This course covers a range of topics which are supported by visits and guest speakers from the industry. Over the two years you study a range of practical and classroom-based units as well as non-riding pathways. Units may include: • Principles of health and safety • Working in the equine industry • Competition grooming • Horse biology and health • Business management • Equine feeding and nutrition • Stable and yard management • Riding on the flat and over fences • Horse behaviour, welfare and stud practices • Horse fitness and training • Horse rehabilitation and therapy • Horse tack and equipment • Prepare horses for presentation • Working horses from the ground • Equestrian coaching • Event management In your first year you will also complete 150 hours work experience within an equine-based setting, and another 150 hours in your second year.
You need five GCSEs in the 9 to 4 range including maths, English and science, or an appropriate Level 2 qualification at Distinction grade. Entry will also be subject to a successful interview and riding assessment. You need to be competent riding on the flat and over small fences.
You will be assessed through a variety of methods including externally set and marked tests, assignments, portfolio development, practical/riding assessments and presentations.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Bath Road, Bridgwater, TA6 4PZ |
This course covers a range of topics which are supported by visits and guest speakers from the industry. Over the two years you study a range of practical and classroom-based units as well as non-riding pathways. Units may include: • Principles of health and safety • Working in the equine industry • Competition grooming • Horse biology and health • Business management • Equine feeding and nutrition • Stable and yard management • Riding on the flat and over fences • Horse behaviour, welfare and stud practices • Horse fitness and training • Horse rehabilitation and therapy • Horse tack and equipment • Prepare horses for presentation • Working horses from the ground • Equestrian coaching • Event management In your first year you will also complete 150 hours work experience within an equine-based setting, and another 150 hours in your second year.
You need five GCSEs in the 9 to 4 range including maths, English and science, or an appropriate Level 2 qualification at Distinction grade. Entry will also be subject to a successful interview and riding assessment. You need to be competent riding on the flat and over small fences.
You will be assessed through a variety of methods including externally set and marked tests, assignments, portfolio development, practical/riding assessments and presentations.