Level 2 Diploma in Horse Care
The experience, skills, knowledge and understanding of horses that you will gain from this course will be useful, whether you decide to enter the equine industry directly or go into some of the related businesses such as sales, advisory, technical or consultancy work. The course combines academic lectures and demonstrations with practical instruction, industrial visits and work experience. It is suitable for learners with little or no previous experience.
We aim to provide the best possible vocational experience for our equine learners. All full- time learners participate in yard duties throughout the year alongside their main programme of study. A rota is put in place and it will include some weekends. We do provide collection and drop-off facilities at weekends at Hereford bus/ train station but learners will be responsible for arranging their own transport provision to and from Hereford at weekends.
The Level 2 Diploma is equivalent to four GCSEs grades A* - C.
To successfully complete the Level 2 Diploma, learners must complete a combination of core and optional units.
Course Contents
Core units include:
- Undertake work related experience in the equine industry and related organisations
- Carry out and understand the principles of feeding and watering
- Undertake routine stable duties
- Undertake horse handling
Three of the following optional units will be taught:
- Introduction to lungeing horses
- Undertake horse grooming, trimming and plaiting
- Introduction to riding horses on the flat
- Introduction to riding horses over fences
Additional qualifications and experience
The programme of study will include a First Aid certificate. Work experience is gained on the yard both in the week and at weekends.
Functional Skills
All full-time learners will be required to study Functional Skills at the appropriate level. These will be in maths, English and in some cases ICT. Attendance to these sessions is mandatory, please refer to the Functional Skills section of this website for more details.
Assessment
Assessment is continuous through assignments and includes at least one day per week work experience. A range of assessment methods are used including written tasks, group and individual presentations, reports, video analysis and practical skill observations
Key Facts
Campus: Holme Lacy
Minimum Age: 16
Duration: 1 Year Full-Time
Award: Level 2 Diploma in Horse Care
Level: 2
Entry Requirements:
Two GCSE passes at grade D or above / Successful completion of a level 1 course at merit or distinction level.
Typical Employment:
Stable hand, groom, etc
Further Study:
Level 3 Extended Diploma or alternatively enter employment and continue training through the Apprenticeship Scheme
Contact: 0800 032 1986
enquiries@hct.ac.uk
