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Our Foundation Studies programme is a supportive, inclusive and exciting post-16 provision providing support and development for learners with a range of special educational needs and disabilities. At Houghall, learners can access our vocational programmes including agriculture and animal care.

Our Foundation Studies programme is a supportive, inclusive and exciting post-16 provision providing support and development for learners with a range of special educational needs and disabilities. At Peterlee, learners can access our vocational programmes including catering, performing arts, media and more.

Functional Skills English workshop courses are designed to develop practical skills that will help you in life and the workplace. We offer a range of sessions throughout the week at different locations and are committed to helping our students achieve their goals.

Functional Skills courses are designed to develop practical skills that will help you in life and the workplace. The course is designed to help you progress at your own pace and develop your confidence in using a wide variety of skills. They allow you to independently develop employability skills in a positive and supportive environment. We offer a range of sessions throughout the week at different locations and are committed to helping our students achieve their goals.

Want to train as a teaching assistant or learning support assistant? This part-time evening course is an ideal starting point.

Get your introductory teaching qualification from East Durham College with this part-time teacher training course! Ideal for teachers, tutors and trainers new to the FE sector.

Want to train as a teaching assistant or learning support assistant? This part-time evening course is an ideal starting point.

It is aimed at anyone who currently works in the post-compulsory education sector delivering vocational education and training. The Level 5 Learning & Skills Teacher is recognised as fully DET compliant by the Department of Education.

This course develops your understanding of the reasons why a person's behaviour may be challenging, focusing on anxiety, neglect, abuse, learning disabilities, dementia and more. As with our other distance learning courses, this is completely FREE of charge!

If you work in the care sector or would like to, having an understanding of learning disabilities and how they affect individuals is essential.