Course Finder

How to Apply

To apply for a course at EDC, use our course finder to find the perfect one for you! You can view all of our available courses below, or use our filtering system to search by location, age, subject area and more.

Just give the course you’re interested in a click, find the apply button, and submit your application when you’re ready.

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Level 2 Zoo and Exotic Animal Husbandry (City & Guilds)

This part-time course covers the fundamental knowledge and skills you need to understand and care for a range of exotic and zoo animals, from commonly kept reptiles to zoo species. You will examine the biological differences between species and develop husbandry skills to work with a wide range of reptiles and exotic mammals.
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    2025-2026
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Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Animal Science) 2025-26

Whether you want to work as a zookeeper, animal care technician, veterinary nurse, kennel work or more, you can make it happen by unlocking your path to university with this Access to Higher Education course!
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    2025-2026
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Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Veterinary Science) 2025-26

Unlock your path to a future career in veterinary science or other animal-related degrees with this part-time course at our Houghall campus in Durham!
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    2025-2026
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Level 3 Award in Education and Training - Evening (January)

Get your introductory teaching qualification from East Durham College with this part-time teacher training course! Ideal for teachers, tutors and trainers new to the FE sector.
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    2025-2026
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Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching Learning 2025-26

Want to train as a teaching assistant or learning support assistant? This part-time evening course is an ideal starting point.
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    2025-2026
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NCFE CACHE Level 4 Certificate for the Advanced Practitioner in Schools and Colleges

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    2025-2026
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WBL Level 5 Learning and Skills Teacher 2024-25

It is aimed at anyone who currently works in the post-compulsory education sector delivering vocational education and training. The Level 5 Learning & Skills Teacher is recognised as fully DET compliant by the Department of Education.
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    2024-2025
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Distance Learning - Behaviour That Challenges (Level 2 Certificate) 2024-25

This course develops your understanding of the reasons why a person's behaviour may be challenging, focusing on anxiety, neglect, abuse, learning disabilities, dementia and more. As with our other distance learning courses, this is completely FREE of charge!
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    2024-2025
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Distance Learning - Individuals with Learning Disabilities (Level 2 Certificate) 2024-25

If you work in the care sector or would like to, having an understanding of learning disabilities and how they affect individuals is essential.
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    2024-2025
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Distance Learning - Information, Advice or Guidance (Level 2 Certificate) 2024-25

Gain a completely FREE L2 certificate in Information, Advice or Guidance with East Durham College's distance learning course! Study from home or work at your own pace.
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    2024-2025
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