Horse Care
About
This is a great course if you would like to work in the equine industry and further your education journey. It will enable you to start a career in the equine industry, move onto an apprenticeship or further your studies by taking other qualifications at level 3.
With both a ‘ride’ option and a ‘non-ride’ alternative, the course caters for all elements of stable management skills. Weekend duties and one day per week working on the stable yards is an integral part of this course.
Start
This course starts in September
Duration
1 year
Level
Level 2 Technical Certificate (City & Guilds)
Location
Pencoed Campus
Overview & Modules
Areas of learning may include:
- Equine health and welfare
- Working in the equine industry
- Horse tack and equipment
- Routine stable duties
- Feeding and watering horses
- Horse handling and grooming
- Introduction to lunging
- Work experience
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in a variety of ways which will include assignments, controlled assessments and exams.
Entry requirements
- 3 GCSEs at Grade D or above including English
- For the ride option – you will need to demonstrate at interview that you can ride a horse in a balanced and controlled way in walk, trot and canter
Continue your studies
Progress to employment, an apprenticeship or Level 3 qualifications.
Latest regional data including Bridgend, Cardiff and Swansea.
Currently Employed
875
Job opportunities
901
Average Wage
£19734
Hourly
£10.12
