In addition, a variety of shorter diploma and certificate programs available in those areas also enable Carteret Community College to provide students with the training needed to find employment in a changing workforce. With programs like Internet Technologies, Paralegal Technology, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Therapeutic Recreation, E-Commerce, and Interior Design, CCC students have a wide range of options. As an authorized academic training partner of the Microsoft Corporation, the college has the Microsoft seal of approval to teach students how to use its software products, and students can also test for Microsoft and Cisco certifications, which tell prospective employers they have mastered their technical specialties. In the Corporate and Community Education Division, the college provides businesses and industries with training opportunities for employees in a variety of subjects. Supervision, leadership and customer service training can be customized to meet an organization's needs.
Seminars addressing the needs of small business and entrepreneurs are available to the public.
With occupational training courses such as electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry, students are taking advantage of the flexible training opportunities available at the college. Furthermore, the Basic Skills Department provides students with an opportunity to obtain their GED, attend Adult High School or improve their English if it is their second language. The Corporate and Community Education Division also offers pre-licensing courses for insurance, real estate, general contractor and marine captain. From a public safety training standpoint, students can enter the six-month Basic Law Enforcement Training Program or participate in shorter emergency medical training and fire fighting programs. The college's library is open to the public and has one of the fastest Internet connections in the region.