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 Plumbing Foundation 2025-26

The Level 1 Diploma in Plumbing Foundation offers an entry level course for those wishing to work toward becoming a qualified plumber. The course is a one-year full time program that includes training in the practical tool and fabrication skills required to install and maintain basic domestic plumbing systems.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    Vocational
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Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing Foundation 2025-26

The Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing Foundation offers an industry level course for those wishing to work toward becoming a qualified plumbing and heating engineer. The course is a one-year full time programme that includes training in the practical tool and fabrication skills required to install and maintain basic domestic plumbing systems.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    Vocational
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Level 2 Technical Certificate in Agriculture 2025-26

Start your career in agriculture with East Durham College's Level 2 Agriculture course, taught at our Houghall campuses' state-of-the-art farming facility in Durham.
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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 Advanced Technical Diploma in Agriculture 2025-26

Whether you want to drive tractors, learn how to grow crops, study soil science or anything else agriculture, there's no better place to learn than at EDC's Houghall campus!
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    Vocational
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Level 3 Award in Education and Training - Evening (January)

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.
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    2025-2026
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    Vocational
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Level 1 Award in Land-based Studies - Intro to Farming 2025-26

This 10 week course will cover the health & safety relevant to working with livestock and introduction to production livestock management. The course will combine theory and practical.
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    2025-2026
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    Part Time
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    Vocational
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Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning 2025-26

Want to train as a teaching assistant or learning support assistant? This part-time evening course is an ideal starting point.
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    2025-2026
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    Part Time
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    Vocational
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Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching Learning 2025-26

Want to train as a teaching assistant or learning support assistant? This part-time evening course is an ideal starting point.
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    2025-2026
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    Part Time
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    Vocational
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NCFE CACHE Level 4 Certificate for the Advanced Practitioner in Schools and Colleges

Aquire skills in leadership, mentoring, coaching and reflection through a range of work-based learning opportunities, for a future working as a practitioner in the school and college workforce with this Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Practitioner in Schools and Colleges.
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    2025-2026
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    Part Time
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    Higher Education
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WBL Level 5 Learning and Skills Teacher 2024-25

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.
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    2025-2026
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    Adult Learner
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    Part Time
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    Higher Education