Apprenticeship in Equine Level 2

A Level

In Ashington

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    A Level

  • Location

    Ashington

  • Start date

    Different dates available

You do not need any formal qualifications although a strong interest in horses is essential. Previous riding experience is beneficial. To embark on an apprenticeship you need to be employed in industry. You will benefit from excellent facilities that are of industry standard so you'll be prepared for your future career.At Northumberland College you will be treated as an individual and given opportunities to study subjects you may not have tried before, as well as opportunities to grow and develop so that you are prepared for your next steps, whether this is university or starting out in the first stage of your career.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Ashington (Northumberland)
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College Road,, NE63 9RG

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

You do not need any formal qualifications although a strong interest in horses is essential. Previous riding experience is beneficial. To embark on an apprenticeship you need to be employed in industry.

Apprenticeship in Equine Level 2

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Subjects

  • Industry
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Course programme

What will I study on the course?

An Apprenticeship is a framework of qualifications which includes the following:

- Employer Rights and responsibilities workbook

- Functional skills in Maths and English (or GCSE Equivalent)

- Business Management Unit

- Work- based Diploma in Horse Care and Management at Level 2

- Personal Learning and Thinking skills Level 2

The Work Based Diploma offers a variety of options depending on your industry specialism, these include:

- L2 work Based Diploma in Horse Care with Management

- L2 Work Based Diploma in Horse Care with Riding

- L2 Work Based Diploma in Horse Care with Breeding

The Qualification consist of 7 Mandatory units which include:

- Clean and maintain stables

- Provide feed and water to 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

There are a wide range of optional units which can be chosen to enhance your employability, develop a range of skills or give you a qualification in your chosen sphere. These include modules such as:

- Fit and remove horse clothing

- Plait and trim horses manes and tails

- Clean and groom horses for appearance

- Fit, remove and maintain tack for exercise

- Ride and jump a schooled horse

- Lunge a horse under supervision

Additional information

The Apprenticeship is work based. Much of your learning will take place in industry. You will be required to attend college 2-4 days per month by arrangement with each individual employer and student.

Apprenticeship in Equine Level 2

Price on request