Measure up to your potential with our short-term training courses! Craven CC offers hands-on learning and scholarship opportunities that put you on track toward a stable new career without the burden of student debt. Whether you want to start a career in construction, manufacturing, cooking, or truck driving, our short-term Workforce Development classes can open doors to financial prosperity, personal satisfaction, and a future with measurable success.
Scholarships and other financial assistance may be available. 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.

Appliance Repair
If you're looking for a way to fix home appliances as a homeowner or to expand skills in your current job, the Home Appliance Repair class is a great option. Learn how to repair a wide range of appliances, both big and small, in this popular class 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
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Register |
Jul 6 – Dec 3 2026
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$723.40
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In this 590 clock hour course, students will receive NCCER Level 1 and Level 2 training. Students will learn Welding Safety, Blue Print Reading, Construction Math, Material Handling, Oxyfuel Cutting, Plasma Cutting, Air-Carbon Arc Cutting, Base Metal Preparation, Weld Quality, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), SMAW Beads and Fillet Welding, Joint Fit-Up and Alignment, SMAW Groove Welds with Backing, Welding Symbols, Physical Characteristics and Mechanical Properties of Metals, Preheating and Post heating of Metals, and Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG & TIG). When the student successfully completes the program, he or she will receive National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certifications for Welding Level 1 and Level 2.
Meeting times and locations:
07/06/26 - 12/02/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall
, Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
07/06/26 - 12/02/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 3:30p
Taylor Hall
, Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
Thur 12/03/26 8a - 10a
Taylor Hall
, Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Jan 11 – Jun 9 2027
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$723.40
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In this 590 clock hour course, students will receive NCCER Level 1 and Level 2 training. Students will learn Welding Safety, Blue Print Reading, Construction Math, Material Handling, Oxyfuel Cutting, Plasma Cutting, Air-Carbon Arc Cutting, Base Metal Preparation, Weld Quality, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), SMAW Beads and Fillet Welding, Joint Fit-Up and Alignment, SMAW Groove Welds with Backing, Welding Symbols, Physical Characteristics and Mechanical Properties of Metals, Preheating and Post heating of Metals, and Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG & TIG). When the student successfully completes the program, he or she will receive National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certifications for Welding Level 1 and Level 2.
Meeting times and locations:
01/11/27 - 06/08/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall
, Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
01/11/27 - 06/08/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 3:30p
Taylor Hall
, Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
Wed 06/09/27 8a - 10a
Taylor Hall
, Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Jul 6 – Dec 6 2027
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$723.40
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In this 590 clock hour course, students will receive NCCER Level 1 and Level 2 training. Students will learn Welding Safety, Blue Print Reading, Construction Math, Material Handling, Oxyfuel Cutting, Plasma Cutting, Air-Carbon Arc Cutting, Base Metal Preparation, Weld Quality, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), SMAW Beads and Fillet Welding, Joint Fit-Up and Alignment, SMAW Groove Welds with Backing, Welding Symbols, Physical Characteristics and Mechanical Properties of Metals, Preheating and Post heating of Metals, and Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG & TIG). When the student successfully completes the program, he or she will receive National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certifications for Welding Level 1 and Level 2.
Meeting times and locations:
07/06/27 - 12/05/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall
, Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
07/06/27 - 12/05/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 3:30p
Taylor Hall
, Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
Mon 12/06/27 8a - 10a
Taylor Hall
, Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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May 4 – Jul 30 2026
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$452
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This 227.5 clock hour course is broken down into topics including: welding symbols, reading welding detail drawings, physical characteristics and mechanical properties of metals, preheating and post heating of metals, uses of different filler metals and gases, and GMAW (MIG), flux core arc welding, and GTAW (TIG) set up. The NCCER Level 2 class can be taken prior to the NCCER Level 1 Class. You must pass written exams with a 70% or higher and complete all performance evaluations. When you complete the program, you’ll receive National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certification for Welding Level 2.
Meeting times and locations:
05/04/26 - 07/30/26
Mon, Tue, Thur 5:30p - 10p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00117
Havelock
05/16/26 - 07/25/26
Sat 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00117
Havelock
05/16/26 - 07/25/26
Sat 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00117
Havelock
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Aug 18 – Nov 22
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$452
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This 227.5 clock hour course is broken down into topics including: welding symbols, reading welding detail drawings, physical characteristics and mechanical properties of metals, preheating and post heating of metals, uses of different filler metals and gases, and GMAW (MIG), flux core arc welding, and GTAW (TIG) set up. The NCCER Level 2 class can be taken prior to the NCCER Level 1 Class. You must pass written exams with a 70% or higher and complete all performance evaluations. When you complete the program, you’ll receive National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certification for Welding Level 2.
Meeting times and locations:
08/18/25 - 11/20/25
Mon, Tue, Thur 5:30p - 10p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00117
Havelock
08/23/25 - 11/22/25
Sat 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00117
Havelock
08/23/25 - 11/22/25
Sat 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00117
Havelock
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Register |
Sep 22 – Dec 11
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$587
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This 172.5 clock hour course provides classroom and hands-on training in GMAW - Aluminum Plate, GTAW - Aluminum Plate, GTAW - Aluminum Pipe, GMAW - Aluminum Pipe, and Soldering and Brazing. Students will receive instruction through lecture, demonstration and practical applications. When you complete the program, you’ll receive National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certification for Welding Level 4.
Meeting time and location:
09/22/25 - 12/11/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 5p - 9p
Taylor Hall
, Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Aug 9
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$80
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In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:
Sat 08/09/25 9a - 5p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Sep 13
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$80
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In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:
Sat 09/13/25 9a - 5p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Oct 11
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$80
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In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:
Sat 10/11/25 9a - 5p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Jan 31 2026
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$85
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In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:
Sat 01/31/26 9a - 5p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Feb 28 2026
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$85
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In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:
Sat 02/28/26 9a - 5p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Mar 28 2026
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$85
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In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:
Sat 03/28/26 9a - 5p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Apr 25 2026
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$85
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In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:
Sat 04/25/26 9a - 5p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Feb 14 2026
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$85
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In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:
Sat 02/14/26 9a - 5p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Mar 14 2026
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$85
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In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:
Sat 03/14/26 9a - 5p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Apr 11 2026
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$85
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In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:
Sat 04/11/26 9a - 5p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Nov 8
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$80
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In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:
Sat 11/08/25 9a - 5p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Dec 6
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$80
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In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:
Sat 12/06/25 9a - 5p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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May 9 2026
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$85
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In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:
Sat 05/09/26 9a - 5p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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May 23 2026
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$85
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In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:
Sat 05/23/26 9a - 5p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Jun 13 2026
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$85
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In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:
Sat 06/13/26 9a - 5p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Jun 27 2026
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$85
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In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:
Sat 06/27/26 9a - 5p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Jul 12
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$80
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In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:
Sat 07/12/25 9a - 5p
BSH
, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Wait list |
Aug 26 – Dec 11
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$222
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This course is prepares students to provide personal care and perform basic nursing skills for the elderly and other adults. Emphasis on aging process including mental, social and physical needs of the elderly, patient’s rights, nutrition management, elimination procedures, safe environment, restorative services, personal and special care procedures and activities, human body structure and function and related common disease/disorders, communication and documentation, death and dying, and roles of the nursing assistant and health team members. A skill/competency evaluation is required. The course includes class, laboratory and clinical learning experiences. Upon satisfactory completion of the course and skill/competency evaluation, the graduate is eligible to apply for listing as a Nurse Aide I by the N.C. Division of Facility Services. Each student enrolled in this section is expected to attend all the meeting times and location listed below. The online work may be done anytime during the week, and the number of hours listed indicate how much time a student should anticipate it taking to complete the online assignments each week. Courses with both classroom and clinical components, have additional times listed for the clinical dates, which are located off campus.
Meeting times and locations:
08/26/25 - 10/21/25
Tue, Wed, Thur 8:30a - 12p
Perdue Hall
, Room 00118
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
10/22/25 - 12/11/25
Tue, Wed, Thur 8:30a - 12:30p
Perdue Hall
, Room 00118
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Contact Information
Volt Center
205 First Street
New Bern, NC 28562
252-633-0857
Workforce Development
Brock Administration Building
New Bern Campus
252-638-7248
Havelock Campus
305 Cunningham Blvd
Havelock, NC 28532
252-444-6005
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