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 1 Award in Music Technology Sept 2025

The level 1 programme is designed to provide you with an introduction to the knowledge and technical skills required in music production. Using a hands-on focus, learners will explore the basics of studio recording, effectively use different microphones to record live audio, and use digital audio software to record and mix tracks.
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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 1 Award in Photography

Our Level 1 photography course includes two core units covering using a camera to capture creative images and digital image manipulation.
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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 Counselling Skills Sept 2025

Fancy a career in counselling? If so this is the perfect course for you! This course will allow current employees develop into counselling, helping and mentoring roles.
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    2025-2026
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    Vocational
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Level 2 Certificate in Nail Technology (Evening) Sept 2025

Thinking a career as a nail tech might be for you? This course provides a fantastic introduction to nail technology and is delivered part-time at our Peterlee campus beauty salon.
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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 Photography Sept 2025

Get snap-happy with EDC's fantastic photography course, taught part-time on an evening at our Peterlee campus to easily fit around your existing commitments.
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    2025-2026
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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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    Vocational
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Level 2 Diploma in Barbering Sept 2025

Time to sharpen up your skills with a Level 2 Diploma in Barbering at East Durham College! You're in good hands - this course is taught by highly experienced barbering professionals.
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    2025-2026
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    Vocational
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Level 2 EAL Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence) 2025-26

The Level 2 Advanced Manufacturing Engineering course has been designed to equip learners with an essential foundation skills developing both the practical skills and theoretical knowledge essential for success in the dynamic field of engineering.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    Part Time
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    Vocational
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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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    Higher Education
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Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Nursing & Midwifery) - Evening or Daytime Sept 2025/26

You could go on to study a wide range of healthcare, nursing and midwifery degrees at university with East Durham College's Ascentis Access to HE diploma. You may also progress to other related courses such as operating department practitioner, occupational health or social work, taught part-time on evenings or daytime.
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    2025-2026
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    Adult Learner
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    Part Time
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    Higher Education