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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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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    Part Time
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C&G Level 1 Award in Land-based Studies - Introduction to Horse Care January 2025

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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    2024-2025
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    16 to 18
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C&G Level 1 Certificate in Engineering

Thinking a career in engineering within the manufacturing industries might be for you? Engineering is a fantastic career option with numerous opportunities available in our region, and EDC is here to help you develop the practical skills and foundational knowledge you’ll need to take steps towards your future career in engineering!
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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EAL Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence)

The Level 2 Advanced Manufacturing Engineering course has been designed to equip learners with an essential foundation skills developing both the practical skills and theoretical knowledge essential for success in the dynamic field of engineering.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    Vocational
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GCSE English Sept 2025

We offer GCSE English courses part-time, with the option to study during the day or an evening. Both options are usually three hours per week with some independent study involved too. This course is ideal for anyone without a GCSE in English, or who would like to improve their grade.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    Part Time
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    GCSE
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GCSE Maths Sept 2025

Study Maths GCSE part time with us during the daytime and on an evening attending for 2 1/2 hours per week at our Peterlee Campus.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    Part Time
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    GCSE
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Level 2 Award in Skin Tanning Techniques (Evening) November 2024

Whether you work in the beauty industry or just want to learn a new skill, this Level 2 tanning course is ideal for learning how to professionally apply spray tan.
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    2024-2025
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    16 to 18
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Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Health & Social Care) - Evening Sept 2025-26

This part-time evening Access to Higher Education Diploma will help you go on to study a wide range of healthcare and nursing degrees at university.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    Part Time
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    Higher Education
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Level 4 Diploma In Arboriculture

The Level 4 Diploma in Arboriculture is designed for those people working in arboriculture, in both the public and private sectors, to complement their training and experience, and to provide evidence of their knowledge of arboriculture.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    Part Time
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    Higher Education
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NCFE CACHE Level 1 Award in an Introduction to Early Years Settings January 2025

This course is designed for anyone who is considering a career in an early years setting, this could also include parents and volunteers who would like to play a part in early years settings such as pre-schools.
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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