Want to learn something new, increase your skills, meet some new people or improve your career prospects? Get started with our fantastic range of part-time courses - many of which are free & available exclusively for adults! See the list below.
East Durham College provides training and education to more adults from County Durham than any other further education provider in the North East - and nearly 50% more than the next largest provider.
This page is updated as and when we receive information about new courses, so please check back regularly to see what's available! New adult courses generally start in September, January and around Easter time each year.
You can also click here to check out our Courses for Adults Guide >> for an overview of all the part-time and full-time courses planned from Sept 2024 to July 2025 which adult learners can enrol on.
You can register your interest by using the short form below or by clicking through to the course you are interested in and clicking Apply Now.
Course Fees & Funding
Concerned about funding your course? Don't be - there's loads of support available from the college!
If you earn under £25,000 you can study the vast majority of our Level 1, 2 and 3 courses completely FREE of charge*, and if you earn over this threshold, you can also pay in instalments for Level 1/Level 2 courses, or use the Advanced Learner Loan to fund Level 3 courses.
Some courses are even completely FREE for everyone*, so make sure you have a good look below to find the right course for you!
Please see our Course Fees & Funding page on the website for more information.
*subject to postcode eligibility and/or personal circumstances.
Accountancy Courses (Peterlee Campus)
We've crunched the numbers - our part-time accountancy courses are definitely the best way to kickstart or further your future career in accountancy!
Here's what's available:
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 Introduction to Bookkeeping (AAT) - Part Time | Tues, 5PM-7PM | Sept 2024, TBC Feb 2025 & Apr 2025 | 10 Weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting AAT (Evening) - Part Time | Tues, 5PM-9PM | September 2025 | 1 Year | £882.50* |
| Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting AAT (Day) - Part Time | TBC, 9:30AM to 4:15PM | September 2025 | 1 year | £882.50* |
| Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping (AAT) - Part Time | Thurs, 5:00PM to 9:00PM | 30th Jan 2025, September 2025 | TBC | TBC |
| Level 3 Diploma in Accounting (AAT) - Part Time | Thurs, 5:00PM to 9:00PM | 30th Jan 2025, September 2025 | 1 year | £2,573* |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Access to Higher Education (Peterlee Campus & Houghall Campus)
Access to HE is all about getting you to university - if you missed the chance to go the first time around, it's never too late thanks to Access! We run a wide variety of Access courses at our Peterlee campus and also specialist land-based courses at our Houghall campus. Here's the full list:
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Access to HE Diploma (Nursing & Midwifery) - Part Time (Peterlee) | Tues & Thurs, 9AM-12:15PM OR 6PM-9PM | 28th January 2025 | 1 Year | £3,384* |
| Access to HE Diploma (Computing) Part Time (Peterlee) | Tues & Thurs, 6PM-9PM | 28th January 2025 | 1 Year | £3,384* |
| Access to HE Diploma (Health & Social Care) - Part Time (Peterlee) | Tues & Thurs, 6PM-9PM | September 2025 | 1 Year | £3,384* |
| Access to HE Diploma (Nursing & Midwifery) - Part Time (Peterlee) | Tues & Thurs, 9AM-12:15PM OR 6PM-9PM | September 2025 | 1 Year | £3,384* |
| Access to HE Diploma (Paramedic Science) - Part Time (Peterlee) | Tues & Thurs, 6PM to 9PM | September 2025 | 1 year | £3,384* |
| Access to HE Diploma (Radiography) - Part Time (Peterlee) | Tues & Thurs, 6PM-9PM | September 2025 | 1 year | £3,384* |
| Access to HE Diploma (Primary Teaching) - Part Time (Peterlee) | Tues & Thurs, 6PM-9PM | September 2025 | 1 year | £3,384* |
| Access to HE Diploma (Physio & Sports Therapy) - Part Time (Peterlee) | Tues & Thurs, 6PM-9PM | September 2025 | 1 Year | £3,384* |
| Access to HE Diploma (Science) - Part Time (Peterlee) | Tues & Thurs, 6PM-9PM | September 2025 | 1 Year | £3,384* |
| Access to HE Diploma (Animal Science - Houghall) - Part Time (Houghall) | Tues & Thurs, 6PM-9PM | September 2025 | 1 Year | £3,384* |
| Access to HE Diploma (Veterinary Science - Houghall) - Part Time (Houghall) | Tues & Thurs, 6PM-9PM | September 2025 | 1 Year | £3,384* |
| Access to HE Diploma (Computing) Part Time (Peterlee) | Tues & Thurs, 6PM-9PM | September 2025 - TBC | 1 Year | £3,384* |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Agriculture - Houghall Campus (Durham)
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 Introduction to Farming - Part Time | Thurs, 5:30 to 8:30PM | Sept 2024, 30th Jan 2025, April 2025 | 10 Weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Technical Certificate in Agriculture - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 Year | £1,843.50* |
| Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Agriculture - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | £6,931* |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Animal Care - Houghall Campus (Durham)
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 Introduction to Animal Care - Part Time | Wed, 5:30PM-8:30PM | Sept 2024, 29th Jan 2025, April 2025 | 10 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Zoo & Exotic Husbandry - Part Time | Wed, 6PM-9PM | Sept 2024, 12th Feb 2025 | 16 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Animal Behaviour & Welfare - Part Time | Wed, 6PM-9PM | Sept 2024, 12th Feb 2025 | 16 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Intro to Native Wildlife - Part Time | Wed, 6PM-9PM | 12th Feb 2025 | 16 weeks | FREE |
| Level 1 Diploma in Land-Based Studies (Animal Care) - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | £1,845.50* |
| Level 2 Technical Certificate in Animal Care - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | £1,843.50* |
| Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Animal Management - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | £4,425* |
| Level 4-5 Animal Management Foundation Degree (FdSc) - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 2 years | £8,750/yr (Loan Available) |
| Access to HE Diploma (Animal Science - Houghall) - Part Time (Houghall) | Tues & Thurs, 6PM-9PM | September 2025 | 1 Year | £3,384* |
| Access to HE Diploma (Veterinary Science - Houghall) - Part Time (Houghall) | Tues & Thurs, 6PM-9PM | September 2025 | 1 Year | £3,384* |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Arboriculture (Tree Surgery) - Houghall Campus (Durham)
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Forestry & Arboriculture - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 2 years | £11,356* |
| Level 4 Diploma in Arboriculture - Part Time | Friday, 1PM-7PM | November 2025 | 16 weeks | £4,425 (Loan Available) |
In addition, we provide training and qualifications in a number of specialist short courses covering chainsaws, climbing, felling, rigging and chipper training and assessment for individuals and businesses.
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Art, Design & Creative Craft - Peterlee Campus
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creative Craft (Textiles) Level 1 - Part Time | Tues, 5-8PM | Jan 2025 & Apr 2025 | 10 weeks | FREE |
| Creative Craft (Textiles) Level 2 - Part Time | Tues, 5-8PM | October 2024, Jan 2025 | 16 Weeks | FREE |
| Level 1 Art & Design - Part Time | Thurs, 5PM-8PM | TBC 2025 | 7 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Art & Design - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | £1,838.50* |
| Level 3 Diploma in Creative Practice, Art, Design & Communication - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | £3,345* |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Barbering & Hairdressing - Peterlee Campus
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barbering Short Back & Sides - Part Time | Mon, 9AM-4:30PM | TBC | 2 weeks | FREE |
| Barbering Fading Skills - Part Time | Mon, 9AM-4:30PM | TBC | 2 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Award in Cutting Men's Hair - Part Time | 3 hours per week, Mon 9AM-12PM | 13th January 2025 & 31st March 2025 | 10 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Diploma in Barbering - Part Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | £1,800.50* |
| Level 3 Diploma in Barbering - Part Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | TBC |
| Level 1 Certificate in an Introduction to the Hair OR Beauty Sector - Part Time | Beauty: Mon, 9AM-12PM Hair: Fri, 9AM-12PM | 13th January 2025 17th January 2025 | 20 weeks | FREE |
| Level 1 Diploma in an Introduction to the Hair Sector - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | £1,381.50* |
| Level 2 Diploma in Women's Hairdressing - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | £1,785.50* |
| Level 3 Diploma in Women's Hairdressing - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | £3,345* |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Beauty Therapy - Peterlee Campus
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eyebrow Lamination & Lash Lift - Part Time | Wed, 5:30PM-9PM | TBC | 4 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Award in Eyelash & Eyebrow Treatments - Part Time | TBC, 3.5 hours per week | November 2025 | 12 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Award in Skin Tanning Techniques - Part Time | Thurs evening, 5-8:30PM | November 2025 | 4 weeks | £61 |
| Lava Shell & Bamboo Massage - Part Time | Wed, 5:30PM-9PM | TBC | 4 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Certificate in Nail Technology - Part Time | Wed, 5PM-9PM | September 2025 | 18 weeks | £545.50* |
| Level 3 Diploma in Nail Technology Studies - Part Time | Mon, 9:30AM-6PM | September 2025 | 18 weeks | £2,583* |
| Level 1 Certificate in an Introduction to the Beauty Sector - Part Time | Mon, 9AM-12PM | 13th January 2025 | 20 weeks | FREE |
| Level 1 Diploma in an Introduction to the Beauty Sector - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | £1,381.50* |
| Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Specialist Techniques - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | £1,785.50* |
| Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Treatments - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | £3,345* |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Bricklaying - Peterlee Campus
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DIY Bricklaying for Beginners - Part Time | Tues & Thurs, 5PM-8PM | 10 or 12 December 2024, 25 or 27 March 2025 | 12 weeks | FREE |
| Level 1 Diploma in Bricklaying - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | £1,411.50* |
| Level 2 Diploma in Bricklaying - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | £2,833.50* |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Business - Peterlee Campus
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business for Beginners Level 1 AAT - Part Time | Wed, 5PM-7PM | September 2025 | 10 weeks | FREE |
| Level 3 Diploma in Business, Enterprise & Entrepreneurship - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 2 years | £2,586.65/yr* |
*Financial support may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Carpentry & Joinery - Peterlee Campus
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DIY Carpentry & Joinery for Homeowners - Part Time | Tuesdays, 5PM-8PM | 25 March 2025 | 12 weeks | FREE |
| DIY Carpentry & Joinery for Homeowners - Part Time | Thursdays, 5PM-8PM | 27 March 2025 | 12 weeks | FREE |
| Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry & Joinery - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | £1,411.50* |
| Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | £2,833.50* |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Childcare
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 Award in Introduction to Early Years Settings - Part Time | Thursday evenings | 7th January 2025 | 8 weeks | FREE |
| Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Schools - Part Time | Thursday evenings | 10th April 2025 | 8 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties - Part Time | Thursday evenings | 17th April 2025 | 12 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner - Part Time | Thursdays, 3pm-9pm | 13th November 2025 | 32 weeks | £819* |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Computing & ICT - Peterlee Campus
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essential Digital Skills - Part Time | Varies | Varies | Varies | FREE |
| Digital Functional Skills - Part Time | Varies | Varies | Varies | FREE |
| Level 1 Computer Programming for Beginners - Part Time | Fri, 10AM-12PM | September 2025 | 10 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Award in Computer Programming for Beginners - Part Time | Fri, 1PM-3PM | September 2025 | 10 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Technical Diploma in IT - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | TBC |
| Level 3 National Certificate in Computing - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | £946* |
| Level 3 Diploma in IT - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | £3,345* |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Cookery & Hospitality - Peterlee Campus
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 2 Award in Barista Skills - Part Time | Tue, 5PM-9PM | 21st January 2025 | 5 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality & Catering - Part Time | Thurs, 4PM-9PM | 16th January 2025 | 18 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Certificate in General Patisserie & Confectionery - Part Time | Thurs, 4PM-9PM | 16th January 2025 | 18 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Certificate in General Patisserie & Confectionery - Part Time | TBC, 4PM-9PM | September 2025 | 20 weeks | £3,345* |
| Level 3 Certificate in General Patisserie & Confectionery - Part Time | TBC, 2PM-9PM | September 2025 | 1 year | £1,645* |
| Level 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | £1,783.50* |
| Level 3 Diploma in Professional Cookery - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | £3,345* |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Counselling - Peterlee Campus
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills - Part Time | Tues, 6PM to 9PM | 7th Jan 2025 & March 2025, September 2025 | 14 weeks | FREE |
| Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills - Part Time | Tues, 5:45PM to 9PM | 7th January 2025, September 2025 | 23 weeks | £950* |
| Level 4-5 Foundation Degree (FdA) in Counselling - Part Time | Tues, Daytime | September 2025 | 2 years | £5,500/yr (Loan Available) |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Creative Media Production - Peterlee Campus
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | £2,501* |
| Level 3 Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | £4,670* |
| Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | £2,725* |
*Financial support may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Dog Grooming - Houghall Campus (Durham)
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 Foundation Introduction to Dog Grooming - Part Time | TBC | TBC | 10 | TBC |
| City & Guide Level 2 Certificate in Dog Grooming Assistants - Part Time | TBC | TBC | 20 | TBC |
| City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming - Part Time | TBC | TBC | TBC | TBC |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) - Peterlee Campus
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) - Part Time | Various | Various | Various | FREE |
Electrical - The Technical Academy (Peterlee Industrial Estate)
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installation - Full Time | Approx. 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £1,813.50* |
| Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Electrical Installation - Full Time | Approx. 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £3,345* |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Engineering - Peterlee Campus
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 Certificate in Engineering - Full Time | Varies | September 2025 | 1 year | £1,645* |
| Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence) - Full Time | Approx. 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £1,365* |
| BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Technical Knowledge) - Full Time | Approx. 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £5,421* |
| C&G Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) - Full Time | Approx. 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £3,345* |
| BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Engineering - Part Time | Approx. 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £2,348 (Loan Available) |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Floristry - Houghall Campus (Durham)
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 Award in Creative Craft Floristry - Part Time | Wed or Thur, 6PM-9PM or Fri, 1:15PM-4:15PM | W/c 3rd February 2025 | 15 weeks | £335* |
| Level 2 in Creative Craft Floristry - Part Time | Tues or Wed, 6PM-9PM or Fri, 9:15AM-12:15PM | W/c 3rd February 2025 | 15 weeks | TBC |
| Level 2 Technical Certificate in Floristry - Full Time | Approx. 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £1,843.50* |
| Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Floristry- Part Time | Approx. 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 2 years | £4,425* |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
GCSE & Functional Skills Maths/English - Peterlee Campus
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GCSE English - Part Time | Fri, 6PM-8:30PM | September 2025 | 1 year | FREE |
| Functional Skills English - Part Time | Varies, 1PM-3:30PM | September 2024/25 | Various | FREE |
| GCSE Maths - Part Time | Fri, 6PM-8:30PM | September 2025 | 1 year | FREE |
| Functional Skills Maths - Part Time | Varies, 1PM-3:30PM | September 2024/25 | Various | FREE |
| Functional Skills Maths (Fast Track) - Part Time | 9AM-4PM | June 2025 | 1 week | FREE |
| Functional Skills English (Fast Track) - Part Time | 9AM-4PM | June 2025 | 1 week | FREE |
Healthcare - Peterlee Campus
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Nutrition & Health - Part Time | Tues, 5.30PM-8.30PM | 28th January 2025 | 18 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Certificate in Health & Social Care - Part Time | Thurs, 5PM-8PM | September 2025 | 10 weeks | FREE |
| Level 4-5 Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Health & Social Care - Part Time | Varies, approx 13 hours over 2 days | September 2025 | 2 years | £8,750/yr (Loan Available) |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Horse Care (Equine) - Houghall Campus, Durham
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 Introduction to Horse Care - Part Time | Mon, 5:30PM-8:30PM | Sept 2024, 13 Jan 2025, Apr 2025 | 10 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Horse Care & Management - Part Time | TBC, 5:30-8:30PM | September 2025 | 16 weeks | FREE |
| British Horse Society (BHS) Stage 1 - Care - Part Time | Mon, 5:30PM-8:30PM | Sept 2024, Jan/Feb 2025, Apr 2025 | 8 weeks | £250 |
| British Horse Society (BHS) Stage 2 - Care & Lunge - Part Time | Tues, 5:30PM-8:30PM | Sept 2024, 14 Jan 2025, Apr 2025 | 10 weeks | £468 |
| British Horse Society (BHS) Silver Challenge Award Horse Care Pathway - Part Time | Mon, 6.30PM-8.30PM | 13 Jan 2025 | 6 weeks | £200 |
| British Horse Society (BHS) Silver Challenge Award Rider Pathway - Part Time | Mon, 5.30PM-6.30PM | 13 Jan 2025 | 6 weeks | £173 |
| Level 1 Diploma in Land-Based Studies (Horse Care) - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £1,845.50* |
| Level 2 Technical Certificate in Equine Care - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £,1843.50* |
| Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Equine Management - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £4,425* |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Horticulture - Houghall Campus, Durham
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 Introduction to Gardening - Part Time | Fri or Sat, 1PM-4PM | Sept 2024, 31 Jan 2025, April 2025 | 10 weeks | FREE |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Land & Wildlife (Countryside Pathway) - Houghall Campus, Durham
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 2 Technical Certificate in Land & Wildlife - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £1,843.50* |
| Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Land & Wildlife Management - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £4,425* |
| Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Land & Wildlife Management - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £6,931* |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Motor Vehicle Maintenance - The Technical Academy (Peterlee Industrial Estate)
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance (Vehicle Technician) - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £1,375* |
| Level 1 Diploma in Vehicle Systems (Vehicle Mechanic) - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £1,373.50* |
| Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Principles - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £2,795.50* |
| Level 2 Certificate in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Principles - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £908* |
| Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Principles - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £5,421* |
| C&G Level Award in Vehicle Systems Maintenance - Part Time | Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5-8PM | 10th September 2024, 10th December 2024, 25 March 2025 | 12 weeks | FREE |
| C&G Level 2 Award in Safe Maintenance of Electric & Hybrid Vehicles - Part Time | TBC | December 2024, March 2025, June 2025 | 6 weeks | £149* |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Music - Peterlee Campus
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 Award in Music Technology - Part Time | Tues & Thurs, 5:30PM-8:30PM | Nov 2024, March/April 2025 | 7 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Certificate in Music Technology - Part Time | Tues & Thurs, 5:30PM-8:30PM | Varies | 8 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Diploma in Music Performing & Production - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £3,752* |
| Level 3 Diploma in Music Performing & Production - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £7,172* |
| Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Performance & Production - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £4,184* |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Painting & Decorating - Peterlee Campus
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 Diploma in Painting & Decorating - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £1,411.50* |
| Level 2 Diploma in Painting & Decorating - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £2,833.50* |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Performing Arts - Peterlee Campus
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 2 Diploma in Performing & Production Arts - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £2,501* |
| Level 3 Diploma in Performing & Production Arts - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £4,670* |
| Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing & Production Arts - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £2,725* |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Photography - Peterlee Campus
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 Award in Photography - Part Time | Tues, 5:30-8:30PM | 7th Jan 2025, 1st April 2025, September 2025 | 10 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Certificate in Photography - Part Time | Tues, 5:30-8:30PM | September 2025 | 20 weeks | £462.50* |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Plumbing - The Technical Academy, Peterlee Industrial Estate
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 Diploma in Plumbing Foundation - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £1,406.50* |
| Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing Foundation - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £1,867.50* |
| Level 3 Diploma in Plumbing Foundation - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £3,345* |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Sport - Peterlee Campus
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing - Part Time | Tues or Thurs, 5:30PM-8:30PM | 7th Jan 2025 & Apr 2025 | 18 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Nutrition & Health - Part Time | Tues, 5.30PM-8.30PM | 28th January 2025 | 18 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Award in Circuit Instructor Training - Part Time | Tues or Thurs, 5:30PM-8:30PM | April 2025 TBC | 4 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Award in Group Cycling Instructor Training - Part Time | Tues or Thurs, 5:30PM-8:30PM | April 2025 TBC | 4 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Award in Kettlebell Instructor Training - Part Time | Tues or Thurs, 5:30PM-8:30PM | April 2025 TBC | 3 weeks | FREE |
| Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Sports Coaching - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 2 years | £8,750/yr (Loan Available) |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Teaching Support & Teacher Training - Peterlee Campus
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 in Preparing to Work in Schools - Part Time | Thurs, 5PM-9PM | Jan 2025 & Apr 2025 | 8 weeks | FREE |
| Level 1 Award in an Introduction to Working or Volunteering in Early Years Settings - Part Time | Thurs, 5PM-9PM | Feb 2025 & Apr 2025 | 8 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner - Part Time | Tues, 5PM-9PM | September 2025 | 32 weeks | TBC |
| Level 2 in Understanding Specific Learning Needs - Part Time | TBC, 5:30PM-8:30PM | September 2025 | 14 weeks | FREE |
| Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning - Part Time | Tues, 5PM-9PM | September 2025 | 32 weeks | TBC |
| Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning - Part Time | Tues, 5PM-9PM | September 2025 | 32 weeks | TBC |
| Level 3 Education & Training - Part Time at Houghall | Wed, 5:30PM-8:30PM | 29th January 2025, September 2025 | 14 weeks | £234* |
| Level 5 Apprenticeship in Teaching - Part Time | Varies, 3hrs/week | September 2025 | 18 months | On Request |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Travel & Tourism - Peterlee Campus
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 Certificate in Exploring the Aviation Industry - Part Time | Thurs, 5PM-8PM | 22nd Jan 2025 | 12 weeks | FREE |
| Certificate in Travel & Tourism (Business & Tourism Operations) - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £728.50* |
| Level 3 Introductory Diploma in Travel & Tourism - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £2,573* |
| Level 3 Extended Diploma in Travel & Tourism - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £4,029* |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Uniformed Public Services - Peterlee Campus
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 2 Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £1,099.50* |
| Level 3 Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services - Full Time | Varies, approx 16 hours over 3 days | September 2025 | 1 year | £2,578* |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.
Veterinary Nursing - Houghall Campus, Durham
| Course | Days/Times | Start Date | No. Of Weeks | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 2 Diploma Veterinary Care Assistants - Full Time | Varies, 6 hrs/twice a week + placement hours | September 2025 | 1 year | £2,451.50* |
| Level 3 Diploma Veterinary Nursing (Small Animals) - Full Time | Varies, block training with placement | September 2025 | 2 years | £11,356* |
*Financial support/no fees may be available depending on your individual circumstances. See our Course Fees & Funding page for more info.