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 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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    Vocational
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Level 1 Diploma in Bricklaying 2025-26

Start your career in the construction industry with this introductory bricklaying course from East Durham College!
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Specialist Techniques 2025-26

Learn how to perform facial skincare, waxing, eyelash and eyebrow treatments, manicures and much more with this Level 2 Beauty course at East Durham College!
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Treatments - Sept 2025

Interest in a career in Beauty Therapy? If so this level 3 course is the way to get you there!
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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Entry Level 3 Award in Introduction to Bricklaying (DIY Bricklaying)

Aged 19+ and want to improve your home? If so this could be the perfect course for you!
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    2025-2026
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    Part Time
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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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    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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NCFE Level 1 Award in Photography

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    2025-2026
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    Vocational

Skills Bootcamp - Construction

This bootcamp is designed specifically for labourers and general operatives already in the industry who are looking to upskill and gain a nationally recognised NVQ Level 2 qualification.
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    2025-2026
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    Skills Bootcamps
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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