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Work-Based Horse Care and Riding Level 2 Diploma

Programme Type: Full-time Course

Availability: Isle of Wight only

Is it for me?

This highly practical qualification is for candidates entering the equine industry with good basic skills and knowledge of Horse Care, or following on from achieving a Level 1 qualification.

Essential Information

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Location(s)

HTP's Riverbank Campus & Island Riding Centre, Staplers Road, Newport

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Start Date

September

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Entry Requirements

No formal entry requirements but previous equine experience will be required

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Course Length

September - July

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Qualifications Achievable

Level 2 Diploma in Work-Based Horse Care (Horse Care and Riding)
Maths – GCSE or Functional Skills
English – GSCE or Functional Skills

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Awarding Body

City & Guilds

Overview

This is a work-related, competence-based qualification, and is designed for people who want to progress into the equine industry and can work with limited supervision. It reflects the skills and knowledge needed to do assist with routine jobs effectively and to work in a Horse-related business, such as a Riding Stables, Equestrian Centre, Trekking centre or a similar job.

What would I do on this course?

You will learn about, and undertake, a wide variety of activities in a series of ‘modules’, including:

Clean and maintain stables
Provide feed and water horses
Carry out routine care and monitor the health and well-being of horses
Restrain horses using specified methods
Monitoring and maintaining health and safety
Maintain and develop personal performance
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Fit and remove horse clothing
Clean and groom horses for appearance
Assess grazing land for the introduction of horses
Fit, remove and maintain tack for exercise
Ride a horse in the open
Ride a schooled horse
Jump a schooled horse

Where would I be based?

Your course is based mainly at Island Riding Centre, a top-class equestrian facility just outside Newport. There you’ll spend part of your time in the classroom and the remainder learning and working in the stables, yard and riding arena. You will also spend some time in the classroom at our Riverbank Campus in Newport.

How do I get started?

Easy – just get in touch to register your interest using our Contact Form, email us, or call our Riverbank Campus. This is a hugely popular course and places are limited, so don’t wait – contact us today!

What support will I get?

At HTP Apprenticeship College we will do everything we can to help you and to improve your prospects. In addition to providing support for your programme and qualifications, we want you to feel that you are in a caring, positive, safe and stimulating environment that promotes your social, physical and moral development.

What advice and guidance can I expect to receive?

From the time you contact us, during training, and after you complete your programme, our experienced staff are on hand to provide you with the help and advice you need to achieve your career aspirations. More information about the Careers Programme we offer can be found on our Support Page or contact one of our Recruitment and Careers Advisors using our Contact Form or by calling 01983 533926.