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»Æ¹ÏÊÓÆµ 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

»Æ¹ÏÊÓÆµ offers a vast number of online courses through our educational partner, Ed2Go. Courses are designed to be engaging and fun while also educational and career enhancing. These courses are very affordable and usually require 24 hours of online instruction.

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College & Career Ready

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

College & Career Readiness

Volt Toolbelt Trust

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

Learn more about Volt Toolbelt Trust

Current Workforce Class Schedule

Workforce Development
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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

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:

05/18/26 - 08/13/26
Mon, Thur 5:30p - 9:30p
IAT , Room 00103
Havelock

05/31/26 - 06/07/26
Sun 5:30p - 9:30p
Online
Havelock

Sun 06/28/26 5:30p - 9:30p
Online
Havelock

Sun 07/12/26 5:30p - 9:30p
Online
Havelock

07/26/26 - 08/09/26
Sun 5:30p - 9:30p
Online
Havelock

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:

08/17/26 - 12/10/26
Mon, Thur 5:30p - 9:30p
IAT , Room 00103
Havelock

Sun 09/20/26 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

Sun 10/18/26 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

Sun 11/08/26 12p - 4p
Online
Havelock

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:

01/05/27 - 02/26/27
Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00126
Havelock

01/08/27 - 02/26/27
Fri 12:30p - 3p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00126
Havelock

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:

03/02/27 - 04/29/27
Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00126
Havelock

03/05/27 - 04/30/27
Fri 12:30p - 3p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00126
Havelock

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:

05/04/27 - 06/24/27
Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00126
Havelock

05/07/27 - 06/18/27
Fri 12:30p - 3p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00126
Havelock

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:

06/29/27 - 08/24/27
Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00126
Havelock

07/09/27 - 08/20/27
Fri 12:30p - 3p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00126
Havelock

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:

08/31/27 - 10/21/27
Tue, Wed, Thur 12:30p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

09/03/27 - 10/15/27
Fri 12:30p - 3p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

This course includes instructional content for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). 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 time and location:

05/05/26 - 05/26/26
Tue, Thur 6p - 10p
Tri-Community 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

This course will present the Instructor I candidate with the knowledge, skills, and ability to satisfy the requirements of NFPA 1041: Standard for Fire and Emergency Services Instructor Professional Qualifications (2019 edition; Chapter 4). This curriculum 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/NFPA 1041 Standard, 2019 edition.
Meeting times and locations:

05/06/26 - 05/14/26
Wed, Thur 8a - 12p
New Bern Fire Dept. , Room 001
Off Campus

05/06/26 - 05/14/26
Wed, Thur 1p - 4p
New Bern Fire Dept. , Room 001
Off Campus

This certification-related course covers the knowledge, skills, and requirements referenced in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1021 Standard, 2020 edition, for Fire Officer I training. Topics include officer roles and responsibilities, community risk reduction, budgets, fire cause determination, inspections, education, leadership, management, public relations, and other requirements included in the NFPA standard. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of relevant NFPA standards as required for state Fire Officer I certification. This course should be offered consistent with the most current NC Fire and Rescue Commission guidelines; contact Office State Fire Marshal for details. Effective date January 1, 2022.
Meeting times and locations:

03/31/26 - 04/02/26
Tue, Thur 7p - 10p
New Bern Fire Dept. , Room 001
Off Campus

04/07/26 - 04/09/26
Tue, Wed, Thur 7p - 10p
New Bern Fire Dept. , Room 001
Off Campus

04/11/26 - 04/12/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
New Bern Fire Dept. , Room 001
Off Campus

Sat 04/11/26 1p - 5p
New Bern Fire Dept. , Room 001
Off Campus

04/14/26 - 04/15/26
Tue, Wed 7p - 10p
New Bern Fire Dept. , Room 001
Off Campus

Sun 04/12/26 1p - 4p
New Bern Fire Dept. , Room 001
Off Campus

This 16-hour forklift training course is designed to teach students how to operate a forklift safely and ensure they have the knowledge and skills to do so. This course includes both classroom instruction and hands-on practical training on a forklift. After completing the course, students receive a certificate that verifies their training.
Meeting times and locations:

04/18/26 - 04/19/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

04/18/26 - 04/19/26
Sat, Sun 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

This 16-hour forklift training course is designed to teach students how to operate a forklift safely and ensure they have the knowledge and skills to do so. This course includes both classroom instruction and hands-on practical training on a forklift. After completing the course, students receive a certificate that verifies their training.
Meeting times and locations:

05/16/26 - 05/17/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

05/16/26 - 05/17/26
Sat, Sun 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

This 16-hour forklift training course is designed to teach students how to operate a forklift safely and ensure they have the knowledge and skills to do so. This course includes both classroom instruction and hands-on practical training on a forklift. After completing the course, students receive a certificate that verifies their training.
Meeting times and locations:

05/26/26 - 05/27/26
Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

05/26/26 - 05/27/26
Tue, Wed 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

This 16-hour forklift training course is designed to teach students how to operate a forklift safely and ensure they have the knowledge and skills to do so. This course includes both classroom instruction and hands-on practical training on a forklift. After completing the course, students receive a certificate that verifies their training.
Meeting times and locations:

06/13/26 - 06/14/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

06/13/26 - 06/14/26
Sat, Sun 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

This 16-hour forklift training course is designed to teach students how to operate a forklift safely and ensure they have the knowledge and skills to do so. This course includes both classroom instruction and hands-on practical training on a forklift. After completing the course, students receive a certificate that verifies their training.
Meeting times and locations:

07/14/26 - 07/15/26
Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

07/14/26 - 07/15/26
Tue, Wed 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

This 16-hour forklift training course is designed to teach students how to operate a forklift safely and ensure they have the knowledge and skills to do so. This course includes both classroom instruction and hands-on practical training on a forklift. After completing the course, students receive a certificate that verifies their training.
Meeting times and locations:

07/18/26 - 07/19/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

07/18/26 - 07/19/26
Sat, Sun 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

This 16-hour forklift training course is designed to teach students how to operate a forklift safely and ensure they have the knowledge and skills to do so. This course includes both classroom instruction and hands-on practical training on a forklift. After completing the course, students receive a certificate that verifies their training.
Meeting times and locations:

08/22/26 - 08/23/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

08/22/26 - 08/23/26
Sat, Sun 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

This 16-hour forklift training course is designed to teach students how to operate a forklift safely and ensure they have the knowledge and skills to do so. This course includes both classroom instruction and hands-on practical training on a forklift. After completing the course, students receive a certificate that verifies their training.
Meeting times and locations:

09/26/26 - 09/27/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

09/26/26 - 09/27/26
Sat, Sun 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

This 16-hour forklift training course is designed to teach students how to operate a forklift safely and ensure they have the knowledge and skills to do so. This course includes both classroom instruction and hands-on practical training on a forklift. After completing the course, students receive a certificate that verifies their training.
Meeting times and locations:

09/29/26 - 09/30/26
Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

09/29/26 - 09/30/26
Tue, Wed 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

This 16-hour forklift training course is designed to teach students how to operate a forklift safely and ensure they have the knowledge and skills to do so. This course includes both classroom instruction and hands-on practical training on a forklift. After completing the course, students receive a certificate that verifies their training.
Meeting times and locations:

10/13/26 - 10/14/26
Tue, Wed 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

10/13/26 - 10/14/26
Tue, Wed 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

This 16-hour forklift training course is designed to teach students how to operate a forklift safely and ensure they have the knowledge and skills to do so. This course includes both classroom instruction and hands-on practical training on a forklift. After completing the course, students receive a certificate that verifies their training.
Meeting times and locations:

10/17/26 - 10/18/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

10/17/26 - 10/18/26
Sat, Sun 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

This 16-hour forklift training course is designed to teach students how to operate a forklift safely and ensure they have the knowledge and skills to do so. This course includes both classroom instruction and hands-on practical training on a forklift. After completing the course, students receive a certificate that verifies their training.
Meeting times and locations:

11/14/26 - 11/15/26
Sat, Sun 8a - 12p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

11/14/26 - 11/15/26
Sat, Sun 1p - 5p
Redd Classroom Bldg , Room 00117
Havelock

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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