community Services , Room 001
Off Campus

This ten-day course is designed to assist the unemployed, under-employed or those who have received notice of a pending lay-off with aligning their interests, skills and abilities with jobs in the community. In this course, students will start by learning to use the computer to job search, build a resume, construct a cover letter, and upload their resume to a job posting. Students will also get training in matching their skills, abilities and interests to the existing job market. Students will participate in mock interviews and learn appropriate dress attire for those seeking employment. Students will end the course by learning money management and financial planning skills. Lastly, students will tour NCWorks and will meet with potential employers upon successful completion of the course.
Meeting times and locations:

11/02/26 - 11/13/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8:30a - 12p
Religious Community Services , Room 001
Off Campus

11/02/26 - 11/13/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 4p
Religious Community Services , Room 001
Off Campus

This ten-day course is designed to assist the unemployed, under-employed or those who have received notice of a pending lay-off with aligning their interests, skills and abilities with jobs in the community. In this course, students will start by learning to use the computer to job search, build a resume, construct a cover letter, and upload their resume to a job posting. Students will also get training in matching their skills, abilities and interests to the existing job market. Students will participate in mock interviews and learn appropriate dress attire for those seeking employment. Students will end the course by learning money management and financial planning skills. Lastly, students will tour NCWorks and will meet with potential employers upon successful completion of the course.
Meeting times and locations:

12/07/26 - 12/18/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8:30a - 12p
Religious Community Services , Room 001
Off Campus

12/07/26 - 12/18/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 4p
Religious Community Services , Room 001
Off Campus

In this 5-week class students will explore the fundamentals of working with oils while learning to capture the beauty of the natural landscape. The course will focus on simplifying the landscape into value masses, color mixing, and the art of light and shadow. Experience with oil or acrylic painting is required. Recommended supply list: .Pencil and small sketch pad .Hog bristle brushes - "flats" - size 6, 8 (optional: size 4 and 10) .Synthetic brushes - "flats" - in size 6 and 8 (optional: size 4 and 10) .Palette knife for mixing paints .Oil paints (Winsor & Newton or Gamblin are great) .Alizarin Crimson, Cad Yellow Light, French Ultramarine Blue, and Titanium White .Optional colors to add: Cad Red, Yellow Ochre, Viridian, Transparent Red Oxide .Oil-primed linen panels by Centurion - 6x8", 8x10", and 9x12" (optional: 11x14") .Palette for mixing paint - a tabletop is preferred, but a disposable pad is fine .Gamsol (odorless mineral spirits) .Glass jar for gamsol (an empty jam jar works well) .Roll of paper towels (my favorite brand is Viva) .Wet panel carriers or an empty pizza box to transport paintings .Apron .Baby wipes for easy clean-up
Meeting time and location:

10/07/26 - 11/04/26
Wed 12:30p - 3:30p
Orringer Hall , Room 116
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

The course is designed specifically to the training requirements necessary to sit for the certification examination for Code Enforcement Officials in North Carolina. Instruction is focused on the laws and regulations related to building codes and the code inspections process used in the design and construction of residential and commercial buildings.
Meeting times and locations:

Fri 09/25/26 8a - 12p
Law Enforcement Training , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Fri 09/25/26 1p - 5p
Law Enforcement Training , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Sat 09/26/26 8a - 12p
Law Enforcement Training , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Sat 09/26/26 1p - 4p
Law Enforcement Training , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

128-hour Hybrid Black Belt Course
Meeting times and locations:

09/10/26 - 02/25/27
Thur 5:30p - 9:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

Sun 09/20/26 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

Sun 10/11/26 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

Sun 10/25/26 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

11/15/26 - 11/22/26
Sun 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

Sun 12/06/26 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

Sun 01/10/27 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

Sun 01/24/27 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

Sun 02/07/27 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

Sun 02/21/27 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

128-hour Hybrid Black Belt Course
Meeting times and locations:

09/09/27 - 03/02/28
Thur 5:30p - 9:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

Sun 09/19/27 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

Sun 10/03/27 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

Sun 10/17/27 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

Sun 10/31/27 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

Sun 11/14/27 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

Sun 12/05/27 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

Sun 01/09/28 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

Sun 01/30/28 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

Sun 02/06/28 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

Sun 02/27/28 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

60-hour Hybrid Green Belt Course
Meeting times and locations:

05/06/27 - 07/22/27
Thur 5:30p - 9:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

Sun 05/16/27 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

Sun 06/06/27 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

Sun 07/11/27 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

15-hour Yellow Belt course
Meeting time and location:

08/10/26 - 08/26/26
Mon, Wed 5:30p - 8p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

This dessert is simply amazing! It will bring out the lover of mousse in you, and may easily become your favorite French dessert to make for family and friends! A mousse is a foamy, soft prepared dessert that incorporates air bubbles to give it a light and airy texture that will melt in your mouth. Bring take-out containers or Tupperware to transport your baked dessert home.
Meeting time:

Mon 05/10/27 10a - 12p
Mayte Sweets , Room 001
Off Campus

This dessert is simply amazing! It will bring out the lover of mousse in you, and may easily become your favorite French dessert to make for family and friends! A mousse is a foamy, soft prepared dessert that incorporates air bubbles to give it a light and airy texture that will melt in your mouth. Bring take-out containers or Tupperware to transport your baked dessert home.
Meeting time:

Mon 05/10/27 6p - 8p
Mayte Sweets , Room 001
Off Campus

Mah Jongg is a tile-based game using strategies and rules similar to rummy. Although the game originated in China, we will be playing athe American version of Mah Jongg. We will learn and follow the National Mah Jongg League rules and table etiquette. Mah Jongg is enjoying a resurgence of popularity since its introduction into early 20th century American homes. There are many groups of Mah Jongg players in the New Bern area. Once you master the game basics and table etiquette, you will be ready to join them for hours of fun and competition!
Meeting time and location:

09/02/26 - 09/23/26
Wed 6p - 8p
Ward Hall , Room 115
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

The holiday season is right around the corner, and there’s no better way to welcome it than by adding a handmade touch to your home. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just looking for a festive and relaxing experience, our holiday class is the perfect holiday event! In this 2-hour, hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to design and assemble a beautiful, long-lasting wreath that brings timeless elegance to your holiday décor.
Meeting time:

Thur 11/19/26 6p - 8p
Perdue Hall , Room 144
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

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