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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A Level Social Sciences Pathway 2025-27

Our unique Social Sciences Pathway is specially designed to take you to University for your dream degree! This Pathway includes one mandatory A Level in Psychology, plus two additional subjects of your choice. Our ED6 Pathways are supported by academic, extracurricular and work experience opportunities to develop you and your skillset!
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    ED6 Pathway
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Level 2 Diploma Veterinary Care Assistants 2025-26

Fancy a career as a veterinary nurse? This course combines together study at our Houghall campus with an extended placement in a veterinary surgery.
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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 Applied Certificate in Criminology 2025-27

Learn about different types of crime, investigative techniques which are used to catch suspects and how social control is used in society to make us obey laws.
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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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Level 3 Diploma Veterinary Nursing (Small Animals) 2025-26

Further your veterinary nursing qualification with this Level 3 programme. Upon completion, you'll be able to apply for professional registration as a Registered Veterinary Nurse.
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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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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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    Adult Learner
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    Part Time
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    Vocational
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NCFE Level 1 Award in Photography

Our Level 1 Award in Photography is perfect for beginners who want to get started in learning the basic tools and techniques to get that perfect shot!
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    2025-2026
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    Adult Learner
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    Part Time
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    Vocational