NLBC Sector: Equine Care & Management

Sub-sectors: Equine veterinary, stud, horseracing, equitation, equestrian, farriery, equine dental, osteopathy and physiotherapy

Occupations: Farrier, groom, stable hand, head lad, head groom, competition groom, stud hand, stallion handler, foaling specialist, jockey, riding instructor, work rider, equine veterinarian, equine vet nurse, equine dental technician.

Equine Studies at CAFRE
Courses

The Equine Industry is truly international with a wide range of job opportunities leading to outstanding careers available to our graduates. We currently provide the widest range of courses in Equine Studies in Ireland; courses which have been developed through

Equine Management Level 3 at Abingdon and Witney College
Courses

The Level 3 courses in Horse Management provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue careers in competition yards, riding schools, the horse racing industry and the breeding industry or within a wide range of ancillary industries. Students

Horse Care Level 2 at Abingdon and Witney College
Courses

This is a one year full time course, supported by periods of developing practical skills on the college’s equine yard. All aspects of horse care are covered throughout the year with a mixture of practical and classroom sessions. The course

Equine Care Level 2
Courses

This programme will give you the fundamental knowledge and practical skills needed to work in the exciting equine industry. The programme is designed for anyone wanting to pursue a career with horses and any of the allied industries. It incorporates

Equine Management Level 3
Courses

Working with horses and in the equine industry can be a rewarding and fulfilling career. By studying equine management, you will take an important step in gaining knowledge about horses and the equine industry. You will learn about their husbandry,

FdSc Equine Management
Courses

If you’re thinking about studying Equine Management at a higher level, then Merrist Wood, regarded as one of the top equestrian centres in the south east, is the place to be. This programme brings together horsemastership, business and management elements.

Horse Management Level 3
Courses

This course is in high demand. We would encourage you to submit an application, but please be aware that at this stage of the academic year, places are now being offered subject to availability, and we may need to support

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