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 Art and Design 2025-26

This programme provides a well-rounded approach to both visual art techniques, and the Art and Design industry. You will gain experience across a range of 2D and 3D art in a range of media.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    Adult Learner
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    Full Time
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    Vocational
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Level 2 Diploma Veterinary Care Assistants 2025-26

Fancy a career as a veterinary nurse? This course combines together study at our Houghall campus with an extended placement in a veterinary surgery.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    Adult Learner
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    Full Time
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    Vocational
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Level 3 Diploma in Creative Practice Art, Design and Communication 2025-26

This programme is designed to help you extend your understanding of the art & design industry, whilst developing your skills across a range of media.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    Adult Learner
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    Full Time
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    Vocational
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Level 3 Diploma Veterinary Nursing (Small Animals) 2025-26

Further your veterinary nursing qualification with this Level 3 programme. Upon completion, you'll be able to apply for professional registration as a Registered Veterinary Nurse.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    Full Time
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    Vocational
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Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Practice Art, Design and Communication 2025-26

This programme is designed to help you extend your understanding of the Art & Design industry, whilst developing your skills across a range of media.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    Adult Learner
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    Full Time
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    Vocational
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Level 1 Award in Creative Craft (Textiles)

The course is a Level 1 Award in Creative Craft with the emphasis on sewing and textiles, delivered over two evenings per week for six weeks. A range of sewing and textiles areas will be introduced through short projects that build into a portfolio
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    2025-2026
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    Adult Learner
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    Part Time
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    Vocational
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Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and 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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    Adult Learner
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    Part Time
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    Vocational
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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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    Adult Learner
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    Part Time
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    Vocational
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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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    Adult Learner
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    Part Time
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    Vocational

NCFE CACHE Level 4 Certificate for the Advanced Practitioner in Schools and Colleges

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    2025-2026
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    Adult Learner
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    Part Time
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    Higher Education