Agreement to groom skills
An agreement signed on the 22 March 2010 between the British Grooms Association (BGA) and Lantra Sector Skills Council, cements their commitment to work together to develop a professional, multi-skilled workforce.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) acknowledges the partnership between the two organisations and details an action plan to engage and motivate industry, helping them to adapt to the challenges they may face today and in the future.
Lantra’s Industry Partnership Manager, Amy Cosgrove, said: “Lantra is pleased to have signed this agreement with the BGA as it demonstrates our dedication to support grooms so they are seen as professional and highly skilled. Through our joint working, we can encourage individuals to ensure they have the right skills to face the demands placed on them, including equine health and welfare, responding to customers changing needs and embracing legislative requirements.”
The agreement also highlights the commitment to shape qualifications and develop National Occupational Standards so they are completely up-to-date and relevant to employer needs, helping to improve businesses performance and productivity. It also recognises the commitment to continue to review, promote and encourage sign up to Lantra’s industry specific research which will provide the equine industry with a strong evidence base on its skills needs.
BGA Executive Director, Lucy Katan, added: “It’s really important for us to collaborate with Lantra in supporting the training and skills development of grooms. This MoU builds on our existing work with Lantra and provides a sound basis for further activity.”
Amy continued: “The MoU is a ‘milestone’, rather than an end point. The action plan will be reviewed continuously as industry ‘drivers’ such as legislation, priorities and initiatives develop over the coming years.”
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