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.

Celebrity hair stylist, Lee Stafford, curling a blonde woman's hair whilst in East Durham College's hair salon.

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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Level 1 Diploma in Land-based Studies (Horse Care) 2025-26

Love horses? Start your potential future career working in the equine industry with this introductory course at our stunning Houghall Campus in Durham!
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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Level 1 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance (Motor Vehicle Technician) 2025-26

Want to work in the motor vehicle industry? This course begins your training to become a motor vehicle technician, covering a wide range of subjects including vehicle lubrication systems, cooling systems, vehicle electrical systems and so much more, all taught at our incredible motor vehicle workshop at The Technical Academy.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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Level 2 C&G Technical Certificate in Equine Care

This Level 2 Technical Certificate in Equine Care is for you if you are looking to start a career within the equine industry.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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Level 2 Certificate in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles 2025-26

This qualification is for anyone interested in developing a career in the Fast-Fit retail motor industry, where you will need to maintain and repair different types of vehicles.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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Level 2 Diploma in Women's Hairdressing 2025-26

Interested in a career in Hairdressing? Then check out our Level 2 Diploma which will provide you with the essential skills required to kick start your career, as well as specialist training from our Lee Staffard Education Academy!
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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Level 3 Diploma in Women's Hairdressing 2025-26

The Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing course provides you with a range of specialist technical practical skills and knowledge which will prepare you for a career in hairdressing!
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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BHSQ Level 2 Foundation Groom (Stage 2)

This course is designed for people who have passed their Stage 1 Horse Care and are wanting to move onto stage 2 of Horse Care and Lunge.
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    2025-2026
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C&G Level 1 Award in Land-based Studies - Introduction to Horse Care January 2026

This 10 week course introduces you to the basics of horse care. It’s a great stepping-stone for people who are keen to work with horses, but don’t have previous experience.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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C&G Level 1 Certificate in Land-based Studies (Equine) February 2026

C&G Level 1 Certificate in Land-based Studies
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    Vocational