Study the CPD accredited Certificate in Equine Studies 100% online from $25 per week from the comfort of your own home.
The equestrian industry contains a variety of disciplines and areas including Horse Racing, Showjumping, Polo, Eventing, Dressage, Western, Driving, Trial Riding, Riding Schools, Hacking, Endurance Riding and more. Some of the career opportunities listed below can be applied in any of the above areas.
While studying this course provides valuable skills and knowledge, it does not guarantee a specific career outcome. The career outcomes listed are intended as a general guide only.
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CPD Accredited
This course is fully CPD accredited, which means each of the course modules is globally recognised for Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Completing CPD-endorsed courses gives you CPD points that are recognised by employers and can be used in your resume, professional industry membership, or future career as a professional. Every student receives a digital badge of CPD points that is portable, sharable and verifiable for the study they have completed.
Do you dream of a career working with horses but feel you lack the expertise to make it a reality?
Are you a horse owner or enthusiast looking to deepen your understanding and enhance your skills in equine care, behaviour, breeding or physiology?
Or do you already work with horses but want to expand your knowledge further?
Did you know? According to LoveRacing.nz and Jobted, The equine industry in New Zealand plays a crucial role in agriculture and employment, with horse-related jobs in high demand. From stable hands to equine veterinarians and farm managers, skilled professionals are essential to supporting the growing industry, which contributes significantly to the economy.
So, whether starting from scratch or aiming to refine your equestrian skills, the Certificate in Equine Studies can provide a fast-track solution to meet your needs. This 100-hour course is specifically designed to help you bridge the gap between your equine passion and a professional career. With an in-depth exploration of both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, it will prepare you to meet the industry's demands.
This course includes 10 comprehensive modules where you’ll learn:
Fundamentals of Equine Care: Learn how to care for horses, assess and manage horse health, understand equine anatomy, and apply nutrition plans tailored to various needs and conditions.
Training and Behavioural: Acquire knowledge in the fundamentals of horse training and delve into equine psychology and behaviour to foster better communication, understanding and handling with horses.
Professional Horsemanship: Learn advanced riding techniques and manage horse behaviour with advanced strategies as well as ethical treatment and animal welfare for horses.
Equine Breeding: Understand reproductive health, equine genetics and breeding ethics, different breed classification as well as breeding and foaling down mares.
Equine Business Insights: Develop your understanding of the business aspects of running an equine facility, including essential management practices.
To enhance your learning experience, you will also enjoy benefits, including full access to our online learning portal, available 24/7, allowing you to study at your convenience. Each comprehensive module contains written course guides, visual presentation slides and an immersive audio podcast allowing you to choose which learning method you prefer. Upon completion you’ll receive a digital certificate and statement of attainment for each module, exclusive course discounts on other courses, and six months of free access to Get Course’s ‘Skills Library’ (valued at $550).
Even better? This course is CPD accredited meaning each of the course modules is globally recognised for Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Completing CPD-endorsed courses gives you CPD points that are recognised by employers and can be used in your resume, professional industry membership, or future career as a professional.
Finally, you can apply your new skills and knowledge to various roles within the equine industry, such as groom, stable hand, stud hand, administrative roles in horse racing or breeding, yearling sale preparation groom, horse rescue worker, horse event guide, trail riding guide, and more.
Take the next step—Enquire now about the Certificate in Equine Studies and start your journey toward becoming a proficient and knowledgeable equine professional. Don’t wait—opportunities in the equine world are waiting for you.
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