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 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 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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    Part Time
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    Higher Education
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Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Paramedic Science) - Evening Sept 2025-26

Are you interested in a career as a paramedic, an ambulance driver or an emergency care assistant? Then why not study this Ascentis Access to HE course too kickstart your career path in these exciting and rewarding roles!
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    2025-2026
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    Higher Education
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Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Physio & Sport Therapy) - Evening Sept 2025-26

You could go on to study a wide range of healthcare, physiotherapy, occupational health degrees at university with East Durham College's Ascentis Access to HE diploma, taught part-time on an evening.
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    2025-2026
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    Adult Learner
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    Part Time
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    Higher Education
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Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Radiography) - Evening Sept 2025-26

Diagnostic radiographers are very important in the world of healthcare. Doctors need accurate radiography tests to ensure diseases are caught in time and patients receive the best treatment possible. This Ascentis Access to HE Diploma in Radiography gives you the perfect start in your journey towards a career in the NHS or the private sector as a radiographer.
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    2025-2026
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    Adult Learner
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    Part Time
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    Higher Education
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Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Science) - Evening Sept 2025-26

Age 19+? Looking to go to uni, but don't have the qualifications? Our Ascentis Access to HE diploma is the solution - allowing you to move on to a wide variety of science-related degrees.
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    2025-2026
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    Adult Learner
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    Part Time
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    Higher Education
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VTCT Level 2 Award in Eyelash and Eyebrow Treatments (Evening)

Whether you're brand new to the world of eye treatments or an existing beauty therapist wanting to upskill, this course in Lash and brow treatments is ideal for you!
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    2024-2025
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    Part Time
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    Vocational

VTCT Skills Level 2 NVQ Award in Make-Up

Whether you work already in the beauty industry or brand new to it, this part-time course is ideal for learning a wide variety of new makeup application techniques.
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    2024-2025
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    Part Time
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    Vocational