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Craven CC's short-term training programs get you on the fast track to a long-term, stable career. You'll gain hands-on expertise and access scholarship opportunities, letting you build a new future without the burden of student debt. Whether your goal is construction, manufacturing, cooking, or truck driving, our Workforce Development classes open the doors to personal satisfaction and measurable success.
Scholarships, VA benefits, and other financial assistance may be available for eligible programs. Contact us today to see what options are available to you.
Construction Trades
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
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
From food and customer service to bartending and brewing, gain hands-on training with programs that will help you enter the versatile hospitality industry.
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.
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!
Additional Programs
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.
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.
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.
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.
Current Workforce Class Schedule
Workforce Development
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Feb 7–28 2026
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$230
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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:
02/07/26 - 02/28/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
02/07/26 - 02/28/26
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Mar 7–28 2026
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$230
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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:
03/07/26 - 03/28/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
03/07/26 - 03/28/26
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Mar 9–18 2026
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$230
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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:
03/09/26 - 03/18/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
03/09/26 - 03/18/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Apr 11 – May 2 2026
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$230
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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:
04/11/26 - 05/02/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
04/11/26 - 05/02/26
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Jun 6–27 2026
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$230
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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:
06/06/26 - 06/27/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
06/06/26 - 06/27/26
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Jul 11 – Aug 1 2026
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$230
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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:
07/11/26 - 08/01/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
07/11/26 - 08/01/26
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Jul 13–22 2026
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$230
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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:
07/13/26 - 07/22/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
07/13/26 - 07/22/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Sep 12 – Oct 3 2026
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$230
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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
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| Register |
Oct 5–14 2026
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$230
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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
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| Register |
Oct 17 – Nov 7 2026
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$230
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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
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| Class full |
Jan 10–31 2026
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$230
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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:
01/10/26 - 01/31/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
01/10/26 - 01/31/26
Sat, Sun 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Jan 21 2026
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$90
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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 01/21/26 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
Wed 01/21/26 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Feb 25 2026
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$90
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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 02/25/26 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
Wed 02/25/26 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Apr 22 2026
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$90
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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 04/22/26 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
Wed 04/22/26 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
May 20 2026
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$90
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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 05/20/26 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
Wed 05/20/26 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Jun 24 2026
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$90
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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 06/24/26 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
Wed 06/24/26 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Jul 29 2026
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$90
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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 07/29/26 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
Wed 07/29/26 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Aug 19 2026
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$90
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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 08/19/26 8a - 12p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
Wed 08/19/26 12:30p - 4:30p
Diesel Garage
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Sep 23 2026
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$90
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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
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| Register |
Oct 21 2026
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$90
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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
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| Register |
Nov 18 2026
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$90
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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
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| Register |
Feb 23 – Mar 13 2026
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$195.60
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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:
02/23/26 - 03/13/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00115
Havelock
02/23/26 - 03/13/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00115
Havelock
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| Register |
Apr 13 – May 1 2026
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$195.60
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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:
04/13/26 - 05/01/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00115
Havelock
04/13/26 - 05/01/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00115
Havelock
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| Register |
Jun 1–19 2026
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$195.60
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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:
06/01/26 - 06/19/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00115
Havelock
06/01/26 - 06/19/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00115
Havelock
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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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