Equine Management at Sparsholt College

Sectors

Equine Care and Management

Sub sector

1080 Guided Learning Hours

Audience

New entrant / guardian

Availability

England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales

Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Equine Management (1080)

This qualification is for learners who are interested in developing the specific technical and professional skills and knowledge that will lead to meaningful employment in the equine industry. Learners will explore a wide range of industry areas including stable yard operations, stud, young horse management and business.

Compulsory topics include:

  • Stable yard management skills
  • Equine health checks, health status and health plans
  • Fitting and evaluating of horse tack and equipment

Learners will also be able to choose additional optional topics, including:

  • Feeding and nutrition
  • Behaviour and welfare
  • Fittening and exercising
  • Competition grooming
  • Stud operations
  • Young horse management
  • Riding and coaching
  • Rehabilitation and therapy
  • Retail management

It could lead to the following employment opportunities:

  • Stable yard worker
  • Exercising assistant
  • Competition groom
  • Event supervisor
  • Retail saddlery assistant
  • Apprentice saddle fitter
  • Country store retail assistant
  • Yard office Manager
  • Stud Supervisor
  • Freelance groom/rider

For more information, read the Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Equine Management (1080) Qualification Handbook

Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Equine Management (1080) website

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