The level 1 Horse Care Course is designed to provide students with the skills and a vocational qualification so they can work within the equine industry
Course details
| Qualification name | Diploma in Work Based Horse Care |
|---|---|
| Qualification level | 1 |
| Awarding organisation | 1st4sport Qualifications |
| Learning method | Classroom based |
| Course type | Higher Education |
| Course hours | Full-time |
| Course start date | Flexible |
| Cost | £600.00 |
| Cost description | A cost of £600 for any learner over age 19 is required. 16-18 year old course is Free of charge as paid by the government |
| Attendance pattern | Daytime |
Discover the learning experience and opportunities you can expect from this course.
Find out what qualifications and skills you will need for this course.
For those age 16+. No previous horse care experience required. Candidates must have a keen interest in horse care. Riding and non-riding options maximum weight limit of 13 stone for riders.
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Course Units • Putting on and taking off horse rugs under direction, Leading and controlling a horse for inspection under direction, Maintaining good working relations with others, Maintaining health and safety in the workplace, Feeding and watering horses under direction, Cleaning the stables and yard under direction, Grooming horses under direction, Understanding horse behaviour and methods of identification
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Classroom Based for 1 academic year starting September each year
Find out what material you will need.
Riding equipment including jodphurs (black or navy), boots, riding hat. Body protectors are provided by the college.
The opportunity to progress to level 2 Diploma in workbased Horse Care
| Name | National Horseracing College |
|---|---|
| Address |
The Stables, Rossington Hall
Great North Road Doncaster DN11 0HN Find on Google maps |
| info@northernracingcollege.co.uk | |
| Phone | 01302 861 000 |
| Website | https://www.thenhc.co.uk |
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