Job Type: Business Management / Coaching / Equine Studies / Science / Sports & Performance
“At DCG, you will build the valuable skills, experience and qualities you need to be successful in work and life.”
DCG
Derby College Group is a general FE college offering a wide range of technical, vocational and short courses. Our land based provision is based at one of our four sites, Broomfield Hall. Broomfield Hall is located a 10-minute bus ride from Derby city centre, with frequent bus services to the surroundings areas, and accessible to the Derby train station. Land based offer courses in seven different areas, with equine being one. We have a bespoke equestrian centre and offer courses ranging from KS4 through to Higher Education and Apprenticeships ensuring we support students in their next steps. We have onsite support teams, a learning resource centre and fantastic rural grounds.
As one of the country's leading and largest groups – supporting around 26,000 learners each year – our focus is on shaping happy, well educated, work-ready and socially mobile young people. We are committed to ensuring you reach a positive destination at the end of your learning journey.
Whether your ambition is to go straight into the world of work, to gain on-the-job training as an apprentice, to head to university or to set up your own business venture, our job is to secure the right pathway for you.
We provide a learning experience that is always engaging, challenging and interactive. We have a top team who deliver excellent teaching and nationally recognised support to help you reach your goals. From the outset of your studies, you will have clear academic and personal targets, backed by effective feedback to keep your progress on track.
The advantages of studying at the Ofsted rated ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding Features’ College go well beyond qualifications alone. We're all about building the skills, attitudes and behaviours that employers and the nation need most.
Designed in collaboration with industry, business and the professions, our vocational pathways concentrate on developing your employability skills. You'll benefit from work experience, expert mentoring and vital insights into latest industry practice to make sure you can add value from your very first day in a job.
If you aspire to higher education, we'll foster your independent learning, critical thinking and research skills to accelerate your progress at university. If you're considering launching your own business, you'll develop entrepreneurship skills to translate your ideas into action.
DCG Equine Courses
We offer a variety of courses at the College that provide students the opportunity to develop a wide range of equestrian skills, alongside an awareness of current industry issues and scientific concepts:
Programmes can be studied FULL TIME or PART TIME and offer both riding and non-riding options.
School Leaver Courses:
Level 3 Diploma in Practical Horse Care Skills
Level 3 Technical Extended Diploma in Equine Management
Apprenticeships:
Level 2 Equine Groom Apprenticeship
Level 3 Senior Equine Groom Apprenticeship Standard
Higher Education:
Foundation Degree Equine Science, Management, & Training (FdSc) Full Time
Foundation Degree Equine Science, Management, & Training (FdSc) Part Time
BSc (Hons) Equine Science, Management & Training (Top up) Full Time
BSc (Hons) Equine Science, Management & Training (Top up) Part Time
Our Higher Education programmes are validated by the University of Derby, however, these courses are delivered and assessed entirely at our Equestrian Centre, Broomfield Hall.
So why should you come and study an Equine course at DCG?
Students can tailor their HE degree to best suit their career ambitions:
Highly experienced, passionate and supportive staff:
To find out more on how you could be the next chapter in our success story. Order a prospectus or book an open day today.