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.
You will cover a mixture of theory and practical activities and will work to collect evidence throughout the year of the skills that you are gaining. This work will then be used to build a portfolio of evidence for the …
There are many diverse businesses and opportunities within this sector, for example riding schools, livery yards, competition yards, trekking centres, breeders, trainers, welfare charities and freelance services. You may choose a job where riding is involved, or you may choose …
This qualification gives you the opportunity to learn about and build on the essentials of working with horses, such as stable yard operations, horse health care, feeding and nutrition and fitting and evaluating tack and equipment. You will develop further …
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 …
This course has been designed by employers to deliver up-to-date practical and technical skills. You’ll explore a range of relevant skills and subject areas, including equine health and welfare, equine nutrition, stable duties, horse riding, biology, horse tack and more. …
This one year programme will provide you with a solid foundation for progression into Level 2 programmes and/ or an apprenticeship, as well as potential employment within the Animal and Equine industries. This course develops your core understanding of the …
This is a 2 year Program of Study and you will achieve a Level 3 Technical Extended Diploma. The first year covers a range of practical skills and knowledge that builds your core skills to work around horses, including how …
In the UK, the equine industry is big business, with a turnover in the region of 1 billion pounds every year. As a horse care apprentice, you could find yourself working in a wide variety of sectors relating to horses, …
Our brand new Access to Landbased qualification is a stepping stone to progress onto degree-level study in a wide variety of subjects, including veterinary nursing, bioveterinary science, animal care, equine studies and agriculture.
This course is for you if you are interested in developing the specific technical and professional skills and knowledge that will lead to meaningful employment in the equine industry.
Equine Care & Management