Equine grooming.png
Equine grooming.png

Level 2 End-Point Assessment for Equine Groom

£0.00

Standard Number: ST0166

Add To Cart

The equine groom is committed to the safety and welfare of the horses in their care. They will use their theoretical knowledge, understanding, practical experience, and empathy to maintain the horse's physical and psychological well-being within a safe working environment. They are an integral part of the horse's life, providing essential day-to-day care.   

Occupational routes for this apprenticeship include: 

  • Breeding

  • Driving

  • Racing

  • Riding

  • Non-riding

To support the preparation for end-point assessment, we provide:

  • Handbooks for training providers, employers and apprentices which cover assessment methods, preparation and requirements checklists, advice and what to expect on assessment day

  • Sample assessments

  • An optional EPA planning meeting

Find out more about this end-point assessment by viewing the ST0166 specification.

View our fees here.

Read more about the apprentice journey and why VetSkill is the right end-point assessment organisation for you, see our Level 2 Equine Groom fact sheet.

Assessment methods:

  • The knowledge test is completed in exam conditions and has 50 multiple-choice questions. The knowledge test is taken online and remotely invigilated.

    Find out more about remote invigilation in our FAQs section. The knowledge test must be passed before completing the other assessments.

    Duration: 75 minutes

    Location: A suitable location as per VetSkill’s remote invigilation policy

    Graded: Fail, Pass, Distinction

  • The apprentice will be observed carrying out tasks relating to their day to day role which allow them to demonstrate their knowledge, skills and behaviours.

    Duration: 5 hours

    Location: Usually held in the workplace

    Graded: Pass, Distinction

  • This will be a structured interview between the apprentice and the independent assessor, allowing the apprentice to demonstrate core and specific knowledge, skills and behaviours.

    It will take place after the knowledge test and practical observation.

    Duration: 60-75 minutes

    Location: Usually held in the workplace

    Graded: Pass, Distinction

Interested in our end-point assessment service?

Fill in our contact form or email us and someone from our End-Point Assessment Team will get in touch.