Derby College is one of the largest colleges in England, graded by Ofsted as overall "Good" with "Outstanding" features, which includes the College's engagement with employers.

The College's reputation for outstanding employer engagement is well-founded and is as a result of the College involving employers in co-designing and jointly delivering programmes, ensuring they are fit-for-business purpose. The College offers a wide range of apprenticeships, which are well planned and aimed at meeting the needs of employers, SMEs to PLCs, thereby contributing to the success of businesses.