EQUINE GROOM & SENIOR EQUINE GROOM APPRENTICESHIP STANDARD UPDATE /
IfATE have requested that Ofqual communicate the following information related to ST0166 Equine Groom and ST0167 Senior Equine Groom.
An issue was recently highlighted by the Farriers Registration Council regarding the removal of horseshoes within the assessment of these apprenticeships.
Please ensure that horseshoe removal is NOT taking place during the development of / or assessment of either of these apprenticeships.
These need to be simulated activities and should only be carried out under the scenarios laid down in the legislation - The Farriers (Registration) Act 1975, as amended. This approach has been agreed with the trailblazer group.
If you are an employer or training provider who will be affected by the above information, please ensure this is taken into consideration.
If you would like to learn more about our higher standards in EPAO (End Point Assessment Organisation), please contact us:-
Email: epao@ipetnetwork.co.uk
Tel: 0800 433 4700
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