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

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Two welding students practice welding outside

Take a hands-on approach to your career opportunities with construction and trades classes. The courses listed below are certification courses that lead to living wage jobs in our area and are offered at the Volt Center and our Havelock campus.

Health Programs

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Phlebotomy student examines vials of blood

The demand for employees in the healthcare field continues to grow across the country and here in Eastern North Carolina. Explore short-term training opportunities as a technician, nurse aide, and more.

Hospitality Programs

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From food and customer service to bartending and brewing, gain hands-on training with programs that will help you enter the versatile hospitality industry.

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Patient Service Representative

If you’re looking for a way to start a career in healthcare or to sharpen your administrative skills, the Patient Service Representative class is a great option. Learn how to handle medical scheduling, insurance, and professional patient communication in this comprehensive course offered at the Volt Center.

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Truck Driver Training

Our Commercial Driver License (CDL) program will provide you with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. You'll be tested thoroughly both on the road and through written exams to make sure you have the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles.

Orientation is mandatory, so be sure to sign up!

Truck Driver Training

Additional Programs

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Barbering Concepts

If you're looking for a career that helps people look their best, our Barbering Concepts program will assist you in becoming a professional barber-stylist. Upon completion, you’ll be prepared to take the North Carolina Board of Barbering Examiners exam to qualify as an apprentice.

We offer full-time and part-time programs, and scholarships are available. 

Barbering Concepts

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Online Classes

Craven Community College offers a vast number of online courses through our educational partner, Ed2Go. Courses are designed to be engaging and fun while also educational and career enhancing. These courses are very affordable and usually require 24 hours of online instruction.

View Ed2Go Classes

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College & Career Ready

Earn a high school diploma or learn English as a Second Language (ESL) through the College & Career Readiness program. Additionally, our Transitions Academy program offers students with mild intellectual disabilities an opportunity to learn skills that prepare them for college or the workforce.

College & Career Readiness

Volt Toolbelt Trust

Take a class at the Volt Center and get up to 100% of your registration costs covered at no cost. This new scholarship opportunity has limited availability and will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Learn more about Volt Toolbelt Trust

Current Workforce Class Schedule

Workforce Development
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In this 590 clock hour course, students will receive NCCER Level 1 and Level 2 training. Students will learn Welding Safety, Blue Print Reading, Construction Math, Material Handling, Oxyfuel Cutting, Plasma Cutting, Air-Carbon Arc Cutting, Base Metal Preparation, Weld Quality, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), SMAW Beads and Fillet Welding, Joint Fit-Up and Alignment, SMAW Groove Welds with Backing, Welding Symbols, Physical Characteristics and Mechanical Properties of Metals, Preheating and Post heating of Metals, and Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG & TIG). When the student successfully completes the program, he or she will receive National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certifications for Welding Level 1 and Level 2.
Meeting times and locations:

01/11/27 - 06/08/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

01/11/27 - 06/08/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 3:30p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Wed 06/09/27 8a - 10a
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

In this 590 clock hour course, students will receive NCCER Level 1 and Level 2 training. Students will learn Welding Safety, Blue Print Reading, Construction Math, Material Handling, Oxyfuel Cutting, Plasma Cutting, Air-Carbon Arc Cutting, Base Metal Preparation, Weld Quality, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), SMAW Beads and Fillet Welding, Joint Fit-Up and Alignment, SMAW Groove Welds with Backing, Welding Symbols, Physical Characteristics and Mechanical Properties of Metals, Preheating and Post heating of Metals, and Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG & TIG). When the student successfully completes the program, he or she will receive National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certifications for Welding Level 1 and Level 2.
Meeting times and locations:

07/06/27 - 12/05/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

07/06/27 - 12/05/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 3:30p
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Mon 12/06/27 8a - 10a
Taylor Hall , Room 105
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

In this 590 clock hour course, students will receive NCCER Level 1 and Level 2 training. Students will learn Welding Safety, Blue Print Reading, Construction Math, Material Handling, Oxyfuel Cutting, Plasma Cutting, Air-Carbon Arc Cutting, Base Metal Preparation, Weld Quality, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), SMAW Beads and Fillet Welding, Joint Fit-Up and Alignment, SMAW Groove Welds with Backing, Welding Symbols, Physical Characteristics and Mechanical Properties of Metals, Preheating and Post heating of Metals, and Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG & TIG). When the student successfully completes the program, he or she will receive National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certifications for Welding Level 1 and Level 2.
Meeting times and locations:

10/21/26 - 02/17/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

10/21/26 - 02/17/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

10/23/26 - 02/12/27
Fri 8a - 12p
Online
Havelock

10/24/26 - 01/30/27
Sat 9a - 2p
Online
Havelock

In this 590 clock hour course, students will receive NCCER Level 1 and Level 2 training. Students will learn Welding Safety, Blue Print Reading, Construction Math, Material Handling, Oxyfuel Cutting, Plasma Cutting, Air-Carbon Arc Cutting, Base Metal Preparation, Weld Quality, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), SMAW Beads and Fillet Welding, Joint Fit-Up and Alignment, SMAW Groove Welds with Backing, Welding Symbols, Physical Characteristics and Mechanical Properties of Metals, Preheating and Post heating of Metals, and Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG & TIG). When the student successfully completes the program, he or she will receive National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certifications for Welding Level 1 and Level 2.
Meeting times and locations:

03/01/27 - 06/22/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

03/01/27 - 06/22/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

03/05/27 - 06/18/27
Fri 8a - 12p
Online
Havelock

In this 590 clock hour course, students will receive NCCER Level 1 and Level 2 training. Students will learn Welding Safety, Blue Print Reading, Construction Math, Material Handling, Oxyfuel Cutting, Plasma Cutting, Air-Carbon Arc Cutting, Base Metal Preparation, Weld Quality, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), SMAW Beads and Fillet Welding, Joint Fit-Up and Alignment, SMAW Groove Welds with Backing, Welding Symbols, Physical Characteristics and Mechanical Properties of Metals, Preheating and Post heating of Metals, and Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG & TIG). When the student successfully completes the program, he or she will receive National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certifications for Welding Level 1 and Level 2.
Meeting times and locations:

06/23/27 - 10/19/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

06/23/27 - 10/19/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

06/25/27 - 10/15/27
Fri 8a - 12p
Online
Havelock

In this 590 clock hour course, students will receive NCCER Level 1 and Level 2 training. Students will learn Welding Safety, Blue Print Reading, Construction Math, Material Handling, Oxyfuel Cutting, Plasma Cutting, Air-Carbon Arc Cutting, Base Metal Preparation, Weld Quality, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), SMAW Beads and Fillet Welding, Joint Fit-Up and Alignment, SMAW Groove Welds with Backing, Welding Symbols, Physical Characteristics and Mechanical Properties of Metals, Preheating and Post heating of Metals, and Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG & TIG). When the student successfully completes the program, he or she will receive National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certifications for Welding Level 1 and Level 2.
Meeting times and locations:

04/19/27 - 12/14/27
Mon, Tue, Thur 5:30p - 9:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

04/24/27 - 12/04/27
Sat 8a - 12p
Online
Havelock

04/24/27 - 12/04/27
Sat 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

This 227.5 clock hour course is broken down into topics including: welding symbols, reading welding detail drawings, physical characteristics and mechanical properties of metals, preheating and post heating of metals, uses of different filler metals and gases, and GMAW (MIG), flux core arc welding, and GTAW (TIG) set up. The NCCER Level 2 class can be taken prior to the NCCER Level 1 Class. You must pass written exams with a 70% or higher and complete all performance evaluations. When you complete the program, you’ll receive National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certification for Welding Level 2.
Meeting times and locations:

01/04/27 - 04/08/27
Mon, Tue, Thur 5:30p - 10p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

01/09/27 - 03/13/27
Sat 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

01/09/27 - 03/13/27
Sat 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

This 172.5 clock hour course provides classroom and hands-on training in GMAW - Aluminum Plate, GTAW - Aluminum Plate, GTAW - Aluminum Pipe, GMAW - Aluminum Pipe, and Soldering and Brazing. Students will receive instruction through lecture, demonstration and practical applications. When you complete the program, you’ll receive National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certification for Welding Level 4.
Meeting times and locations:

09/21/26 - 10/20/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

09/21/26 - 10/20/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 1p - 5:30p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00115
Havelock

09/25/26 - 10/16/26
Fri 8a - 4:30p
Online
Havelock

This course emphasizes large-scale organization development, roles and relationships of the primary staff, the planning, operational, logistical and fiscal consideration related to a large and complex, incident and event management. It describes the application of Area Command and the importance of interagency coordination during complex incidents and events. This course includes a final exam. Prerequisites: ICS-100, ICS-200, and ICS-300. This course must follow all current Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) guidelines.
Meeting times and locations:

08/29/26 - 08/30/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Cove City Fire Dept , Room 001
Off Campus

08/29/26 - 08/30/26
Sat, Sun 1p - 5p
Cove City Fire Dept , Room 001
Off Campus

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 09/12/26 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 09/26/26 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 10/17/26 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 10/31/26 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 11/14/26 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 12/12/26 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which can be purchased through Amazon or other online outlet. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 08/29/26 9a - 5p
BSH , Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

This course covers Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations related to employee health and safety in confined work spaces. Students will learn about hazards related to confined work areas, which are defined as those with limited or restricted means of entry or exit and not designed for continuous employee occupancy, such as underground vaults, tanks, storage bins, manholes, pits, silos, process vessels, and pipelines.
Meeting times and locations:

10/20/26 - 10/22/26
Tue, Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

10/20/26 - 10/22/26
Tue, Wed, Thur 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

This class is designed to teach the basics in acrylic painting. You will learn how to sketch, mix colors, blend and paint. Although there are many types of brushes, you will learn the specific brush type needed for the project you will be working on. You will also learn how to clean and maintain your brushes so they can last longer. Each class will begin with a brief demonstration of how to put all of this together to create your masterpiece!
Meeting time and location:

10/06/26 - 11/10/26
Tue 6p - 8p
Orringer Hall , Room 116
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

This class is designed to teach the basics in acrylic painting. You will learn how to sketch, mix colors, blend and paint. Although there are many types of brushes, you will learn the specific brush type needed for the project you will be working on. You will also learn how to clean and maintain your brushes so they can last longer. Each class will begin with a brief demonstration of how to put all of this together to create your masterpiece!
Meeting time and location:

03/02/27 - 04/06/27
Tue 6p - 8p
Orringer Hall , Room 116
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

This class is designed to teach the basics in acrylic painting. You will learn how to sketch, mix colors, blend and paint. Although there are many types of brushes, you will learn the specific brush type needed for the project you will be working on. You will also learn how to clean and maintain your brushes so they can last longer. Each class will begin with a brief demonstration of how to put all of this together to create your masterpiece!
Meeting time and location:

07/06/27 - 08/10/27
Tue 6p - 8p
Orringer Hall , Room 116
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

This 500-clock hour course is designed for students to ride with local rescue squads or ambulance services to hone the skills learned in the classroom. The North Carolina Office of Emergency Medical Sciences requires this of all paramedic students. Students who complete our Paramedic certificate program may be eligible to transfer credits into Carteret Community College’s Associate in Applied Science in Emergency Medical Science Bridge degree program.
Meeting times and locations:

01/04/27 - 12/11/27
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 11:59a - 12p
EMS Opportunity , OL/RT/CL
Off Campus

01/04/27 - 12/11/27
Sat, Sun 11:59a - 12p
EMS Opportunity , OL/RT/CL
Off Campus

This 660-clock hour course must follow the guidelines established by the NC Office of EMS. The Office of EMS must approve courses that include portions delivered via distance education. The curriculum for the Paramedic educational program shall be the 2009, or most current release of the United States Department of Transportation (US DOT) National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) National Education Standards. The Paramedic program must be conducted by an approved Advanced Educational Institution as defined in the rules of the North Carolina Medical Care Commission. The lead instructor for the Paramedic educational program must be a NC credentialed Level II EMS Instructor at the Paramedic level as defined in the rules of the North Carolina Medical Care Commission. Student prerequisites: A) Successful completion of an EMT educational program. Though a current and valid Credential is not required, an Educational Institution maintains the right to include this as a Prerequisite. B) High school diploma or high school equivalent; C) Reading comprehension and English language skills on the post-secondary level. D) Compliance with the mathematical skills on the post- secondary level E) Anatomy and Physiology (Minimum EMS-3000).
Meeting times and locations:

01/05/27 - 12/10/27
Tue, Thur 6p - 10p
Perdue Hall , Room 00144
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

01/05/27 - 12/10/27
Sat, Sun 8a - 5p
Perdue Hall , Room 00144
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the basic concepts and skills involved in being a medical receptionist. The course focuses on various aspects such as job expectations, basic computer skills, medical office safety, HIPAA, customer service, telephone etiquette, medical terminology, patient registration & scheduling, insurance benefits and basic payment handling.
Meeting times and locations:

09/14/26 - 09/18/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Volt Kitchen , Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

09/14/26 - 09/18/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 2:30p
Volt Kitchen , Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the basic concepts and skills involved in being a medical receptionist. The course focuses on various aspects such as job expectations, basic computer skills, medical office safety, HIPAA, customer service, telephone etiquette, medical terminology, patient registration & scheduling, insurance benefits and basic payment handling.
Meeting times and locations:

10/26/26 - 10/30/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 8a - 12p
Volt Kitchen , Room 107
Volt Center
205 First St, New Bern NC 28560

10/26/26 - 10/30/26
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 12:30p - 2:30p
Volt Kitchen , Room 107
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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