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.

Celebrity hair stylist, Lee Stafford, curling a blonde woman's hair whilst in East Durham College's hair salon.

Level 1 Diploma in an Introduction to the Hair & Beauty Sector 2025-26

Brand new to the world of hairdressing or beauty? With this course, you can choose to specialise in either area and begin your journey towards a career as a hairdresser or beautician.
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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 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance (Motor Vehicle Technician) 2025-26

Want to work in the motor vehicle industry? This course begins your training to become a motor vehicle technician, covering a wide range of subjects including vehicle lubrication systems, cooling systems, vehicle electrical systems and so much more, all taught at our incredible motor vehicle workshop at The Technical Academy.
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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 2 Certificate in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles 2025-26

This qualification is for anyone interested in developing a career in the Fast-Fit retail motor industry, where you will need to maintain and repair different types of vehicles.
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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 in Electrical Installation 2025-25

This Level 2 Electrical course, based at The Technical Academy, will give you the essential knowledge and practical skills you need to start a career as an electrician.
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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 in Women's Hairdressing 2025-26

Interested in a career in Hairdressing? Then check out our Level 2 Diploma which will provide you with the essential skills required to kick start your career, as well as specialist training from our Lee Staffard Education Academy!
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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 Advanced Diploma in Electrical Installation 2025-26

This Level 3 course, based at The Technical Academy, allows you to acquire advanced knowledge and related skills in electrical installation and become a qualified electrician.
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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
Lee Stafford styling a female students hair.

Level 3 Diploma in Women's Hairdressing 2025-26

The Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing course provides you with a range of specialist technical practical skills and knowledge which will prepare you for a career in hairdressing!
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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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C&G Level 2 Award in Cutting Mens Hair

This part time course in cutting men's hair is designed to provide you with an understanding of the basic skills you need to cut men's hair using uniform and graduated techniques.
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    2024-2025
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    Adult Learner
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    Part Time
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    Vocational

C&G Level 2 Award in Cutting Mens Hair

This part time course in cutting men's hair is designed to provide you with an understanding of the basic skills you need to cut men's hair using uniform and graduated techniques.
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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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C&G Level 3 Diploma in Barbering - Sept 2025

This part time barbering course covers advanced hair cutting techniques, creative designs in the hair, cutting facial hair, hot towel shaving, facial massage and perming
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    Adult Learner
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    Part Time
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    Vocational