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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

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Two welding students practice welding outside

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
Course Register Dates Price Show/Hide Details
CarolinaEast EVS/Housekeeping
Meeting times and locations:

08/04/26 - 08/13/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Volt Kitchen , Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

08/04/26 - 08/13/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 3:30p
Volt Kitchen , Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

CarolinaEast EVS/Housekeeping
Meeting times and locations:

09/22/26 - 10/01/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Volt Kitchen , Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

09/22/26 - 10/01/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 3:30p
Volt Kitchen , Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

CarolinaEast EVS/Housekeeping
Meeting times and locations:

10/06/26 - 10/15/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Volt Kitchen , Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

10/06/26 - 10/15/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 3:30p
Volt Kitchen , Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

CarolinaEast EVS/Housekeeping
Meeting times and locations:

11/03/26 - 11/12/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Volt Kitchen , Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

11/03/26 - 11/12/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 3:30p
Volt Kitchen , Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

CarolinaEast EVS/Housekeeping
Meeting times and locations:

12/08/26 - 12/17/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Volt Kitchen , Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

12/08/26 - 12/17/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 3:30p
Volt Kitchen , Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Take the first step on the pathway to a career as a Commercial Truck Driver. This course offers guidance on how to apply to Craven’s Truck Driver Training, provides information on available financial assistance, and examines future employment opportunities. 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.
Meeting time:

Tue 04/07/26 5:30p - 8:30p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Take the first step on the pathway to a career as a Commercial Truck Driver. This course offers guidance on how to apply to Craven’s Truck Driver Training, provides information on available financial assistance, and examines future employment opportunities. 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.
Meeting time:

Tue 06/09/26 5:30p - 8:30p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Take the first step on the pathway to a career as a Commercial Truck Driver. This course offers guidance on how to apply to Craven’s Truck Driver Training, provides information on available financial assistance, and examines future employment opportunities. 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.
Meeting time:

Tue 09/08/26 5:30p - 8:30p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Take the first step on the pathway to a career as a Commercial Truck Driver. This course offers guidance on how to apply to Craven’s Truck Driver Training, provides information on available financial assistance, and examines future employment opportunities. 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.
Meeting time:

Tue 11/10/26 5:30p - 8:30p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Take the first step on the pathway to a career as a Commercial Truck Driver. This course offers guidance on how to apply to Craven’s Truck Driver Training, provides information on available financial assistance, and examines future employment opportunities. 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.
Meeting time:

Tue 02/09/27 5:30p - 8:30p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

CDL Refresher course
Meeting times and locations:

Tue 03/10/26 8a - 12p
Brock Administration , Room 00100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Tue 03/10/26 1p - 5p
Brock Administration , Room 00100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Our 350-hour Commercial Driver License (CDL) program offers Class A options that will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You will be tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles. The program meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380). If you’re a new driver, you’ll receive training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination. All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school-provided equipment. Free practice tests are also available. The Class A CDL course provides training on inspecting and operating tractor-trailers and assuming driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations and certification, and trip planning.
Meeting times and locations:

03/16/26 - 05/07/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Brock Administration , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

03/16/26 - 05/07/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 5:30p
Brock Administration , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Fri 05/08/26 8a - 12p
Brock Administration , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Fri 05/08/26 12:30p - 4:30p
Brock Administration , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Our 350-hour Commercial Driver License (CDL) program offers Class A options that will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You will be tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles. The program meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380). If you’re a new driver, you’ll receive training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination. All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school-provided equipment. Free practice tests are also available. The Class A CDL course provides training on inspecting and operating tractor-trailers and assuming driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations and certification, and trip planning.
Meeting times and locations:

05/18/26 - 07/09/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Brock Administration , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

05/18/26 - 07/09/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 5:30p
Brock Administration , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Fri 07/10/26 8a - 12p
Brock Administration , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Fri 07/10/26 12:30p - 4:30p
Brock Administration , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Our 350-hour Commercial Driver License (CDL) program offers Class A options that will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You will be tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles. The program meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380). If you’re a new driver, you’ll receive training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination. All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school-provided equipment. Free practice tests are also available. The Class A CDL course provides training on inspecting and operating tractor-trailers and assuming driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations and certification, and trip planning.
Meeting times and locations:

08/17/26 - 10/09/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Brock Administration , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

08/17/26 - 10/08/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 5:30p
Brock Administration , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Fri 10/09/26 12:30p - 4:30p
Brock Administration , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Our 350-hour Commercial Driver License (CDL) program offers Class A options that will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You will be tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles. The program meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380). If you’re a new driver, you’ll receive training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination. All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school-provided equipment. Free practice tests are also available. The Class A CDL course provides training on inspecting and operating tractor-trailers and assuming driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations and certification, and trip planning.
Meeting times and locations:

10/19/26 - 12/15/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Brock Administration , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

10/19/26 - 12/14/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 5:30p
Brock Administration , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Tue 12/15/26 12:30p - 4:30p
Brock Administration , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Our 350-hour Commercial Driver License (CDL) program offers Class A options that will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You will be tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles. The program meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380). If you’re a new driver, you’ll receive training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination. All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school-provided equipment. Free practice tests are also available. The Class A CDL course provides training on inspecting and operating tractor-trailers and assuming driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations and certification, and trip planning.
Meeting times and locations:

01/06/27 - 03/02/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Brock Administration , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

01/06/27 - 03/01/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 5:30p
Brock Administration , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Tue 03/02/27 12:30p - 4:30p
Brock Administration , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Our 350-hour Commercial Driver License (CDL) program offers Class A options that will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You will be tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles. The program meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380). If you’re a new driver, you’ll receive training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination. All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school-provided equipment. Free practice tests are also available. The Class A CDL course provides training on inspecting and operating tractor-trailers and assuming driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations and certification, and trip planning.
Meeting times and locations:

01/04/27 - 06/07/27
Mon, Tue, Thur 6p - 10p
Brock Administration , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

01/16/27 - 03/13/27
Sat 8a - 12p
Brock Administration , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

01/16/27 - 03/13/27
Sat 12:30p - 6:30p
Brock Administration , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

04/03/27 - 05/27/27
Sat 8a - 12p
Brock Administration , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

04/03/27 - 05/27/27
Sat 12:30p - 6:30p
Brock Administration , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Our 350-hour Commercial Driver License (CDL) program offers Class A options that will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You will be tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles. The program meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380). If you’re a new driver, you’ll receive training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination. All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school-provided equipment. Free practice tests are also available. The Class A CDL course provides training on inspecting and operating tractor-trailers and assuming driving responsibilities on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations and certification, and trip planning.
Meeting times and locations:

07/13/26 - 12/08/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 6p - 10p
Brock Administration , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

07/25/26 - 12/05/26
Sat 8a - 12p
Brock Administration , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

07/25/26 - 12/05/26
Sat 12:30p - 6:30p
Brock Administration , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

This course is designed to introduce the primary responsibilities of a central sterile technician. The course includes practical applications of learned concepts and procedures. Topics include preparation, storage, distribution of instruments, supplies and equipment, quality assurance and inventory management. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the principles of sterilization/disinfection in the workplace, as well as the principles of distribution of instruments/supplies/equipment. 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:

09/14/26 - 03/08/27
Mon, Wed, Thur 5:30p - 8:30p
Perdue Hall , Room 00142
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

12/06/26 - 02/21/27
Sun 5:30p - 6:30p
Online
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training is a 40-hour program to assist law enforcement officers better understand and respond more effectively to individuals in crisis in a manner that enhances both their safety and the safety of the public. Some of the topics to be discussed will be accessing services, adolescence, autism, aging and dementia, mental health 101, de-escalation skills, human trafficking, hearing voices, medications, mobile crisis teams, personality disorders, self-care, schizophrenia, stigmas, suicide, traumatic brain injuries, and PTSD. This course is fee waivered to all sworn and or affiliated Law Enforcement Officers.
Meeting times and locations:

05/04/26 - 05/09/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Law Enforcement Training , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

05/04/26 - 05/09/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 1p - 5p
Law Enforcement Training , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

The baguette, originating from France, has a soft, airy, and chewy interior made with an irregular structure of air pockets. It appears as a long, thin loaf of bread with rounded edges. Focaccia originated from Italy and is considered a precursor to pizza. It is a flatbread, typically baked in a sheet pan. Its interior is soft and fluffy with a crispy, oily crust. Which is the better bread: Baguette or Focaccia? Well, you make them and you decide! Bring take-out containers or Tupperware to transport your baked goods home.
Meeting time:

Mon 10/19/26 10a - 12p
Mayte Sweets , Room 001
Off Campus

Une Tarte au Citron is a very, very beautiful French dessert! You will love the lemon curd filling that makes this tarte a joy to savor. Pâte Sucree is unlike some other pastry doughs as it is sweet in flavor and has a crumbly and tender texture that makes it less flaky than traditional pie crusts. It is known for its buttery consistency, resembling a sugar or shortbread cookie. Bon appétit! Bring take-out containers or Tupperware to transport your baked desserts home.
Meeting time:

Mon 04/06/26 10a - 12p
Mayte Sweets , Room 001
Off Campus

Do you need to refresh your French language skills? This class aims to build upon existing French knowledge, especially for those who haven’t used the language regularly. You will practice vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills, allowing you to re-familiarize yourself with this romantic language and enhance your proficiency.
Meeting time and location:

09/02/26 - 11/04/26
Wed 6p - 7:30p
Brock Administration , Room 200
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

This is a fun and interactive beginner Spanish language class which is immersive in nature. You will learn: - how to introduce yourself - how to give and ask for information - how to build sentences (like order food;as for prices, directions and assistance) - how to refer to family and friends - how to tell time, and refer to holidays - how to describe people and places In addition, you will learn how to communicate with Spanish speakers you will meet while traveling or in everyday life. We will be using phrases and functional (everyday) vocabulary, with group practice and varied activities. The class ends with an off-campus activity.
Meeting time and location:

06/01/26 - 07/15/26
Mon, Wed 6p - 7:30p
Brock Administration , Room 205
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

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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