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
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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Dec 15–17
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$85
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This 8-hour course offers initial/renewal certification for vehicle safety inspectors in accordance with state law. The instructor will provide course materials.
Meeting times and locations:
12/15/26 - 12/17/26
Tue 6p - 10p
Ward Hall
, Room 129
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
12/15/26 - 12/17/26
Thur 6p - 10p
Ward Hall
, Room 129
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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| Register |
Jan 19–21 2027
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$85
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This 8-hour course offers initial/renewal certification for vehicle safety inspectors in accordance with state law. The instructor will provide course materials.
Meeting time and location:
01/19/27 - 01/21/27
Tue, Thur 6p - 10p
Ward Hall
, Room 129
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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| Register |
Feb 23–25 2027
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$85
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This 8-hour course offers initial/renewal certification for vehicle safety inspectors in accordance with state law. The instructor will provide course materials.
Meeting time and location:
02/23/27 - 02/25/27
Tue, Thur 6p - 10p
Ward Hall
, Room 129
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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| Register |
Mar 23–25 2027
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$85
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This 8-hour course offers initial/renewal certification for vehicle safety inspectors in accordance with state law. The instructor will provide course materials.
Meeting time and location:
03/23/27 - 03/25/27
Tue, Thur 6p - 10p
Ward Hall
, Room 129
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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| Register |
Apr 13–15 2027
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$85
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This 8-hour course offers initial/renewal certification for vehicle safety inspectors in accordance with state law. The instructor will provide course materials.
Meeting time and location:
04/13/27 - 04/15/27
Tue, Thur 6p - 10p
Ward Hall
, Room 129
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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| Register |
May 25–27 2027
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$85
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This 8-hour course offers initial/renewal certification for vehicle safety inspectors in accordance with state law. The instructor will provide course materials.
Meeting time and location:
05/25/27 - 05/27/27
Tue, Thur 6p - 10p
Ward Hall
, Room 129
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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| Register |
Jun 22–24 2027
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$85
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This 8-hour course offers initial/renewal certification for vehicle safety inspectors in accordance with state law. The instructor will provide course materials.
Meeting time and location:
06/22/27 - 06/24/27
Tue, Thur 6p - 10p
Ward Hall
, Room 129
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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| Register |
Jul 20–22 2027
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$85
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This 8-hour course offers initial/renewal certification for vehicle safety inspectors in accordance with state law. The instructor will provide course materials.
Meeting time and location:
07/20/27 - 07/22/27
Tue, Thur 6p - 10p
Ward Hall
, Room 129
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Jan 4 – May 14 2027
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$196.60
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Are you looking for a career that helps people look their best? Barbering Concepts will assist you in becoming a professional barber-stylist. Full-time and part-time programs are available to accommodate your schedule and require no prior experience. When you complete the 1,528 clock hour program, you’ll be prepared to take the North Carolina Board of Barbering Examiners exam to qualify as an apprentice. The 1528 Clock hours are completed over 3 to 4 terms/courses. Scholarships are available.
Meeting times and locations:
01/04/27 - 05/14/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 9a - 1p
Kelso Hall
, Room 00101
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
01/04/27 - 05/14/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 2p - 5p
Kelso Hall
, Room 00101
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Jan 4 – May 14 2027
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$196.60
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Are you looking for a career that helps people look their best? Barbering Concepts will assist you in becoming a professional barber-stylist. Full-time and part-time programs are available to accommodate your schedule and require no prior experience. When you complete the 1,528 clock hour program, you’ll be prepared to take the North Carolina Board of Barbering Examiners exam to qualify as an apprentice. The 1528 Clock hours are completed over 3 to 4 terms/courses. Scholarships are available.
Meeting time and location:
01/04/27 - 05/14/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 5p - 9p
Kelso Hall
, Room 00101
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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| Class full |
Nov 14–15
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$185
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If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:
11/14/26 - 11/15/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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| Register |
Feb 6–7 2027
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$200
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If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:
02/06/27 - 02/07/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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| Register |
Feb 20–21 2027
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$200
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If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:
02/20/27 - 02/21/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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| Register |
Mar 6–7 2027
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$200
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If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:
03/06/27 - 03/07/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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| Register |
Mar 20–21 2027
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$200
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If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:
03/20/27 - 03/21/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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| Register |
Apr 17–18 2027
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$200
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If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:
04/17/27 - 04/18/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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| Register |
May 1–2 2027
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$200
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If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:
05/01/27 - 05/02/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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| Register |
May 15–16 2027
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$200
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If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:
05/15/27 - 05/16/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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| Register |
Jun 5–6 2027
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$200
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If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:
06/05/27 - 06/06/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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| Register |
Jun 26–27 2027
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$200
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If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:
06/26/27 - 06/27/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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| Register |
Jul 10–11 2027
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$200
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If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:
07/10/27 - 07/11/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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| Register |
Aug 7–8 2027
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$200
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If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:
08/07/27 - 08/08/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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| Register |
Aug 21–22 2027
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$200
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If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:
08/21/27 - 08/22/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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| Register |
Sep 11–12 2027
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$200
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If you’re new to riding or haven’t ridden in a long time, our Motorcycle Safety course is a must. You’ll become familiar with the location and operation of controls while riding on a protected range, and you will learn the basic skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle in traffic. The 16-hour course is taught by nationally certified instructors and is held on weekends. Upon successful completion, you will earn a skills waiver card for the NCDMV. Please note: This course is not accepted as a license waiver by any state Department of Motor Vehicles or as a license to ride a motorcycle on a learner’s permit. Also, the fee is non-refundable. Class size is limited and will operate rain or shine.
Meeting time and location:
09/11/27 - 09/12/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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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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