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Why Become an Apprentice?

Apprenticeships are a job with training and are an excellent way to gain knowledge and valuable skills employers want.

Levels of Apprenticeships

We currently offer two types of apprenticeships at the College. Which level you undertake will depend upon your current qualifications or experience.

Employers - Frequently Asked Questions About Apprenticeships

Got questions about how apprenticeships could work for your business? Find answers to lots of common questions here!

Learners - Apprenticeship Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about how apprenticeships work? Find out answers to several commonly-asked questions here!

Parents - Apprenticeship Frequently Asked Questions

Parents! Got questions about your child starting an apprenticeship? We've got answers.

Report & Support

At East Durham College we are committed to promoting diversity and equality, and to providing a supportive and inclusive environment. We want to encourage our staff and students to report bullying, harassment, sexual misconduct, hate crime, assault or discrimination by using this quick and simple reporting tool.

Information, Advice & Guidance Statement of Service

Our aim is to offer a customer focused service, which is convenient for all clients to access and provide up to date, comprehensive and impartial information, advice and guidance.

East Durham College - College Charter Statement

The College Charter is a transparent agreement between the College and its learners. It communicates clearly what learners can expect from the College and vice versa.

East Durham College - Student Charter Statement

Our Student Charter sets out our commitments to you and what we ask of you in return, so that together we can make EDC a great place to study and learn.

Help With Childcare Costs for Students Aged 20+

Available to eligible students with a household income of £50,000 or less, who are aged 20+ and funded from the Adult Skills Fund from the ESFA/Combined Local Authority or the Advanced Learner Loan.