BTEC Level 2 Diploma Horse Care (FT)

BTEC Level 2 Diploma Horse Care

Course Length: One year

Venue:
Croxteth Park

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Brief Description of the Course:

(NB. All programmes are based on credit accumulation. Each unit of study is worth either 5 or 10 credits towards the total amount needed to achieve the qualification)

The Level 2 Diploma Horse Care provides practical knowledge and experience combined with academic studies. Stable management and riding skills will be developed within the College Equine Department and students will gain a comprehensive knowledge of horse care. It is extremely popular with school leavers who wish to combine a practical based training programme with sound theoretical knowledge. This course is ideally suited to students who wish to spend a year developing their knowledge and experience working with horses. This course is highly practical and learners applying for this course will be expected to be hardworking, keen to learn about horse care and willing to take a ‘hands on’ approach when working on the stable yard.

Students completing this one year course will be well prepared for employment in the equine industry.

The course is designed to give you a broad understanding of horse care, with a view to progressing to one of our Level 3 Diploma courses, or to start work in the industry.

Entry Criteria:

This course covers practical skills and relevant background knowledge. Students are normally aged 16 or over and the following qualifications are needed:

¨ a minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade D or above to include English Language

¨ or equivalent qualifications

¨ EQL Level 1 Diploma in Work Based Horse Care

List of Units:

Carry Out and Understand the Principles of Feeding and Watering Horses

Fit and Maintain Horse Tack and Clothing

Introduction to Lungeing Horses

Introduction to Riding Horses on the Flat

Understand the Principles of Horse Biology

Undertake Horse Grooming, Trimming and Plaiting

Undertake Horse Handling

Undertake Routine Stable Duties

Undertake Work Related Experience in the Land-based Industries

Assessments:

Assessments will include assignments and practical work. There are no formal examinations on the Level 2 Diploma.

Industrial / Work Experience:

Work experience is an essential part of the course where learners on this course will be working in the College’s own yard one day per week.

Possible Careers / Jobs:

Employment opportunities in equine and its related industries are currently very good. Former students have become grooms, stable yard assistants, stud grooms and apprentices.

Progression:

Level 2 students can progress to level 3 programmes subject to published entry requirements and satisfactory performance at level 2.

Special Requirements:

1 Equipment and/or Clothing:

Plain navy blue or black jodhpurs, College sweatshirt/ polo shirt in navy/ black, or similar plain sweatshirt/ polo shirt. Navy or black jacket (warm and waterproof advised). Boots for yard work – wellingtons or strong boots, riding hat to current standard PAS015 or BSEN1384 plus gloves and hairnet. Riding boots or leather gaiters (suede chaps are not allowed as they rub the horses sides). Jumping whip and schooling whip, plus back protector is compulsory for jumping lessons. (Hooded jumpers, bright or garish clothing is not acceptable on the yards).

2 Enrichment Activities:

Students will be given the opportunity to participate in enrichment activities throughout the duration of the course. Most of these activities will be funded by the College, however at times the cost may be required to be covered by the student.

To apply for this course please select the coloured tab, relating to the centre you wish to study at, on the right hand side of this screen. You can save your progress if you prefer to do it in stages but you must complete all sections of the form.

Special Education Needs and Disability Prospective students who have a disability that may affect their studies should inform the College as soon as possible. Reasonable adjustments will be made to accommodate student needs and to provide appropriate support to enable successful completion of the course of study. Where necessary students will be asked for evidence to help identify appropriate adjustments.

Please note that the information provided in this fact sheet was accurate at the date of publication. However, courses are continually being modified and information is therefore subject to change.