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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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A couple with luggage is checked into a hotel by female customer service rep

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
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The 128-clock hour Aviation Maintenance course is designed to prepare individuals with civilian or military experience for the Federal Aviation Certification of Power Plant Technician. Coupling classroom discussions and shop exercises, the individual will become competent in the Power Plant phase of Certification in FAA Regulated Aircraft Maintenance.
Meeting times and locations:

05/19/26 - 07/21/26
Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00126
Havelock

05/29/26 - 07/17/26
Fri 12:30p - 3p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00126
Havelock

This course includes instructional content for Firefighter Health & Safety. This course will present the candidate with the knowledge, skills, and ability to satisfy the requirements of NFPA 1001: Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications (2019 edition). This course should be offered consistent with the most current NC Fire and Rescue Commission guidelines; contact the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) for details. Effective date July 1, 2020/2019 Edition NFPA Standard.
Meeting times and locations:

Tue 02/03/26 6p - 10p
West New Bern Fire Dept , Room 001
Off Campus

02/11/26 - 02/12/26
Wed, Thur 6p - 10p
West New Bern Fire Dept , Room 001
Off Campus

02/17/26 - 02/19/26
Tue, Thur 6p - 10p
West New Bern Fire Dept , Room 001
Off Campus

Tue 02/24/26 6p - 10p
West New Bern Fire Dept , Room 001
Off Campus

This 512-clock hour course will present the candidate with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to satisfy the requirements of NFPA 1001: Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications, (2019 edition; Chapters 4 and 5) and NFPA 1072: Standard for Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Emergency Response Personnel Professional Qualifications (2017 edition; Chapters 4, 5, 6.2, and 6.6). In addition, this series will include the Traffic Incident Management System (TIMS) training, the Mayday and Firefighter Safety and Survival segments, as well as the Emergency Medical requirements found in Chapter 6 of NFPA 1001: Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications (2019 edition). This course should be offered consistently with the most current NC Fire and Rescue Commission guidelines; contact the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) for details. Effective date July 1, 2020/2019, Edition NFPA Standard.

Meeting times and locations:

04/07/26 - 11/05/26
Tue, Wed, Thur 6p - 10p
New Bern Fire Dept. , Room 001
Off Campus

04/18/26 - 08/29/26
Sat 8a - 12p
New Bern Fire Dept. , Room 001
Off Campus

04/18/26 - 08/29/26
Sat 1p - 6p
New Bern Fire Dept. , Room 001
Off Campus

09/12/26 - 11/05/26
Sat 8a - 12p
New Bern Fire Dept. , Room 001
Off Campus

09/12/26 - 11/05/26
Sat 1p - 6p
New Bern Fire Dept. , Room 001
Off Campus

Sat 08/29/26 8a - 12p
New Bern Fire Dept. , Room 001
Off Campus

Sat 08/29/26 1p - 6p
New Bern Fire Dept. , Room 001
Off Campus

Have you always wanted to learn French? Did you know that English owes nearly half its vocabulary to French so you’ll be able to recognize many words without realizing it? This course introduces the French language to adult learners and is conducted in dual French and English by your instructor over a course of 10 weeks. Sessions include learning techniques with the adult in mind, relying on words common to both French and English. You will practice conversations and selecting the right expressions for personal needs for travel, business, friendship, and culture. Join us and learn a new skill while having a lot of fun!
Meeting time and location:

06/03/26 - 08/05/26
Wed 6p - 7:30p
Brock Administration , Room 200
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Would you like to build skills for work in the culinary/restaurant industry? If so, this course is for you! Learn how the food industry operates in the back of house kitchen. After this course you will understand food service techniques, food safety, and other food production basics. Hands-on training is part of the course, and upon completion you’ll be prepared for employment in restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and health facilities.
Meeting time and location:

05/18/26 - 07/29/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 1p
Volt Kitchen , Room 104
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Would you like to build skills for work in the culinary/restaurant industry? If so, this course is for you! Learn how the food industry operates in the back of house kitchen. After this course you will understand food service techniques, food safety, and other food production basics. Hands-on training is part of the course, and upon completion you’ll be prepared for employment in restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and health facilities.
Meeting time and location:

08/17/26 - 11/24/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 8a - 1p
Volt Kitchen , Room 104
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Would you like to build skills for work in the culinary/restaurant industry? If so, this course is for you! Learn how the food industry operates in the back of house kitchen. After this course you will understand food service techniques, food safety, and other food production basics. Hands-on training is part of the course, and upon completion you’ll be prepared for employment in restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and health facilities.
Meeting time and location:

02/02/26 - 05/13/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 8a - 1p
Volt Kitchen , Room 104
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This certification-related course is designed to provide the law enforcement officer with a fundamental background in the instruction of other law enforcement personnel. Successful completion of this course allows the student to apply to the Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Division for certification as a law enforcement instructor. This certification allows an instructor to teach many of the blocks of instruction offered in basic law enforcement training in addition to various in-service classes offered both in-house (police/sheriff’s depts.) and the community college system. Each trainee is required to research, develop and deliver an 80-minute lesson plan as part of meeting course requirements. Trainees must successfully pass State- administered written exam as well as demonstrate competency in all skill areas in order to be eligible for certification as a criminal justice instructor. Trainees must meet State established prerequisites for admission to course. Contact the NC Department of Justice for course standards.
Meeting times and locations:

Thur 02/05/26 8a - 12p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Thur 02/05/26 1p - 6p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Fri 02/06/26 8a - 11a
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Fri 02/06/26 12p - 7p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Mon 02/09/26 8a - 11a
Law Enforcement Training , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Mon 02/09/26 1p - 7p
Law Enforcement Training , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Tue 02/10/26 8a - 12p
Law Enforcement Training , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Tue 02/10/26 1p - 3p
Law Enforcement Training , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Tue 02/10/26 3:30p - 8:30p
Law Enforcement Training , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Wed 02/11/26 8a - 12p
Law Enforcement Training , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Wed 02/11/26 1p - 5p
Law Enforcement Training , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Thur 02/12/26 8a - 1p
Law Enforcement Training , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Thur 02/12/26 2p - 8p
Law Enforcement Training , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Fri 02/13/26 8a - 1p
Law Enforcement Training , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Fri 02/13/26 1p - 7p
Law Enforcement Training , Room 100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Mon 02/16/26 8a - 12p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Mon 02/16/26 1p - 7p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Tue 02/17/26 8a - 12p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Tue 02/17/26 8a - 12p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Tue 02/17/26 1p - 7p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Wed 02/18/26 8a - 12p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Wed 02/18/26 1p - 7p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Thur 02/19/26 8a - 12p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Thur 02/19/26 1p - 5p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Fri 02/20/26 8a - 12p
Bender Center , Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Students will receive hands-on training and learn the fundamentals of flight, navigation, safety protocols, and flying techniques using NIST UAS training and evaluation standards. Course cost is reduced to $25.60 for sworn/affiliated NC Law Enforcement Officers and EMS/Fire & Rescue personnel with eligible waiver.
Meeting times and locations:

04/18/26 - 04/19/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

04/18/26 - 04/19/26
Sat, Sun 1p - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

TThis 280-clock hour course introduces theory, design, terminology, and operating adjustments for heavy systems. Emphasis is placed on safety, the theory of operation, inspection, measuring, and rebuilding of heavy truck systems according to factory specifications. Upon completion, students should be able to measure, diagnose problems, and repair heavy truck systems. Students will receive certification through Daimler Get Ahead program.
Meeting times and locations:

08/17/26 - 11/24/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 11a
Diesel Garage , Room 101
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

08/17/26 - 11/24/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 11:30a - 1:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 101
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

TThis 280-clock hour course introduces theory, design, terminology, and operating adjustments for heavy systems. Emphasis is placed on safety, the theory of operation, inspection, measuring, and rebuilding of heavy truck systems according to factory specifications. Upon completion, students should be able to measure, diagnose problems, and repair heavy truck systems. Students will receive certification through Daimler Get Ahead program.
Meeting time and location:

08/17/26 - 11/24/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 4:30p - 9:30p
Diesel Garage , Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Pâte Feuilletée or puff pastry is a delicate, light, and flaky pastry that can be used in countless ways. However, they take a very long time to make correctly. In this class, you will use frozen puff pastries to learn how to create delicious Napoleons and Elephant Ears filled with pastry crème. What a great treat to share with family and friends! Bring take-out containers or Tupperware to transport your baked dessert home.
Meeting time:

Mon 07/13/26 10a - 12p
Mayte Sweets , Room 001
Off Campus

Welcome to ’How to Use Watercolor Paints! You will create four watercolor greeting cards by the end of the course. Four sets of high- quality Strathmore cards and envelopes will be supplied by the instructor. Please bring: .Watercolor set: Prang Oval-16 Pan Watercolor Paint Set .Paintbrush set (Amazon or Hobby Lobby) .Professional Artist Paint Brush Set of 12 .Basic #2 school pencil or drawing pencil .Micro outlining pen (no bleed) .Kneaded eraser .Watercolor Sketch Book for practicing .Bucket or small container to hold all your painting supplies .2 small glasses or jars (one to rinse brushes in; one for clean water) .A glass jar or metal container to hold your brushes (always store tip up) .Paper towels (about 20 sheets or 1 roll) .Small spray bottle for water Optional: Ruler, old toothbrush, white crayon, sea salt/regular table salt (¼ cup of each), plastic wrap, Q-Tips (1 dozen), Cotton balls (1 dozen), hair dryer
Meeting time and location:

02/27/26 - 04/03/26
Fri 10a - 12p
Orringer Hall , Room 111
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Would you like to build skills for work in the culinary/restaurant industry? If so, this course is for you! Learn how the food industry operates in the back of house kitchen. After this course you will understand food service techniques, food safety, and other food production basics. Hands-on training is part of the course, and upon completion you’ll be prepared for employment in restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and health facilities.
Meeting time and location:

03/30/26 - 04/02/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 2p - 8p
Volt Kitchen , Room 104
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides employability skills training for unemployed and underemployed adults. The curriculum framework must address 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.
Meeting times and locations:

02/09/26 - 02/11/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

02/09/26 - 02/11/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 12:30p - 4:30p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides employability skills training for unemployed and underemployed adults. The curriculum framework must address 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.
Meeting times and locations:

03/09/26 - 03/11/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

03/09/26 - 03/11/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 12:30p - 4:30p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides employability skills training for unemployed and underemployed adults. The curriculum framework must address 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.
Meeting times and locations:

04/06/26 - 04/08/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

04/06/26 - 04/08/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 12:30p - 4:30p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides employability skills training for unemployed and underemployed adults. The curriculum framework must address 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.
Meeting times and locations:

05/11/26 - 05/13/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

05/11/26 - 05/13/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 12:30p - 4:30p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides employability skills training for unemployed and underemployed adults. The curriculum framework must address 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.
Meeting times and locations:

06/08/26 - 06/10/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

06/08/26 - 06/10/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 12:30p - 4:30p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides employability skills training for unemployed and underemployed adults. The curriculum framework must address 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.
Meeting times and locations:

07/13/26 - 07/15/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

07/13/26 - 07/15/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 12:30p - 4:30p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides employability skills training for unemployed and underemployed adults. The curriculum framework must address 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.
Meeting times and locations:

08/10/26 - 08/12/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

08/10/26 - 08/12/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 12:30p - 4:30p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides employability skills training for unemployed and underemployed adults. The curriculum framework must address 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.
Meeting times and locations:

09/14/26 - 09/16/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

09/14/26 - 09/16/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 12:30p - 4:30p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides employability skills training for unemployed and underemployed adults. The curriculum framework must address 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.
Meeting times and locations:

10/05/26 - 10/07/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

10/05/26 - 10/07/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 12:30p - 4:30p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

This course provides employability skills training for unemployed and underemployed adults. The curriculum framework must address 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.
Meeting times and locations:

11/16/26 - 11/18/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

11/16/26 - 11/18/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 12:30p - 4:30p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

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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