VetSkill to deliver dog grooming and equine apprenticeship assessments for Derby College Group
We are pleased to announce VetSkill is partnering with Derby College Group (DCG) to deliver apprenticeship assessment for three key land-based apprenticeship standards:
This agreement and new-found partnership further strengthen VetSkill’s commitment to supporting high-quality, industry-driven assessment across the animal care and land-based sectors.
Through this collaboration, DCG will benefit from VetSkill’s rigorous, supportive, and flexible apprenticeship assessment services. Our approach ensures that apprentices are assessed against real‑world expectations and equipped with the knowledge and practical competence required for successful careers in dog grooming and equine care.
DCG offers high‑quality academic, vocational and technical education that enables individuals to pursue their goals and ensures employers throughout the Midlands and beyond benefit from a well‑prepared, future‑focused workforce. An established and respected provider of Animal Care, Dog Grooming and Equine training, this new partnership reinforces VetSkill’s commitment to expanding its assessment provision across land-based disciplines.
Carla Tewley, Land-Based Apprenticeship Manager at Derby College Group, comments:
“We are delighted to be working with VetSkill as our end-point assessment organisation for the Dog Groomer, Equine Groom and Senior Equine Groom apprenticeship standards. These are important programmes for the land-based sector, and having a trusted partner like VetSkill helps ensure our apprentices are assessed in a way that truly reflects the skills, knowledge and professionalism required within these industries.
At Derby College Group, we are passionate about supporting apprentices to develop the practical expertise and confidence they need to succeed in their chosen careers. This agreement with VetSkill strengthens the pathway for our learners, ensuring that their achievements are recognised through a robust and respected assessment process.
Throughout the journey to reaching this agreement, VetSkill has been supportive, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. Their understanding of the sector and commitment to maintaining high standards make them an excellent partner for Derby College Group.
We look forward to continuing to work closely together and to seeing our apprentices benefit from this collaboration as they progress into successful careers within the animal care and equine industries.”
Kayleigh Robinson, Apprenticeship Assessment Lead at VetSkill, adds:
“We are thrilled to be working with Carla and the wider team at Derby College Group. From our very first meeting, it was clear that DCG places apprentices at the heart of everything they do - a commitment that strongly aligns with VetSkill’s own values and focus. We look forward to a positive and impactful partnership.”
VetSkill looks forward to continuing to build its partnership with DCG, supporting new apprentices as they progress through their training and enter inspiring careers.
VetSkill is an Ofqual, Skills England and DfE approved end-point assessment organisation (EPAO), delivering high quality, robust assessment services that meet the evolving needs of employers across a range of industries. We put the apprentice at the heart of our service. Learn more about VetSkill’s EPAs here.
Interested in working with VetSkill as your end-point assessment organisation, or just fancy a chat with our Apprenticeship Assessment Lead? Please get in touch with Kayleigh at epao@vetskill.com or fill in our End-Point Assessment Interest Form.
Keen to get the ball rolling now? Setting up your agreement with VetSkill is a straightforward process. Simply fill in our End-Point Assessment Registration Form and we will be in touch.