Standards

Standards we assess

Independent apprenticeship assessment across a wide range of standards, delivered with clarity and a genuinely human approach.

Large lynx cat walks in the cold and magnificent winter forest

Photographer

Snow leopards are elusive, observant, and masters of stillness, just like photographers who work with precision and an eye for moments others might miss.

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hedgehog

Fundraiser

Hedgehogs build trust carefully and persistently, much like fundraisers who form strong relationships and engage people with warmth and authenticity.

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deer

Event Assistant

Deer are graceful, alert, and responsive to changing environments, just like event assistants who adapt quickly and keep everything moving behind the scenes with quiet

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leopard

Digital Product Manager

Leopards are strategic, adaptable, and excellent at overseeing their environment, just like digital product managers who guide development and ensure products meet evolving needs.

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falcon

Network Engineer

Falcons are fast, precise, and experts at connectivity, just like network engineers who design and maintain high-speed, efficient networks.

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chameleon

Content Creator

Chameleons are adaptable, creative, and able to stand out, just like content creators who craft unique and engaging content for different audiences.

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octopus

Service Designer

Octopuses are highly intelligent, adaptable, and excellent at problem-solving, just like service designers who create user-friendly and effective service solutions.

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Beaver

Data Engineer

Beavers are natural builders, constructing solid and efficient systems, just like data engineers who develop and maintain data infrastructures.

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Dolphin at sea

Data Analyst

Dolphins are intelligent, quick to recognise patterns, and communicate insights, just like data analysts who interpret complex data to find valuable trends.

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Meerkat

Business Analyst

Meerkats are highly observant, work collaboratively, and quickly assess their environment, just like business analysts who analyse business needs and solutions.

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Customer testimonials

Real feedback from apprentices, employers and training providers.

Liam (Apprentice)
Oct 2025
I would also like to pass on positive feedback for Michelle, Apprentice Assessor and IQA. I was apprehensive about the end-point assessment, although I was fully prepared. She was very approachable, helpful and supportive which made me feel at ease
Peter (LearnTech)
Dec 2025
Jessica sat her EPA this week and asked if there was any way she can leave feedback for her assessor: The feedback for Naseeba: "The assessor made me feel so calm and relaxed throughout the full exam and I'm super grateful for it!
Andrew (TMA)
Oct 2025
I just wanted to share how good Catherine in your EPA Admin team is. She's very responsive, always helpful and does exactly what she says she will do. As a customer its refreshing to know that you never have to chase, but more importantly makes you feel valued.
Kieran (IT v1.1 apprentice)
April 2026
The end point assessment process was clear and straightforward, and communication with the Progress Minded team was excellent. I felt well supported every step of the way.
Mark (Bolton College)
April 2026
We honestly cannot speak highly enough of Progress Minded and the support they provide throughout the entire apprenticeship Gateway and EPA process.
Amanda (CDP apprentice)
April 2026
Hello, Thankyou for confirming its made it's way safely to you! Could I just thank your team for your support and being so responsive to my endless emails over the last couple of weeks!
Mark (Bolton College)
June 2026
Once again as always thanks for all your support as I said this was a new one so a lot of help was provided to get us to where we need to go especially for the project. Big shout to Owen.

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