Equestrian Apprenticeship
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Equestrian Apprenticeship
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Qualifications
- Apprenticeship in Equestrian
- Level 2 Diploma in work-based Horse Care: either Horse Care, Horse Care with riding or Breeding (depending on job role)
- Technical Certificate (1 of the below)
- BHEST Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Horse Care
- EQL Level 2 Award in the Principles of Horse Care
- Functional Skills Level 1 Application of Number
- Functional Skills Level 1 Communication
- Employment Rights and Responsibilities
Units covered Mandatory units include:
- Clean and maintain stables
- Provide feed and water horses
- Carry out routines and monitor the health and well-being of horses
- Restrain horses using specified methods
- Monitoring and maintaining the he…
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Qualifications
- Apprenticeship in Equestrian
- Level 2 Diploma in work-based Horse Care: either Horse Care, Horse Care with riding or Breeding (depending on job role)
- Technical Certificate (1 of the below)
- BHEST Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Horse Care
- EQL Level 2 Award in the Principles of Horse Care
- Functional Skills Level 1 Application of Number
- Functional Skills Level 1 Communication
- Employment Rights and Responsibilities
Units covered Mandatory units include:
- Clean and maintain stables
- Provide feed and water horses
- Carry out routines and monitor the health and well-being of horses
- Restrain horses using specified methods
- Monitoring and maintaining the health and safety
- Maintain and develop personal performance
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
A variety of optional units are available depending on your job role and Level 2 Diploma.
Entry requirements Employed in a related job role for at least 30 hours/week Who is it for? Suitable for these types of job role:
- Riding schools (including riding for disabled)
- Livery yards
- Dealers
- Private business employing staff (Grooming for performance horses)
- Trekking
- Breeders
- Competition yards
CostAged 16-18
Fully funded
16–19 year olds are fully funded at charitable organisations on a voluntary basis working at least 30 hours/week.
Aged 19-23
Fully funded for employers with less than 1000 employees. For employers with 1000+ employees, please contact us for further details.
Aged 24 and over
Total People require employers to make a contribution towards the cost for all learners aged 24 years and over, embarking on an Apprenticeship or Advanced Apprenticeship programme.
Duration 18 -24 months Start date Available throughout the year Assessment method
- Direct observations
- Projects/photographic evidence
- Videos
- Dictaphones
- Case studies
Training delivery will be carried out at your place of work
Personal qualities This is a very rewarding career where no two days are the same. In return for all your hard work and commitment, the animals will repay you with loyalty, trust and affection.
- Passion for horses
- Ambition to learn
- Recognition of knowledge and skills
Further progression The Equestrian Apprenticeship can lead to a variety of career and promotional opportunities including:
- Horse Care & Management (dependant on job role)
- Animal Care
- Customer Service
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