Course information
Level 2 Technical Certificate in Equine is a qualification for those aged 16-18 who are looking to start a career in the equine industry.
The equine industry is diverse and includes a wide range of businesses and opportunities, for example, riding schools, livery yards, competition yards, breeders, welfare charities and freelance services. Roles within the industry may include riding, but there are also a variety of non-riding roles, for example, retail, manufacturing or event management.
Working with horses can be extremely rewarding, but it does require hard work and, at times, long hours. In order to be successful, being dedicated and enthusiastic is essential.
This qualification will allow you to gain hands-on experience and practical knowledge to work with horses, or progress to further learning and training in this area.
Course structure
- Three to four days on site, three days for Equine based lessons and one day for English and/or Maths as required.
- One day per week for a work placement with a local employer.
- One day per week for home study and revision.
Assessment methods
- Two multiple choice exams that are externally set and marked.
- A Synoptic assessment, which will involve theory and practical based tasks completed under assessment conditions at college.
- One Health & Safety multiple choice exam.
- A number of written assignments completed under assessment conditions at college.
- The completion of 150 work experience hours with a local employer.
Riding pathway
If you are considering the riding pathway on this qualification, you will need to have prior equine experience and be able to demonstrate the ability to ride at the level specified in BHS Stage 1, which you can read here: https://www.bhs.org.uk/bhs-professional-qualifications-and-careers/bhs-qualifications-and-stages/stage-1/
Please note you do not have to have achieved BHS Stage 1, but you should be able to ride at this standard to be considered for our riding pathway.
Progression opportunities
- Level 3 Equine Management
- Equine apprenticeship
Part time or full time employment in entry level roles
