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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:

06/15/26 - 06/17/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

06/15/26 - 06/17/26
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:

07/20/26 - 07/22/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

07/20/26 - 07/22/26
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

The Basic Hydraulics training course covers hydraulic principles of mechanical maintenance, types of hydraulic fluids and their characteristics. Describes components of the hydraulic system and their functions for maintenance procedures, including filters and strainers, reservoirs and accumulators, pumps, piping, tubing and hoses, control valves, relief valves, and actuating devices. This hydraulics course covers a variety of cylinders and training on hydraulic system components. This course has no prerequisites.
Meeting times and locations:

07/13/26 - 07/17/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 7:30a - 11:30a
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

07/13/26 - 07/17/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12p - 4p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course is a 40-hour designed to provide training in topics related to criminal investigation. Course topics may include, but are not limited to, basic criminal investigation, arson investigation, crime scene investigation, abuse investigation, drug investigations, evidence and case management, gambling investigations, interview and interrogation, sex crimes investigation, crime analysis, fraud investigation, fingerprinting, covert operations, gang activity investigations, cyber crime investigations, photography techniques and photographic evidence, auto theft investigation, psychological profiling, and developing and managing confidential sources. This course is fee waivered to all sworn and or affiliated Law Enforcement Officers.
Meeting times and locations:

08/17/26 - 08/21/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

08/17/26 - 08/21/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 1p - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
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:

06/23/26 - 07/28/26
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:

09/22/26 - 10/27/26
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:

07/07/26 - 07/22/26
Tue, Wed, Thur 11a - 2p
Volt Kitchen , Room 107
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 class is open to everyone whether you think you can draw or not! We all have the potential to make extraordinary works of art. You will be provided an outline of a dog, cat, person, etc. and learn how to use pencils to make it come to life, using different layering and blending techniques. Continue to make your own masterpieces at home with the tips, tricks, and techniques you will learn in this class. You will learn: - how to create fur, skin, etc. - how to use erasure to create depth and realism - the importance of layering and blending - effects of smooth vs. textured paper Please bring the following supplies to class: - Faber Castell 9000 Graphite pencils-12 piece set - kneaded eraser and pencil sharpener - sketch pad or drawing paper
Meeting time and location:

08/04/26 - 08/25/26
Tue 6p - 7:30p
Orringer Hall , Room 111
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

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:

07/06/26 - 07/17/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8:30a - 12p
Religious Community Services , Room 001
Off Campus

07/06/26 - 07/17/26
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:

08/03/26 - 08/14/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8:30a - 12p
Religious Community Services , Room 001
Off Campus

08/03/26 - 08/14/26
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:

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

This certification-related course is designed to provide training mandated by a NC accrediting commission or agency of state or Federal government for continued certification as a criminal justice officer.
Meeting times and locations:

11/02/26 - 11/04/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

11/02/26 - 11/04/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 1p - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

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