Ready to take your career in a new direction? Start with short-term training at Craven Community College.

Our Workforce Development classes put you on the fast track to new opportunities with hands-on training designed for today’s workforce. Build career-ready skills in healthcare, construction and skilled trades, transportation, aviation, business and industry, hospitality, public safety, and more. Whether you’re starting something new, building on the skills you already have, or preparing for your next career move, you can train here and take those skills anywhere.

Scholarships, VA benefits, Workforce Pell, and other financial assistance may be available for eligible programs. Contact us today to see what options are available to you.

Construction Trades

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Take a hands-on approach to your career opportunities with construction and trades classes. The courses listed below are certification courses that lead to living wage jobs in our area and are offered at the Volt Center and our Havelock campus.

Health Programs

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Phlebotomy student examines vials of blood

The demand for employees in the healthcare field continues to grow across the country and here in Eastern North Carolina. Explore short-term training opportunities as a technician, nurse aide, and more.

Hospitality Programs

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From food and customer service to bartending and brewing, gain hands-on training with programs that will help you enter the versatile hospitality industry.

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Patient Service Representative

If you’re looking for a way to start a career in healthcare or to sharpen your administrative skills, the Patient Service Representative class is a great option. Learn how to handle medical scheduling, insurance, and professional patient communication in this comprehensive course offered at the Volt Center.

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Truck Driver Training

Our Commercial Driver License (CDL) program will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You'll be tested thoroughly both on the road and through written exams to make sure you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles.

Orientation is mandatory, so be sure to sign up!

Truck Driver Training

Additional Programs

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Barbering Concepts

If you're looking for a career that helps people look their best, our Barbering Concepts program will assist you in becoming a professional barber-stylist. Upon completion, you’ll be prepared to take the North Carolina Board of Barbering Examiners exam to qualify as an apprentice.

We offer full-time and part-time programs, and scholarships are available. 

Barbering Concepts

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Online Classes

Craven Community College offers a vast number of online courses through our educational partner, Ed2Go. Courses are designed to be engaging and fun while also educational and career enhancing. These courses are very affordable and usually require 24 hours of online instruction.

View Ed2Go Classes

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College & Career Ready

Earn a high school diploma or learn English as a Second Language (ESL) through the College & Career Readiness program. Additionally, our Transitions Academy program offers students with mild intellectual disabilities an opportunity to learn skills that prepare them for college or the workforce.

College & Career Readiness

Volt Toolbelt Trust

Take a class at the Volt Center and get up to 100% of your registration costs covered at no cost. This new scholarship opportunity has limited availability and will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Learn more about Volt Toolbelt Trust

Current Workforce Class Schedule

Workforce Development
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Powered industrial lift equipment requires trained, confident operators to ensure safe and efficient jobsite operations. This 16-Hour Lull Extender Lift course provides comprehensive training on the safe operation, load handling, and hazard awareness associated with telescopic handlers. Participants will gain the skills needed to operate equipment responsibly while supporting OSHA compliance and reducing workplace risk. This course provides instruction aligned with OSHA 1910 and 1926 Powered Industrial Truck and Material Handling Equipment standards. Training includes equipment components and controls, stability principles, load capacity and load charts, proper inspection procedures, safe traveling and lifting techniques, jobsite hazard recognition, and operator responsibilities. Hands-on instruction reinforces safe operating practices for real-world jobsite conditions.
Meeting times and locations:

11/17/26 - 11/18/26
Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

11/17/26 - 11/18/26
Tue, Wed 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

This training meets the requirements of OSHA 1926 Subpart X (Construction - Stairways and Ladders) and OSHA 1910 (General Industry - Fall Protection). Instruction includes identifying and eliminating fall hazards; proper use of fall protection systems such as tripods and winches, full-body harnesses, lanyards, and connection devices; and ladder safety fundamentals. Participants will learn when ladder use is required, how to select and inspect ladders, proper ladder setup, and safe mounting, ascending, and descending techniques.
Meeting times and locations:

10/06/26 - 10/08/26
Tue, Wed, Thur 9a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

10/06/26 - 10/08/26
Tue, Wed, Thur 1p - 4p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:

10/05/26 - 10/14/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

10/05/26 - 10/14/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:

10/17/26 - 11/07/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

10/17/26 - 11/07/26
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:

01/16/27 - 02/06/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

01/16/27 - 02/06/27
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:

02/13/27 - 03/06/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

02/13/27 - 03/06/27
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:

01/19/27 - 02/09/27
Tue, Thur 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

01/19/27 - 02/09/27
Tue, Thur 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:

03/13/27 - 04/10/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

03/13/27 - 04/10/27
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:

04/06/27 - 04/27/27
Tue, Thur 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

04/06/27 - 04/27/27
Tue, Thur 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:

05/22/27 - 06/12/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

05/22/27 - 06/12/27
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:

06/19/27 - 07/17/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

06/19/27 - 07/17/27
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:

06/01/27 - 06/22/27
Tue, Thur 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

06/01/27 - 06/22/27
Tue, Thur 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:

07/13/27 - 08/03/27
Tue, Thur 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

07/13/27 - 08/03/27
Tue, Thur 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:

08/21/27 - 09/18/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

08/21/27 - 09/18/27
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides an overview of distribution and logistics management. Core topics may include warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, operations management, software systems, safety/security, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students will have a knowledge base of the functions, techniques and tools utilized in warehouse and distribution centers and their role in various industry settings.
Meeting times and locations:

09/12/26 - 10/03/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

09/12/26 - 10/03/26
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides instruction on the operation and maintenance of an industrial forklift. Core topics include forklift design, controls and instrumentation, pre-use inspection, safety awareness, and forklift stability. This course meets the training requirements for related Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.
Meeting times and locations:

Wed 09/23/26 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Wed 09/23/26 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides instruction on the operation and maintenance of an industrial forklift. Core topics include forklift design, controls and instrumentation, pre-use inspection, safety awareness, and forklift stability. This course meets the training requirements for related Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.
Meeting times and locations:

Wed 10/21/26 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Wed 10/21/26 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides instruction on the operation and maintenance of an industrial forklift. Core topics include forklift design, controls and instrumentation, pre-use inspection, safety awareness, and forklift stability. This course meets the training requirements for related Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.
Meeting times and locations:

Wed 11/18/26 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Wed 11/18/26 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides instruction on the operation and maintenance of an industrial forklift. Core topics include forklift design, controls and instrumentation, pre-use inspection, safety awareness, and forklift stability. This course meets the training requirements for related Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.
Meeting times and locations:

Fri 04/30/27 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Fri 04/30/27 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides instruction on the operation and maintenance of an industrial forklift. Core topics include forklift design, controls and instrumentation, pre-use inspection, safety awareness, and forklift stability. This course meets the training requirements for related Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.
Meeting times and locations:

Fri 07/23/27 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Fri 07/23/27 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Discover Spanish for Fun! (Absolute Beginners) Ready to learn Spanish in a fun, relaxed, and zero-stress environment? This highly interactive class is designed for absolute beginners and focuses on practical, everyday conversation rather than complex grammar. You’ll begin speaking useful words and phrases from day one-perfect for travel, meeting new people, or simply learning something new. What You’ll Learn: .Everyday Conversations: Introduce yourself, ask and answer basic questions, talk about family and friends, and use common "survival" phrases. .Travel Essentials: Ask for prices, get directions, tell time, request assistance, and build confidence for travel and shopping. .Daily Life: Describe people and places, discuss hobbies and interests, and expand your conversational skills. We will practice everything we’ve learned through interactive games and varied classroom activities. The course concludes with a fun off-campus social outing where you can practice your new Spanish skills in a real-world setting.
Meeting times and locations:

09/15/26 - 10/15/26
Tue 6p - 7:30p
Brock Administration , Room 212
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

09/15/26 - 10/15/26
Thur 6p - 7:30p
Brock Administration , Room 212
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Learn how to transfer your military skills and experience to civilian careers in the manufacturing industry. The Advanced Manufacturing Tools for Veterans class teaches participants how to transfer their military skills and experience onto their resume in a language that is recognized by the manufacturing industry. The ultimate goal for this program is to prepare participants for careers and connect them with career opportunities in North Carolina. Upon completion, you should have skillsets that lead to employment in various industries, as well as the following certifications and certificates: Forklift operator certification Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification OSHA 30-hour industrial safety certification
Meeting times and locations:

09/14/26 - 10/02/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

09/14/26 - 10/02/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

Learn how to transfer your military skills and experience to civilian careers in the manufacturing industry. The Advanced Manufacturing Tools for Veterans class teaches participants how to transfer their military skills and experience onto their resume in a language that is recognized by the manufacturing industry. The ultimate goal for this program is to prepare participants for careers and connect them with career opportunities in North Carolina. Upon completion, you should have skillsets that lead to employment in various industries, as well as the following certifications and certificates: Forklift operator certification Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification OSHA 30-hour industrial safety certification
Meeting times and locations:

10/19/26 - 11/06/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

10/19/26 - 11/06/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

Learn how to transfer your military skills and experience to civilian careers in the manufacturing industry. The Advanced Manufacturing Tools for Veterans class teaches participants how to transfer their military skills and experience onto their resume in a language that is recognized by the manufacturing industry. The ultimate goal for this program is to prepare participants for careers and connect them with career opportunities in North Carolina. Upon completion, you should have skillsets that lead to employment in various industries, as well as the following certifications and certificates: Forklift operator certification Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification OSHA 30-hour industrial safety certification
Meeting times and locations:

11/30/26 - 12/18/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

11/30/26 - 12/18/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

Contact Information

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

Volt Center
205 First Street
New Bern, NC 28562
252-633-0857

Havelock Campus
305 Cunningham Blvd
Havelock, NC 28532
252-444-6005

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