Ready to take your career in a new direction? Start with short-term training at Craven Community College.
Our Workforce Development classes put you on the fast track to new opportunities with hands-on training designed for today’s workforce. Build career-ready skills in healthcare, construction and skilled trades, transportation, aviation, business and industry, hospitality, public safety, and more. Whether you’re starting something new, building on the skills you already have, or preparing for your next career move, you can train here and take those skills anywhere.
Scholarships, VA benefits, Workforce Pell, and other financial assistance may be available for eligible programs. 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.
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.
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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May 10 2027
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$100
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This dessert is simply amazing! It will bring out the lover of mousse in you, and may easily become your favorite French dessert to make for family and friends! A mousse is a foamy, soft prepared dessert that incorporates air bubbles to give it a light and airy texture that will melt in your mouth. Bring take-out containers or Tupperware to transport your baked dessert home.
Meeting time:
Mon 05/10/27 6p - 8p
Mayte Sweets
, Room 001
Off Campus
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Nov 2–23
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$50
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Mah Jongg is a tile-based game using strategies and rules similar to rummy. Although the game originated in China, we will be playing athe American version of Mah Jongg. We will learn and follow the National Mah Jongg League rules and table etiquette. Mah Jongg is enjoying a resurgence of popularity since its introduction into early 20th century American homes. There are many groups of Mah Jongg players in the New Bern area. Once you master the game basics and table etiquette, you will be ready to join them for hours of fun and competition!
Meeting time and location:
11/02/26 - 11/23/26
Mon 6p - 8p
Ward Hall
, Room 115
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Mar 10–31 2027
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$50
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Mah Jongg is a tile-based game using strategies and rules similar to rummy. Although the game originated in China, we will be playing athe American version of Mah Jongg. We will learn and follow the National Mah Jongg League rules and table etiquette. Mah Jongg is enjoying a resurgence of popularity since its introduction into early 20th century American homes. There are many groups of Mah Jongg players in the New Bern area. Once you master the game basics and table etiquette, you will be ready to join them for hours of fun and competition!
Meeting time and location:
03/10/27 - 03/31/27
Wed 6p - 8p
Ward Hall
, Room 115
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Nov 19
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$50
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The holiday season is right around the corner, and there’s no better way to welcome it than by adding a handmade touch to your home. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just looking for a festive and relaxing experience, our holiday class is the perfect holiday event! In this 2-hour, hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to design and assemble a beautiful, long-lasting wreath that brings timeless elegance to your holiday décor.
Meeting time:
Thur 11/19/26 6p - 8p
Perdue Hall
, Room 144
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Mar 18 2027
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$50
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This is a one day, 2-hour, hands-on workshop for the beginner who wants to learn how to create their own beautiful, long-lasting wreath. You will learn the step-by-step process of preparation techniques, design, and use of seasonal materials. The instructor will provide all materials, and you will leave with a beautiful wreath to grace your home décor and personal style.
Meeting time:
Thur 03/18/27 6p - 8p
Perdue Hall
, Room 144
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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May 20 2027
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$50
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This is a one day, 2-hour, hands-on workshop for the beginner who wants to learn how to create their own beautiful, long-lasting wreath. You will learn the step-by-step process of preparation techniques, design, and use of seasonal materials. The instructor will provide all materials, and you will leave with a beautiful wreath to grace your home décor and personal style.
Meeting time:
Thur 05/20/27 6p - 8p
Perdue Hall
, Room 144
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Oct 22 – Nov 12
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$90
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In this class, the instructor, a certified financial planner, will provide a safe space to ask questions about timely and relevant financial information necessary to plan for retirement. Valuable information for those already retired will be shared as well. Be prepared to take notes!
Meeting time and location:
10/22/26 - 11/12/26
Thur 6p - 7:30p
Brock Administration
, Room 205
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Sep 15 – Oct 22
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$275
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The MA to NA Bridge Course is a 6-week program for certified Medical Assistants who wish to apply to the Practical Nursing (PN) program but lack Nursing Aide I certification. This course addresses the skills gap between medical and nursing assistants, allowing successful completers to apply for the Practical Nursing program at Craven Community College without Nurse Aide 1 certification. Note: This course does not qualify participants for the NC state Nurse Aide competency exam or listing on the state registry.
Meeting time and location:
09/15/26 - 10/22/26
Tue, Thur 5:30p - 9p
Perdue Hall
, Room 00138
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Oct 12 – Nov 2
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$40
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This class is for beginner meditators or the more experienced who just need a quiet space and convenient time to practice. The class is offered for one hour on Wednesday nights (6-7 pm) on the main campus in New Bern. Total class hours is 4 hours. Wear comfortable clothing. We use a chair for our seated practice.
Meeting time and location:
10/12/26 - 11/02/26
Mon 6p - 7p
Ward Hall
, Room 115
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Nov 2–30
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$75
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Discover the connection between breath, movement, and well-being in this welcoming yoga class designed for adults of all experience levels. Mindful Movement Yoga combines gentle stretching, strengthening poses, balance work, and relaxation techniques to promote flexibility, reduce stress, and increase body awareness. Each session emphasizes moving with intention, listening to your body, and developing greater mindfulness both on and off the mat. Modifications and variations are offered throughout class, making it accessible for beginners while providing opportunities for more experienced practitioners to deepen their practice. Participants should wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat and water bottle. Whether you are stepping onto the mat for the first time or returning to a familiar practice, this class offers a supportive environment to cultivate strength, balance, and inner calm. Required: Yoga Mat Recommended, but not required: Yoga block(s), strap, blanket
Meeting time and location:
11/02/26 - 11/30/26
Mon 11a - 12p
Ward Hall
, Room 115
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Jan 25 – Feb 22 2027
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$75
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Discover the connection between breath, movement, and well-being in this welcoming yoga class designed for adults of all experience levels. Mindful Movement Yoga combines gentle stretching, strengthening poses, balance work, and relaxation techniques to promote flexibility, reduce stress, and increase body awareness. Each session emphasizes moving with intention, listening to your body, and developing greater mindfulness both on and off the mat. Modifications and variations are offered throughout class, making it accessible for beginners while providing opportunities for more experienced practitioners to deepen their practice. Participants should wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat and water bottle. Whether you are stepping onto the mat for the first time or returning to a familiar practice, this class offers a supportive environment to cultivate strength, balance, and inner calm. Required: Yoga Mat Recommended, but not required: Yoga block(s), strap, blanket
Meeting time and location:
01/25/27 - 02/22/27
Mon 11a - 12p
Ward Hall
, Room 115
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Sep 25 – Oct 30
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$45
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Dance improves balance, burns calories, increases flexibility, gives the heart a great work out, and strengthens muscles. Also, dance has been associated with increased self- confidence and has provided cognitive benefits by remembering dance combinations and steps!
Meeting time and location:
09/25/26 - 10/30/26
Fri 6:30p - 7:30p
Ward Hall
, Room 118
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Jan 11 – Apr 6 2027
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$483.40
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This 357-clock hour course is designed to cover the principles of electrical wiring as it applies to commercial/ residential applications. Emphasis is on Ohm’s law, alternating and direct currents, series circuits, parallel circuits, and series parallel circuits, use of electrical tools and equipment, wiring materials and many other special subjects. Preventive maintenance and troubleshooting as well as the National Electrical Code will be covered.
Meeting times and locations:
01/11/27 - 04/06/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall
, 111B
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
01/11/27 - 04/06/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 3:30p
Taylor Hall
, 111B
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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May 17 – Aug 10 2027
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$483.40
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This 357-clock hour course is designed to cover the principles of electrical wiring as it applies to commercial/ residential applications. Emphasis is on Ohm’s law, alternating and direct currents, series circuits, parallel circuits, and series parallel circuits, use of electrical tools and equipment, wiring materials and many other special subjects. Preventive maintenance and troubleshooting as well as the National Electrical Code will be covered.
Meeting times and locations:
05/17/27 - 08/10/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall
, 111B
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
05/17/27 - 08/09/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 3:30p
Taylor Hall
, 111B
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
Tue 08/10/27 12:30p - 2:30p
Taylor Hall
, 111B
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Jan 11 – May 3 2027
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$332
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If you’re looking to start a career in the electrical field without going through an entire degree program, this short-term course is a great choice. It will introduce you to the knowledge and skills needed to enter and excel in this high-demand job market.The course is broken down into topics including: orientation to the electrical trade, electrical safety, introduction to electrical circuits, electrical theory, introduction to National Electrical Code, device boxes, hand bending, raceways and fittings, conductors and cables, basic electrical construction drawings, residential electrical services, and electrical test equipment. This is a 185 clock hour course and includes mandatory NCCER Core Curriculum of 72.5 hours. Upon successful completion of the course, you’ll earn your NCCER Core and Electrical Level 1.
Meeting times and locations:
01/11/27 - 05/02/27
Mon, Tue, Thur 5:30p - 9:30p
Taylor Hall
, Room 201
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
Mon 05/03/27 5:30p - 9p
Taylor Hall
, Room 201
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Sep 9 – Dec 21
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$152
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If you’re looking to start a career in the electrical field without going through an entire degree program, this short-term course is a great choice. It will introduce you to the knowledge and skills needed to enter and excel in this high-demand job market.The course is broken down into topics including: orientation to the electrical trade, electrical safety, introduction to electrical circuits, electrical theory, introduction to National Electrical Code, device boxes, hand bending, raceways and fittings, conductors and cables, basic electrical construction drawings, residential electrical services, and electrical test equipment. This is a 185 clock hour course and includes mandatory NCCER Core Curriculum of 72.5 hours. Upon successful completion of the course, you’ll earn your NCCER Core and Electrical Level 1.
Meeting times and locations:
09/09/26 - 12/17/26
Mon, Wed, Thur 5p - 9:30p
Taylor Hall
, 111B
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
Mon 12/21/26 5p - 8p
Taylor Hall
, 111B
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Sep 8 – Dec 14
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$332
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If you’re looking to expand your electrical knowledge without going through an entire degree program, this short-term course is a great choice. This hands-on Electrical Level 2 course is available for students who have completed Electrical Level 1. The course is broken down into topics including: alternating current, motors: theory and application, electric lighting, conduit bending, pull and junction boxes, conductor installations, cable tray, conductor terminations and splices, grounding and bonding, circuit breakers and fuses. This course is 145 clock hours and includes mandatory Core Curriculum. Upon successful completion of the course, you’ll earn your NCCER Electrical Level 2.
Meeting time and location:
09/08/26 - 12/14/26
Mon, Tue, Thur 5:30p - 9p
Taylor Hall
, Room 201
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Jan 11 – Apr 19 2027
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$332
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If you’re looking to expand your electrical knowledge without going through an entire degree program, this short-term course is a great choice. This hands-on Electrical Level 2 course is available for students who have completed Electrical Level 1. The course is broken down into topics including: alternating current, motors: theory and application, electric lighting, conduit bending, pull and junction boxes, conductor installations, cable tray, conductor terminations and splices, grounding and bonding, circuit breakers and fuses. This course is 145 clock hours and includes mandatory Core Curriculum. Upon successful completion of the course, you’ll earn your NCCER Electrical Level 2.
Meeting times and locations:
01/11/27 - 04/12/27
Mon, Wed, Thur 5:30p - 9p
Taylor Hall
, 111B
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
04/14/27 - 04/19/27
Mon, Wed, Thur 5:30p - 9:30p
Taylor Hall
, 111B
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Jan 11 – Apr 26 2027
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$332
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If you’re looking to expand your electrical skills without going through an entire degree program, this short-term course is a great choice. This hands-on Electrical Level 3 course is available for students who have completed Levels 1 and 2. The course is broken down into topics including: load calculations - brand and feeder circuits, conductor selection and calculations, practical applications of lighting, hazardous locations, overcurrent protection, distribution equipment, transformers, commercial electrical services, motor calculations, motor controls, and voice, data, and video. This course is a 155 clock hour course includes mandatory Core Curriculum. Upon successful completion of the course, you’ll earn your NCCER Electrical Level 3.
Meeting times and locations:
01/11/27 - 04/20/27
Mon, Tue, Thur 5:30p - 9p
Taylor Hall
, Room 201
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
04/22/27 - 04/26/27
Mon, Tue, Thur 5:30p - 9:30p
Taylor Hall
, Room 201
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
Jan 11 – Feb 17 2027
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$332
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If you’re looking to expand your electrical skills without going through an entire degree program, this short-term course is a great choice. This hands-on Electrical Level 3 course is available for students who have completed Levels 1 and 2. The course is broken down into topics including: load calculations - brand and feeder circuits, conductor selection and calculations, practical applications of lighting, hazardous locations, overcurrent protection, distribution equipment, transformers, commercial electrical services, motor calculations, motor controls, and voice, data, and video. This course is a 155 clock hour course includes mandatory Core Curriculum. Upon successful completion of the course, you’ll earn your NCCER Electrical Level 3.
Meeting times and locations:
01/11/27 - 02/17/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall
, 111B
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
01/11/27 - 02/16/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 3:30p
Taylor Hall
, 111B
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
Wed 02/17/27 12:30p - 4:30p
Taylor Hall
, 111B
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Apr 7 – May 13 2027
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$332
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If you’re looking to expand your electrical skills without going through an entire degree program, this short-term course is a great choice. This hands-on Electrical Level 3 course is available for students who have completed Levels 1 and 2. The course is broken down into topics including: load calculations - brand and feeder circuits, conductor selection and calculations, practical applications of lighting, hazardous locations, overcurrent protection, distribution equipment, transformers, commercial electrical services, motor calculations, motor controls, and voice, data, and video. This course is a 155 clock hour course includes mandatory Core Curriculum. Upon successful completion of the course, you’ll earn your NCCER Electrical Level 3.
Meeting times and locations:
04/07/27 - 05/13/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall
, 111B
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
04/07/27 - 05/12/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 3:30p
Taylor Hall
, 111B
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
Thur 05/13/27 12:30p - 4:30p
Taylor Hall
, 111B
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Feb 22 – Apr 7 2027
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$332
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If you’re looking to expand your electrical skills without going through an entire degree program, this 182-clock hour course is a great choice. This hands-on Electrical Level 4 course is available for students who have completed Levels 1-3. Training includes load calculations, health care facilities, standby and emergency systems, basic electronic theory, fire alarm systems and specialty transformers.
Meeting times and locations:
02/22/27 - 04/07/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall
, 111B
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
02/22/27 - 04/06/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 3:30p
Taylor Hall
, 111B
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
Wed 04/07/27 12:30p - 4p
Taylor Hall
, 111B
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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| Register |
May 17 – Jun 30 2027
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$332
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If you’re looking to expand your electrical skills without going through an entire degree program, this 182-clock hour course is a great choice. This hands-on Electrical Level 4 course is available for students who have completed Levels 1-3. Training includes load calculations, health care facilities, standby and emergency systems, basic electronic theory, fire alarm systems and specialty transformers.
Meeting times and locations:
05/17/27 - 06/30/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall
, 111B
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
05/17/27 - 06/29/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 3:30p
Taylor Hall
, 111B
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
Wed 06/30/27 12:30p - 4p
Taylor Hall
, 111B
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Jan 11 – Jun 10 2027
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$533.40
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This 382-clock hour course is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of heavy equipment operator responsibilities, heavy equipment safety and career opportunities. Topics include orientation to trade, safety, identification of heavy equipment, preventive maintenance, dump trucks, tractors, soils, grades, earth moving, scrapers, bulldozers, backhoes, front-end loaders, finish operator, telescoping excavators, motor graders, excavators, finishing and grading. Instruction will include hands-on operating skills tests. Upon successful completion of the course, you’ll earn your NCCER Core and NCCER equipment-specific certiifcations for the levels of completion. Book requirements: NCCER Core: Introduction to Basic Construction Skills 6th Edition, ISBN 9780137483341. NCCER Heavy Equipment Operations Trainee Guide, Level 1, 3rd Edition, ISBN 9780136638971
Meeting times and locations:
01/11/27 - 06/09/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 5p - 9:30p
Hvy Equip Operator Train Bldg.
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
Thur 06/10/27 5p - 7:30p
Hvy Equip Operator Train Bldg.
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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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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