NCD
We offer an inclusive, community environment for you to return to education and receive the support you need.
Our courses cover a wide selection of sector areas and many are FREE* for adults (aged 19+).
Whether you’re looking to simply have fun or to retrain and gain a professional qualification – we’ve got you covered!
Get back into education – browse our courses below.
An Access to HE qualification will prepare you for a wide range of degrees at universities and Higher Education institutions.
An Access to HE Diploma could be perfect for you if you don't hold a recent Level 3 qualification and you want to progress to study a degree level course. The Diplomas are completed in just one year and from there you can go onto ambitious and highly paid careers.
With the highest demand for employees in the health, science and education sectors, we currently offer Diplomas in Health, Science, Educational Studies and Humanities and Social Science. We’ve helped many students progress to study degrees in nursing, paramedic science, podiatry, primary teaching, social work and law.
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Read more about the subject, possible careers and student testimonials on the Access to HE subject page
A career in the beauty industry can take you anywhere in the world! If you like being your own boss you could also have your own business or go freelance.
Read more about the subject, possible careers and student testimonials on the Beauty subject page
With a government drive for more and better jobs in the North East, our business department is the best place to develop the skills required by local, national and international employers.
At NCD, we work with businesses to design and deliver a curriculum that focuses on the practical application of knowledge for a career in retail, leadership and management, administration, finance, sales or marketing.
You will develop the entrepreneurial skills needed to take both you and your business ideas to the next level. As you progress with us, you will also receive opportunities to work or study abroad.
Read more about the subject, possible careers and student testimonials on the Business & Management subject page
Construction and Civil Engineering is the creation of the built environment. If you are interested in designing and building things this could be the career for you. You will need to make decisions confidently, have excellent communication and project management skills and able to work within budgets and to deadlines.
Read more about the subject, possible careers and student testimonials on the Construction & Civil Engineering subject page
Find out everything you need to know if you are starting one of our higher education counselling programmes in September.
Read more about the subject, possible careers and student testimonials on the Counselling subject page
Let us help you take your next step in life, work and study with our flexible ESOL programmes.
Read more about the subject, possible careers and student testimonials on the ESOL subject page
Interested in working in a rewarding career with children and young people?
Study key aspects - such as safeguarding - and get the opportunity to gain real-life experience in a workplace setting. Develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed for a career in the sector with one of our full-time courses, T-Levels or earn while you learn with an apprenticeship.
Our new T-Level qualification will equip you to progress in careers such as primary education or youth work. You will work with pupils in the agre range of primary to secondary school.
Our exciting courses range from entry level to degree level so you can join a course that is right for you.
Read more about the subject, possible careers and student testimonials on the Early Years & Education subject page
The engineering sector has a range of specialised areas, two of which are mechanical engineering and electrical engineering. The demand for qualified engineers is very high so career prospects are good.
Read more about the subject, possible careers and student testimonials on the Engineering subject page
Can you cut it as a hairdresser and keep up with this fast-paced, fashion-led industry?
British hairdressing has an excellent reputation and is regarded as the best in the world! You will need to be sociable, have a strong creative streak and an interest in fashion to work in this popular sector.
Read more about the subject, possible careers and student testimonials on the Hairdressing subject page
There are around 4 million people employed in the Health and Social Care sector in the UK. If you are caring and approachable, have good verbal and communication skills, have a passion for helping others and remain calm under pressure then you will have a healthy future in this sector.
Read more about the subject, possible careers and student testimonials on the Health & Social Care subject page
You need to be seen to manage to work under pressure, have a creative flair, obtain communication and leadership skills and the ability to multi -task and be highly motivated to work in the hospitality and catering industry.
Read more about the subject, possible careers and student testimonials on the Hospitality & Catering subject page
The demand for housing continues to grow in our region with 150,000 more houses to be added to our existing population in the next 20 years.
A career in housing provides varied work and career options such as housing management, residential involvement, development and supported housing.
Designed to meet the requirements of the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH), our Housing courses will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed for a career in this sector.
With apprenticeship or funded options, professional body membership and recognised qualifications, our housing courses offer the perfect start to your studies or the springboard for you to make the next step in your career.
Read more about the subject, possible careers and student testimonials on the Housing subject page
Designed to give you a head start, our range of CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel Development) courses will boost your career in the dynamic Human Resources sector.
Working environments, working practices and employment legislation are always changing. Now, more than ever, businesses need skilled HR professionals to support their operations. Our professional HR qualifications aim to develop current and future HR professionals to meet the needs of business across all sectors.
Offering internationally recognised qualifications, professional body membership and apprenticeship or funded options, NCD is the place to study for your next career step.
Read more about the subject, possible careers and student testimonials on the Human Resources subject page
Open the door to a new job and study opportunities with our maths and English courses.
Learn in a positive environment, using a range of techniques to suit your learning style.
Read more about the subject, possible careers and student testimonials on the Maths and English for Adults subject page
Skills Bootcamps offer bespoke training solutions to bridge existing skills gaps within high demand sectors by providing local people with the technical training needed to secure employment within high demand/growth sectors.
Read more: Free Training Bootcamps
Do you work in the Health and Care sector? Would you like to enhance your skills and knowledge?
Read more: Free Health & Care courses for adults
Interested in studying to degree level to retrain, upskill or gain a professional qualification?
Read more: Degree level and Professional Qualifications
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