Our Workforce Development (WFD) department provides hundreds of short-term training programs in a wide range of topics. You don't need to complete the college application process to take a WFD class. Simply click on one you're interested in to find out more class information and register directly from there!

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. 

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Brock Administration Building
New Bern Campus
252-638-7248

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The 128-clock hour Aviation Maintenance course is designed to prepare individuals with civilian or military experience for the Federal Aviation Certification of Airframe Technician. Coupling classroom discussions and shop exercises, the individual will become competent in the Airframe phase of Certification in FAA Regulated Aircraft Maintenance.
Meeting times and locations:

08/26/25 - 10/15/25
Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 5:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

09/05/25 - 10/10/25
Fri 12:30p - 3p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

The 128-clock hour Aviation Maintenance course is designed to prepare individuals with civilian or military experience for the Federal Aviation Certification of Airframe Technician. Coupling classroom discussions and shop exercises, the individual will become competent in the Airframe phase of Certification in FAA Regulated Aircraft Maintenance.
Meeting times and locations:

10/16/25 - 12/16/25
Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 5:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

10/17/25 - 12/12/25
Fri 12:30p - 3p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

The 128-clock hour Aviation Maintenance course is designed to prepare individuals with civilian or military experience for the Federal Aviation Certification of Airframe Technician. Coupling classroom discussions and shop exercises, the individual will become competent in the Airframe phase of Certification in FAA Regulated Aircraft Maintenance.
Meeting times and locations:

08/25/25 - 12/18/25
Mon, Thur 5:30p - 9:30p
IAT , Room 00103
Havelock

Sun 11/16/25 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

The 128-clock hour Aviation Maintenance course is designed to prepare individuals with civilian or military experience for the Federal Aviation Certification of Airframe Technician. Coupling classroom discussions and shop exercises, the individual will become competent in the Airframe phase of Certification in FAA Regulated Aircraft Maintenance.
Meeting time and location:

01/05/26 - 05/07/26
Mon, Thur 5:30p - 9:30p
IAT , Room 00103
Havelock

The 128-clock hour Aviation Maintenance course is designed to prepare individuals with civilian or military experience for the Federal Aviation Certification of Power Plant Technician. Coupling classroom discussions and shop exercises, the individual will become competent in the Power Plant phase of Certification in FAA Regulated Aircraft Maintenance.
Meeting times and locations:

07/02/25 - 08/20/25
Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 5:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

07/11/25 - 08/15/25
Fri 12:30p - 3p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

The 128-clock hour Aviation Maintenance course is designed to prepare individuals with civilian or military experience for the Federal Aviation Certification of Power Plant Technician. Coupling classroom discussions and shop exercises, the individual will become competent in the Power Plant phase of Certification in FAA Regulated Aircraft Maintenance.
Meeting times and locations:

08/26/25 - 10/15/25
Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 5:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

09/05/25 - 10/10/25
Fri 12:30p - 3p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

The 128-clock hour Aviation Maintenance course is designed to prepare individuals with civilian or military experience for the Federal Aviation Certification of Power Plant Technician. Coupling classroom discussions and shop exercises, the individual will become competent in the Power Plant phase of Certification in FAA Regulated Aircraft Maintenance.
Meeting times and locations:

10/16/25 - 12/16/25
Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 5:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

10/17/25 - 12/12/25
Fri 12:30p - 3p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

The 128-clock hour Aviation Maintenance course is designed to prepare individuals with civilian or military experience for the Federal Aviation Certification of Power Plant Technician. Coupling classroom discussions and shop exercises, the individual will become competent in the Power Plant phase of Certification in FAA Regulated Aircraft Maintenance.
Meeting times and locations:

08/25/25 - 12/18/25
Mon, Thur 5:30p - 9:30p
IAT , Room 00103
Havelock

Sun 11/16/25 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

The 128-clock hour Aviation Maintenance course is designed to prepare individuals with civilian or military experience for the Federal Aviation Certification of Power Plant Technician. Coupling classroom discussions and shop exercises, the individual will become competent in the Power Plant phase of Certification in FAA Regulated Aircraft Maintenance.
Meeting time and location:

01/05/26 - 05/07/26
Mon, Thur 5:30p - 9:30p
IAT , Room 00103
Havelock

This course includes instructional content for Fire Detection & Suppression Systems and Fire and Life Safety Initiatives. This course will present the candidate with the knowledge, skills, and ability to satisfy the requirements of NFPA 1001: Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications (2019 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, 2020/2019 Edition NFPA Standard.
Meeting times and locations:

06/05/25 - 06/17/25
Tue, Thur 6p - 10p
West New Bern Fire Dept , Room 001
Off Campus

06/24/25 - 06/25/25
Tue, Wed 6p - 10p
West New Bern Fire Dept , Room 001
Off Campus

Tue 07/01/25 6p - 10p
West New Bern Fire Dept , Room 001
Off Campus

This course will present the candidate with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to satisfy the requirements of NFPA 1001: Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications, (2019 edition; Chapters 4 and 5) and NFPA 1072: Standard for Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Emergency Response Personnel Professional Qualifications (2017 edition; Chapters 4, 5, 6.2, and 6.6). In addition, this series will include the Traffic Incident Management System (TIMS) training, the Mayday and Firefighter Safety and Survival segments, as well as the Emergency Medical requirements found in Chapter 6 of NFPA 1001: Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications (2019 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, 2020/2019 Edition NFPA Standard.

Meeting times and locations:

04/07/26 - 11/05/26
Tue, Wed, Thur 6p - 10p
New Bern Fire Dept. , Room 001
Off Campus

04/18/26 - 08/29/26
Sat 8a - 12p
New Bern Fire Dept. , Room 001
Off Campus

04/18/26 - 08/29/26
Sat 1p - 6p
New Bern Fire Dept. , Room 001
Off Campus

09/12/26 - 11/05/26
Sat 8a - 12p
New Bern Fire Dept. , Room 001
Off Campus

09/12/26 - 11/05/26
Sat 1p - 6p
New Bern Fire Dept. , Room 001
Off Campus

Sat 08/29/26 8a - 12p
New Bern Fire Dept. , Room 001
Off Campus

Sat 08/29/26 1p - 6p
New Bern Fire Dept. , Room 001
Off Campus

Would you like to build skills for work in the culinary/restaurant industry? If so, this course is for you! Learn how the food industry operates in the back of house kitchen. After this course you will understand food service techniques, food safety, and other food production basics. Hands-on training is part of the course, and upon completion you’ll be prepared for employment in restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and health facilities.
Meeting time and location:

05/19/25 - 07/31/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 1p
Volt Kitchen , Room 104
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Would you like to build skills for work in the culinary/restaurant industry? If so, this course is for you! Learn how the food industry operates in the back of house kitchen. After this course you will understand food service techniques, food safety, and other food production basics. Hands-on training is part of the course, and upon completion you’ll be prepared for employment in restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and health facilities.
Meeting time and location:

08/18/25 - 10/30/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 1p
Volt Kitchen , Room 104
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:

Thur 06/26/25 8a - 12p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Thur 06/26/25 1p - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Tue 07/08/25 8a - 12p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Tue 07/08/25 1p - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

This course introduces the theory, design, terminology, and operating adjustments for heavy systems. Emphasis is placed on safety, the theory of operation, inspection, measuring, and rebuilding of heavy truck systems according to factory specifications. Upon completion, students should be able to measure,diagnose problems, and repair heavy truck systems.
Meeting times and locations:

08/18/25 - 12/18/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 101
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Fri 08/22/25 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 101
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course introduces the theory, design, terminology, and operating adjustments for heavy systems. Emphasis is placed on safety, the theory of operation, inspection, measuring, and rebuilding of heavy truck systems according to factory specifications. Upon completion, students should be able to measure,diagnose problems, and repair heavy truck systems.
Meeting times and locations:

08/18/25 - 12/18/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 5p - 9p
Diesel Garage , Room 101
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Fri 08/22/25 5p - 9p
Diesel Garage , Room 101
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Welcome to ’How to Use Watercolor Paints! You will create four watercolor greeting cards by the end of the course. Four sets of high- quality Strathmore cards and envelopes will be supplied by the instructor. Please bring: .Watercolor set: Prang Oval-16 Pan Watercolor Paint Set .Paintbrush set (Amazon or Hobby Lobby) .Professional Artist Paint Brush Set of 12 .Basic #2 school pencil or drawing pencil .Micro outlining pen (no bleed) .Kneaded eraser .Watercolor Sketch Book for practicing .Bucket or small container to hold all your painting supplies .2 small glasses or jars (one to rinse brushes in; one for clean water) .A glass jar or metal container to hold your brushes (always store tip up) .Paper towels (about 20 sheets or 1 roll) .Small spray bottle for water Optional: Ruler, old toothbrush, white crayon, sea salt/regular table salt (¼ cup of each), plastic wrap, Q-Tips (1 dozen), Cotton balls (1 dozen), hair dryer
Meeting time and location:

09/26/25 - 10/31/25
Fri 10a - 12p
Orringer Hall , Room 111
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Would you like to build skills for work in the culinary/restaurant industry? If so, this course is for you! Learn how the food industry operates in the back of house kitchen. After this course you will understand food service techniques, food safety, and other food production basics. Hands-on training is part of the course, and upon completion you’ll be prepared for employment in restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and health facilities.
Meeting time and location:

08/04/25 - 08/13/25
Mon, Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
Volt Kitchen , Room 104
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Would you like to build skills for work in the culinary/restaurant industry? If so, this course is for you! Learn how the food industry operates in the back of house kitchen. After this course you will understand food service techniques, food safety, and other food production basics. Hands-on training is part of the course, and upon completion you’ll be prepared for employment in restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and health facilities.
Meeting time and location:

12/01/25 - 12/08/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Volt Kitchen , Room 104
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides employability skills training for unemployed and underemployed adults. The curriculum framework and the content of the instructional materials will focus on computer use skills as it relates to: 1) developing basic keyboarding, wordprocessing and Internet skills, 2) learning technology-based job search strategies to include the use of social networking, 3) applying for employment online, and 4) accessing governmental and education resources and services. The cost to attend this course is waived for most students. Please call us at 252-638-7248 to see if you qualify to attend at no cost.
Meeting times and locations:

06/12/25 - 06/17/25
Tue, Thur 5:30p - 8:30p
IAT , Room 00115
Havelock

Sat 06/14/25 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

This course provides employability skills training for unemployed and underemployed adults. The curriculum framework and the content of the instructional materials will focus on computer use skills as it relates to: 1) developing basic keyboarding, wordprocessing and Internet skills, 2) learning technology-based job search strategies to include the use of social networking, 3) applying for employment online, and 4) accessing governmental and education resources and services. The cost to attend this course is waived for most students. Please call us at 252-638-7248 to see if you qualify to attend at no cost.
Meeting times and locations:

07/10/25 - 07/15/25
Tue, Thur 5:30p - 8:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

Sat 07/12/25 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

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:

07/14/25 - 07/18/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 7:30a - 11:30a
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

07/14/25 - 07/18/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12p - 4p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Students will learn the theory of how two-and four-stroke outboard motors operate. This course will teach students how to repair, maintain, and rebuild two-stroke and four-stroke outboard motors. Also, students will learn about fuel, ignition, manual and electric starting systems, and charging systems. Small gearcase operation and repair are also covered.
Meeting time and location:

05/28/25 - 06/26/25
Wed, Thur 8a - 1p
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:

07/07/25 - 07/11/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Law Enforcement Training , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

07/07/25 - 07/11/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 1p - 5p
Law Enforcement Training , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

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