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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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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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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.

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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
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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

Trade jobs abound. Earn the certifications that allows you to purchase coolants for small appliances and refrigerant/cooling systems. The instructor will lead discussions and presentations of certification materials, including a pre-test. The state examination or on-line ESCO test is administered during class. It is recommended to have successfully completing NCCER HVAC 1 or 6 months HVAC field experience.
Meeting times and locations:

01/24/26 - 01/25/26
Sat 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

01/24/26 - 01/25/26
Sat 1p - 3p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

01/24/26 - 01/25/26
Sun 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Trade jobs abound. Earn the certifications that allows you to purchase coolants for small appliances and refrigerant/cooling systems. The instructor will lead discussions and presentations of certification materials, including a pre-test. The state examination or on-line ESCO test is administered during class. It is recommended to have successfully completing NCCER HVAC 1 or 6 months HVAC field experience.
Meeting times and locations:

02/28/26 - 03/01/26
Sat 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

02/28/26 - 03/01/26
Sat 1p - 3p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

02/28/26 - 03/01/26
Sun 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
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

This 8-week course is designed to expose students to various occupations and skills in the construction trades as well as provide training on how to become employed in the construction industry. Students will complete the National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) Core curricula, the NCCER Field Safety curricula and will complete the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour Safety Certification. Students will receive certification for each of these courses upon satisfactory completion of the curriculum. Students will get hands-on training as well as classroom training. Additionally, local employers in the construction trades will meet with the class to explain opportunities in their industry and share their experience and knowledge in the construction trades and the future of the construction trades, as well as, possible employment opportunities.
Meeting times and locations:

02/02/26 - 03/26/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

02/02/26 - 03/26/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 2p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

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:

02/04/26 - 04/08/26
Wed 6p - 7:30p
Brock Administration , Room 205
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

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:

02/02/26 - 03/11/26
Mon, 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

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:

09/14/26 - 10/21/26
Mon, Wed 6p - 7:30p
Brock Administration , Room 205
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

This course is designed to focus on new and emerging issues and special topics in any area of the criminal justice field.
Meeting times and locations:

Wed 04/22/26 8a - 12p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Wed 04/22/26 1p - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

This course is designed to introduce the student to the concept of interdiction in different environments and roadways and give them the tools necessary to be successful. This class is taught by an active officer currently assigned to an interdiction task force. Topics taught include (1) Introduction to the crime problem, (2) Change in driving behavior, (3) 4th amendment and case law, (4) Roadside interview, (5) Currency seizures, (6) Conducting the proper vehicle search. Course fee is waived for all sworn/affiliated NC Law Enforcement Officers.
Meeting times and locations:

02/05/26 - 02/06/26
Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

02/05/26 - 02/06/26
Thur, Fri 1p - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Did you know that créme Brûlée is also known as burnt cream? It is a dessert consisting of a rich custard base topped with a layer of hardened caramelized sugar. It is typically served cold as the custard needs time to cool and set to achieve its proper, creamy texture. Créme caramel, or flan, is notably more stiff and jiggly than créme brûlée, although both consist of a combination of eggs, dairy, and sugar. It gets even better! Do you want to know how to make the best cheesecake of your life? Well, this class is for you. Not only will you make créme brûlée and flan, but also the perfect, creamy cheesecake that actually freezes very well! Bring take-out containers or Tupperware to transport your baked desserts home.
Meeting time:

Mon 08/17/26 10a - 12p
Mayte Sweets , Room 001
Off Campus

This 360-clock hour course introduces theory, design, terminology, and operating adjustments for diesel engines and systems. Emphasis is placed on safety, the theory of operation, inspection, measuring, and rebuilding of diesel engines and systems according to factory specifications. Upon completion, students should be able to measure, diagnose problems, and repair diesel engines and systems. Students will receive certification through Daimler Get Ahead program.
Meeting time and location:

01/12/26 - 05/14/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 4:30p - 9:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 101
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This 360-clock hour course introduces theory, design, terminology, and operating adjustments for diesel engines and systems. Emphasis is placed on safety, the theory of operation, inspection, measuring, and rebuilding of diesel engines and systems according to factory specifications. Upon completion, students should be able to measure, diagnose problems, and repair diesel engines and systems. Students will receive certification through Daimler Get Ahead program.
Meeting times and locations:

01/12/26 - 05/14/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 11a
Diesel Garage , Room 101
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

01/12/26 - 05/14/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 11:30a - 1:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 101
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course is designed as a follow-up from obtaining the FAA Part 107 Certificate that will help participants conduct safe and legal UAS operations with a focus on building SOP’s, checklists, crew management practices, flight logging, maintenance, inspections, and obtaining FAA waivers and airspace authorizations. Course fee is waived for sworn NC Law Enforcement Officers and eligible, affiliated EMS/Fire & Rescue personnel.
Meeting times and locations:

Fri 04/17/26 8a - 12p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Fri 04/17/26 1p - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Narcotic investigations can be the most dangerous type of investigation that a uniform officer might encounter in the performance of his/her duties. The officers attending this class will not only gain a complete awareness of the drugs facing them today, but they will acquire the expertise needed to make quality observations and sound judgments in determining drug use. Officers will be better equipped to identify drug distribution and smuggling not only in roadside situations but in the community that they patrol. The officer safety issues learned in this course will not only benefit the officers attending the course but the members of their community as well. Course fee is waived for all sworn/affiliated NC Law Enforcement Officers.
Meeting times and locations:

03/04/26 - 03/06/26
Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

03/04/26 - 03/06/26
Wed, Thur, Fri 1p - 3p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Narcotic investigations can be the most dangerous type of investigation that a uniform officer might encounter in the performance of his/her duties. The officers attending this class will not only gain a complete awareness of the drugs facing them today, but they will acquire the expertise needed to make quality observations and sound judgments in determining drug use. Officers will be better equipped to identify drug distribution and smuggling not only in roadside situations but in the community that they patrol. The officer safety issues learned in this course will not only benefit the officers attending the course but the members of their community as well. Course fee is waived for all sworn/affiliated NC Law Enforcement Officers.
Meeting times and locations:

09/15/26 - 09/17/26
Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

09/15/26 - 09/17/26
Tue, Wed, Thur 1p - 3p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

100% online 8-week course focused on business productivity applications (word processing, spreadsheets, accounting, programming, etc.). Pick your course title at www.ed2go.com/cravencc (add to cart/checkout), register with/make payment to Craven CC, and attend on your schedule to meet your educational needs.
Meeting time:

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat, Sun
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

100% online 8-week course focused on business productivity applications (word processing, spreadsheets, accounting, programming, etc.). Pick your course title at www.ed2go.com/cravencc (add to cart/checkout), register with/make payment to Craven CC, and attend on your schedule to meet your educational needs.
Meeting time:

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat, Sun
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

100% online 8-week course focused on business productivity applications (word processing, spreadsheets, accounting, programming, etc.). Pick your course title at www.ed2go.com/cravencc (add to cart/checkout), register with/make payment to Craven CC, and attend on your schedule to meet your educational needs.
Meeting time:

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat, Sun
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

100% online 8-week course focused on business productivity applications (word processing, spreadsheets, accounting, programming, etc.). Pick your course title at www.ed2go.com/cravencc (add to cart/checkout), register with/make payment to Craven CC, and attend on your schedule to meet your educational needs.
Meeting time:

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat, Sun
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

100% online 8-week course focused on business productivity applications (word processing, spreadsheets, accounting, programming, etc.). Pick your course title at www.ed2go.com/cravencc (add to cart/checkout), register with/make payment to Craven CC, and attend on your schedule to meet your educational needs.
Meeting time:

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat, Sun
Online
World Wide Web
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

World Wide Web
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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