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This 18-hour course of instruction will assist those that are not self-learners. You get a 16-hour activity and video-based instruction, followed by an online-proctored examination. Must come to class with book and online exam answer key (see links above). Registration/Payment closes 3 days before start of class.

This 18-hour course of instruction will assist those that are not self-learners. You get a 16-hour activity and video-based instruction, followed by an online-proctored examination. Must come to class with book and online exam answer key (see links above). Registration/Payment closes 3 days before start of class.

This 18-hour course of instruction will assist those that are not self-learners. You get a 16-hour activity and video-based instruction, followed by an online-proctored examination. Must come to class with book and online exam answer key (see links above). Registration/Payment closes 3 days before start of class.

Welcome to our Shrimp Fra Diavolo masterclass! This class is a unique opportunity to learn from a seasoned chef in a personalized setting. We focus on providing a hands-on, enjoyable experience where you can hone your culinary skills and discover the art of creating this flavorful Italian sauce.

Learn to prepare Shrimp Valentino, a gourmet recipe combining succulent shrimp, creamy sauce, and flavorful ingredients like artichoke hearts, Parmesan cheese, prosciutto, mushrooms, white wine, and garlic that can be served over a bed of pasta. You will discover flavor-boosting techniques, and gain confidence in your culinary skills.

In this class you will learn how to make Italian Sausage White Bean Soup and Stuffed Spinach Bread. Your friends and family will love this simple and delicious, hearty meal regardless of the weather!

This 2-hour course explores a career as a Surgical Technologist. Linked to our Surgical Technology program, topics include specifics on Craven’s training program, certification requirements, and employment outlook in the field. Students will learn if the career is a fit for their goals and interests as well as the next steps in the pathway to certification. The cost to attend this orientation course is waived for most students. Please call us at (252) 638-7248 to see if you qualify to attend at no cost.

This 2-hour course explores a career as a Surgical Technologist. Linked to our Surgical Technology program, topics include specifics on Craven’s training program, certification requirements, and employment outlook in the field. Students will learn if the career is a fit for their goals and interests as well as the next steps in the pathway to certification. The cost to attend this orientation course is waived for most students. Please call us at (252) 638-7248 to see if you qualify to attend at no cost.

This 2-hour course explores a career as a Surgical Technologist. Linked to our Surgical Technology program, topics include specifics on Craven’s training program, certification requirements, and employment outlook in the field. Students will learn if the career is a fit for their goals and interests as well as the next steps in the pathway to certification. The cost to attend this orientation course is waived for most students. Please call us at (252) 638-7248 to see if you qualify to attend at no cost.

This 2-hour course explores a career as a Surgical Technologist. Linked to our Surgical Technology program, topics include specifics on Craven’s training program, certification requirements, and employment outlook in the field. Students will learn if the career is a fit for their goals and interests as well as the next steps in the pathway to certification. The cost to attend this orientation course is waived for most students. Please call us at (252) 638-7248 to see if you qualify to attend at no cost.

This course provides students a comprehensive study of perioperative care and preparation, patient care concepts, and professional practice concepts within the field of surgical technology. Topics include medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, microbiology, pharmacology, anesthesia, environmental safety, communication and reporting, instrumentation, physical environment, equipment, surgical procedures, patient safety, sterile technique, and surgical team support. Upon completion, students should be able to apply theoretical knowledge of the course topics to the practice of surgical technology. Pre-requisites of high school diploma (or equivalency) and TABE Math score of 657 or higher.

This course provides students a comprehensive study of perioperative care and preparation, patient care concepts, and professional practice concepts within the field of surgical technology. Topics include medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, microbiology, pharmacology, anesthesia, environmental safety, communication and reporting, instrumentation, physical environment, equipment, surgical procedures, patient safety, sterile technique, and surgical team support. Upon completion, students should be able to apply theoretical knowledge of the course topics to the practice of surgical technology. Pre-requisites of high school diploma (or equivalency) and TABE Math score of 657 or higher.

This course provides students a comprehensive study of perioperative care and preparation, patient care concepts, and professional practice concepts within the field of surgical technology. Topics include medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, microbiology, pharmacology, anesthesia, environmental safety, communication and reporting, instrumentation, physical environment, equipment, surgical procedures, patient safety, sterile technique, and surgical team support. Upon completion, students should be able to apply theoretical knowledge of the course topics to the practice of surgical technology. Pre-requisites of high school diploma (or equivalency) and TABE Math score of 657 or higher.

This course provides students a comprehensive study of perioperative care and preparation, patient care concepts, and professional practice concepts within the field of surgical technology. Topics include medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, microbiology, pharmacology, anesthesia, environmental safety, communication and reporting, instrumentation, physical environment, equipment, surgical procedures, patient safety, sterile technique, and surgical team support. Upon completion, students should be able to apply theoretical knowledge of the course topics to the practice of surgical technology. Pre-requisites of high school diploma (or equivalency) and TABE Math score of 657 or higher.

This 396-clock hour course provides a comprehensive study of surgical procedures and specialties that coincide with clinical rotations. Emphasis is placed on related surgical anatomy, pathology, terminology, and procedures that enhance theoretical knowledge of patient care, instrumentation, supplies, and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to correlate, integrate, and apply theoretical knowledge of the course topics to the clinical operative environment. Additionally, students will take the Tech in Surgery (TS-C) certification test, offered by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Please note: Students must successfully complete Surgical Technology I to register for this class.

This 396-clock hour course provides a comprehensive study of surgical procedures and specialties that coincide with clinical rotations. Emphasis is placed on related surgical anatomy, pathology, terminology, and procedures that enhance theoretical knowledge of patient care, instrumentation, supplies, and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to correlate, integrate, and apply theoretical knowledge of the course topics to the clinical operative environment. Additionally, students will take the Tech in Surgery (TS-C) certification test, offered by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Please note: Students must successfully complete Surgical Technology I to register for this class.

This 396-clock hour course provides a comprehensive study of surgical procedures and specialties that coincide with clinical rotations. Emphasis is placed on related surgical anatomy, pathology, terminology, and procedures that enhance theoretical knowledge of patient care, instrumentation, supplies, and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to correlate, integrate, and apply theoretical knowledge of the course topics to the clinical operative environment. Additionally, students will take the Tech in Surgery (TS-C) certification test, offered by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Please note: Students must successfully complete Surgical Technology I to register for this class.

This course equips officers with a five-step approach for gaining the upper hand. Learn to read body language, identify armed suspects through clothing cues, interpret verbal threats, sharpen street-level interviewing, and detect lies. By mastering these techniques, officers can enhance safety and assess threats more rapidly.

Students will receive specialized training in thermal imaging operations for fire, search and rescue, and law enforcement using scenario-based missions. This course incorporates UAS NIST Standards with thermal targets. Course cost is reduced to $25.60 for sworn/affiliated NC Law Enforcement Officers and EMS/Fire & Rescue personnel with eligible waiver.

Genoise cakes are classic, Italian sponge cakes known for delicate, foam-like texture, and are often used as a base for various desserts and pastries. These cakes rely solely on the air whipped into the eggs and sugar to achieve volume and light texture. In contrast, pineapple upside down cake is known to be a Southern favorite that is essentially a good ol’ yellow butter cake flipped over after baking to show off beautiful caramelized pineapple rings. The flourless chocolate cake is a dense cake made from an aerated chocolate custard. It involves whipping the egg whites alone and then whipping the yolks into the sugar to increase the air content. It is a special treat that your friends won’t believe you made yourself! Bring take-out containers or Tupperware to transport your baked desserts home.

Tiramisu is a delicious and unbelievably easy-to-make dessert that consists of coffee soaked lady fingers, sweet and creamy mascarpone, and cocoa powder dusted on top. This class will use lady fingers made of sponge cake and coffee flavored liqueur - to enhance the coffee flavor. You will enjoy serving this dessert that tastes even better when the flavors are allowed to blend! Bring take-out containers or Tupperware to transport your baked desserts home.

This course provides employability skills training for unemployed and underemployed adults. The curriculum addresses each of the six core HRD components: 1) assessment of an individual’s assets and limitations, 2) development of a positive self-concept, 3) development of employability skills, 4) development of communication skills, 5) development of problem-solving skills, and 6) awareness of the impact of information technology in the workplace. The cost to attend this course is waived for most students. Please call us at (252) 633-0857 to see if you qualify to attend at no cost.

In this class, you will make eclairs and profiteroles - very similar choux pastries, but profiteroles (cream puffs) are usually small and round, whereas eclairs are bigger and oblong in shape. Both will surprise and delight you and your guests, especially since you made them yourself! Bet you can’t eat just one! Bring take-our containers or Tubberware to transport your baked desserts home. Bon Appetit!

This course will prepare you for small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) flight certification. Topics include: flight theory, flight operations, including nighttime operations, training utilizing the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Remote Pilot - sUAS Study Guide, the North Carolina Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operator Permit Knowledge Test Study Guide, and the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) Division of Aviation UAS flight standards and best practices. The course introduces commercial, government, and recreational drone applications and will highlight topics such as regulations, weather, airspace, human factors, nighttime flying considerations, and sUAS performance. Upon successful completion, you will be prepared to sit for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Knowledge Test and NCDOT UAS Operator Permit. This course is taught utilizing the NC Department of Transportation Division of Aviation approved curriculum. This 40-hour course is scheduled over four dates and includes four hours of hands-on training. If you’re a sworn law enforcement officer, first responder, or work in an emergency operations center, you may qualify for a fee-waiver.