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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Foundation Studies (Houghall Campus) 2025-26

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.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 24 (SEND)
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    Full Time
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    SEND
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Foundation Studies (Peterlee Campus) 2025-26

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.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 24 (SEND)
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    Full Time
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    SEND
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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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    Adult Learner
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    Full Time
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    Vocational
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Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installation 2025-25

This Level 2 Electrical course, based at The Technical Academy, will give you the essential knowledge and practical skills you need to start a career as an electrician.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    Adult Learner
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    Full Time
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    Vocational
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Level 2 Technical Certificate in Equine Care 2025-26

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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    Adult Learner
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    Full Time
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    Vocational
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Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Electrical Installation 2025-26

This Level 3 course, based at The Technical Academy, allows you to acquire advanced knowledge and related skills in electrical installation and become a qualified electrician.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    Adult Learner
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    Full Time
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    Vocational
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Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Equine Management 2025-26

Interested in equine? If so our Level 3 national foundation diploma in equine management might just be the perfect course for you!
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    Full Time
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    Vocational
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BHS Silver Challenge Award Horse Care Pathway

Silver challenge awards are a BHS (British Horse Society) qualification aimed at recreational riders/equestrians. It is split into 2 sections: About the Horse and About the Rider. This is the About the Horse section of the course.
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    2024-2025
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    16 to 18
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    Adult Learner
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    Part Time
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    Vocational
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BHS Silver Challenge Award Rider Pathway

Silver challenge awards are a BHS (British Horse Society) qualification aimed at recreational riders/equestrians. It is split into 2 sections: About the Horse and About the Rider.This is the About the Rider course.
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    2024-2025
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    16 to 18
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    Adult Learner
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    Part Time
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    Vocational
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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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    Adult Learner
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    Part Time
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    Vocational