Don't just work - build a long-term career with our short-term training courses! Craven CC offers hands-on learning and scholarship opportunities that put you on track toward a stable new career without the burden of student debt. Whether you want to start a career in construction, manufacturing, cooking, or truck driving, our short-term Workforce Development classes can open doors to financial prosperity, personal satisfaction, and a future with measurable success.
Scholarships and other financial assistance may be available. 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.
Appliance Repair
If you're looking for a way to fix home appliances as a homeowner or to expand skills in your current job, the Home Appliance Repair class is a great option. Learn how to repair a wide range of appliances, both big and small, in this popular class 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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Jan 12–16 2026
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$125
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This course is a 40-hour designed to provide training in topics related to criminal investigation. Course topics may include, but are not limited to, basic criminal investigation, arson investigation, crime scene investigation, abuse investigation, drug investigations, evidence and case management, gambling investigations, interview and interrogation, sex crimes investigation, crime analysis, fraud investigation, fingerprinting, covert operations, gang activity investigations, cyber crime investigations, photography techniques and photographic evidence, auto theft investigation, psychological profiling, and developing and managing confidential sources. This course is fee waivered to all sworn and or affiliated Law Enforcement Officers.
Meeting time and location:
01/12/26 - 01/16/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 5a
Student Center
, Room 00115
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Feb 24 – Mar 31 2026
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$90
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This class will give you an introduction to the basic fundamentals of American Sign Language (ASL), including an overview of ASL history and culture. You will learn finger spelling, numbers, phrases, and expressions. This class is recommended for those who have little to no knowledge of sign language, and it will be voiced.
Meeting time and location:
02/24/26 - 03/31/26
Tue 6p - 8p
Brock Administration
, Room 205
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Jun 23 – Jul 28 2026
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$90
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This class will give you an introduction to the basic fundamentals of American Sign Language (ASL), including an overview of ASL history and culture. You will learn finger spelling, numbers, phrases, and expressions. This class is recommended for those who have little to no knowledge of sign language, and it will be voiced.
Meeting time and location:
06/23/26 - 07/28/26
Tue 6p - 8p
Brock Administration
, Room 205
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Sep 22 – Oct 27 2026
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$90
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This class will give you an introduction to the basic fundamentals of American Sign Language (ASL), including an overview of ASL history and culture. You will learn finger spelling, numbers, phrases, and expressions. This class is recommended for those who have little to no knowledge of sign language, and it will be voiced.
Meeting time and location:
09/22/26 - 10/27/26
Tue 6p - 8p
Brock Administration
, Room 205
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Jan 6 – Apr 22 2026
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$271
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Students learn the basic concepts, skills and techniques of baking. Emphasis is placed on identification of products, weights and measures. Practical classes cover topics of breads, cakes, pies, puddings and desserts.
Meeting time and location:
01/06/26 - 04/22/26
Tue, Wed 5:30p - 8:30p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 104
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Jan 5–21 2026
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$95
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Our hands-on curriculum will teach you the technical skills and customer service needed to work as a professional bartender. Learn the skills and techniques on how to mix, pour, and serve popular drinks and cocktails, as well as customer service, bar setup and other hospitality skill basics. Graduates will also receive their Craven Community College (Craven CC) bartender certification as well as the Responsible Alcohol Seller/Server Program (RASP) Certification from the ABC Board. Once the course is completed, students will be ready to apply for jobs as professional bartenders.
Meeting time and location:
01/05/26 - 01/21/26
Mon, Tue, Wed 11a - 2p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Nov 3–19
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$95
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Our hands-on curriculum will teach you the technical skills and customer service needed to work as a professional bartender. Learn the skills and techniques on how to mix, pour, and serve popular drinks and cocktails, as well as customer service, bar setup and other hospitality skill basics. Graduates will also receive their Craven Community College (Craven CC) bartender certification as well as the Responsible Alcohol Seller/Server Program (RASP) Certification from the ABC Board. Once the course is completed, students will be ready to apply for jobs as professional bartenders.
Meeting time and location:
11/03/25 - 11/19/25
Mon, Tue, Wed 12p - 3p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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Feb 3–24 2026
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$100
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This class is open to everyone whether you think you can draw or not! We all have the potential to make extraordinary works of art. You will be provided an outline of a dog, cat, person, etc. and learn how to use pencils to make it come to life, using different layering and blending techniques. Continue to make your own masterpieces at home with the tips, tricks, and techniques you will learn in this class. You will learn: - how to create fur, skin, etc. - how to use erasure to create depth and realism - the importance of layering and blending - effects of smooth vs. textured paper Please bring the following supplies to class: - Faber Castell 9000 Graphite pencils-12 piece set - kneaded eraser and pencil sharpener - sketch pad or drawing paper
Meeting time and location:
02/03/26 - 02/24/26
Tue 6p - 7:30p
Orringer Hall
, Room 111
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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May 5–26 2026
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$100
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This class is open to everyone whether you think you can draw or not! We all have the potential to make extraordinary works of art. You will be provided an outline of a dog, cat, person, etc. and learn how to use pencils to make it come to life, using different layering and blending techniques. Continue to make your own masterpieces at home with the tips, tricks, and techniques you will learn in this class. You will learn: - how to create fur, skin, etc. - how to use erasure to create depth and realism - the importance of layering and blending - effects of smooth vs. textured paper Please bring the following supplies to class: - Faber Castell 9000 Graphite pencils-12 piece set - kneaded eraser and pencil sharpener - sketch pad or drawing paper
Meeting time and location:
05/05/26 - 05/26/26
Tue 6p - 7:30p
Orringer Hall
, Room 111
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Aug 4–25 2026
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$100
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This class is open to everyone whether you think you can draw or not! We all have the potential to make extraordinary works of art. You will be provided an outline of a dog, cat, person, etc. and learn how to use pencils to make it come to life, using different layering and blending techniques. Continue to make your own masterpieces at home with the tips, tricks, and techniques you will learn in this class. You will learn: - how to create fur, skin, etc. - how to use erasure to create depth and realism - the importance of layering and blending - effects of smooth vs. textured paper Please bring the following supplies to class: - Faber Castell 9000 Graphite pencils-12 piece set - kneaded eraser and pencil sharpener - sketch pad or drawing paper
Meeting time and location:
08/04/26 - 08/25/26
Tue 6p - 7:30p
Orringer Hall
, Room 111
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Nov 3–14
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$180
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This ten-day course is designed to assist the unemployed, under-employed or those who have received notice of a pending lay-off with aligning their interests, skills and abilities with jobs in the community. In this course, students will start by learning to use the computer to job search, build a resume, construct a cover letter, and upload their resume to a job posting. Students will also get training in matching their skills, abilities and interests to the existing job market. Students will participate in mock interviews and learn appropriate dress attire for those seeking employment. Students will end the course by learning money management and financial planning skills. Lastly, students will tour NCWorks and will meet with potential employers upon successful completion of the course.
Meeting times and locations:
11/03/25 - 11/14/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8:30a - 12p
Religious Community Services
, Room 001
Off Campus
11/03/25 - 11/14/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 4p
Religious Community Services
, Room 001
Off Campus
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Dec 1–12
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$180
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This ten-day course is designed to assist the unemployed, under-employed or those who have received notice of a pending lay-off with aligning their interests, skills and abilities with jobs in the community. In this course, students will start by learning to use the computer to job search, build a resume, construct a cover letter, and upload their resume to a job posting. Students will also get training in matching their skills, abilities and interests to the existing job market. Students will participate in mock interviews and learn appropriate dress attire for those seeking employment. Students will end the course by learning money management and financial planning skills. Lastly, students will tour NCWorks and will meet with potential employers upon successful completion of the course.
Meeting times and locations:
12/01/25 - 12/12/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8:30a - 12p
Religious Community Services
, Room 001
Off Campus
12/01/25 - 12/12/25
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 4p
Religious Community Services
, Room 001
Off Campus
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Jan 8 – Jun 11 2026
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$205
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128-hour Hybrid Black Belt Course
Meeting times and locations:
01/08/26 - 06/11/26
Thur 5:30p - 9:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00115
Havelock
01/08/26 - 06/11/26
Sun 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock
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Jan 7 – Jun 10 2027
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$205.60
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128-hour Hybrid Black Belt Course
Meeting times and locations:
01/07/27 - 06/10/27
Thur 5:30p - 9:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00115
Havelock
01/10/27 - 06/06/27
Sun 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock
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Sep 3 – Nov 19 2026
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$205.60
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60-hour Hybrid Green Belt Course
Meeting times and locations:
09/03/26 - 11/19/26
Thur 5:30p - 9:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg
, Room 00115
Havelock
Sun 09/20/26 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock
Sun 10/18/26 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock
Sun 11/15/26 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock
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Nov 3
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$70
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This course is designed to provide training directly related to traffic enforcement, patrol activities or interdiction activities. Course topics may include but are not limited to equipment operation, DWI enforcement, interdiction techniques, patrol techniques (vehicle, bicycle, motorcycle), vehicle occupant restraint, traffic law enforcement and traffic crash investigations.
Meeting time:
Mon 11/03/25 8a - 7p
Law Enforcement Training
, Room 100
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560
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May 4 2026
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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 05/04/26 10a - 12p
Mayte Sweets
, Room 001
Off Campus
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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:
Wed 11/19/25 6p - 8p
Orringer Hall
, Room 111
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Oct 29
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$70
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This certification-related course is designed to provide training mandated by a NC accrediting commission or agency of state or Federal government for continued certification as a criminal justice officer.
Meeting times and locations:
Wed 10/29/25 8a - 12p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
Wed 10/29/25 1p - 5p
Bender Center
, Room 121
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Dec 2–20
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$86
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This course is designed to meet the training requirements for becoming qualified as a Medication Aide. The course will cover the six rights of medication administration for non-licensed personnel. Topics will include medication administration via the oral, topical and instillation routes, medical asepsis, hand hygiene, terminology, and legal implications. Upon completion, students should be able to take the competency exam and demonstrate skills necessary to qualify for listing on the North Carolina Medication Aide Registry. 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:
12/02/25 - 12/16/25
Tue 5:30p - 9:30p
Perdue Hall
, Room 00100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
12/13/25 - 12/20/25
Sat 9a - 3p
Perdue Hall
, Room 00100
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Nov 5–26
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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:
11/05/25 - 11/26/25
Wed 6p - 7p
Ward Hall
, Room 118
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Feb 16 – Mar 9 2026
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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:
02/16/26 - 03/09/26
Mon 6p - 7p
Ward Hall
, Room 115
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Sep 14 – Oct 5 2026
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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:
09/14/26 - 10/05/26
Mon 6p - 7p
Ward Hall
, Room 115
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562
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Nov 3–24
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$70
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In this course, students examine the basic elements of menu planning. Topics include pricing, ordering, standardized recipes, sales history reporting and various types of menus. Other topics include marketing strategies, the life cycle of the menu, new trends in foodservice, and cost-controls. A hands-on approach to planning, creating, and maintaining effective menus.
Meeting time and location:
11/03/25 - 11/24/25
Mon, Tue 8a - 12p
Volt Kitchen
, Room 107
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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