Equine Care - Level 3

You will hold 5 GCSE’s at grade 4 or above including English and Maths​.

Alternatively, you will hold a Level 2 qualification in the subject or the industry equivalent.

You will successfully complete an assessment day to demonstrate suitability for the course.

Please note that entry requirements and course offer can be subject to change at any time.

Upon successful completion of the first year of this course, you will receive a Level 3 Advanced Technical Certificate in Equine Management.

Upon successful completion of the second year of this course, you will receive a Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Equine Management.

• Principles of Health and Safety
• Work-related experience in the land-based industries
• Stable yard operations
• Equine health
• Horse tack and equipment
• Biological systems of horses

• Theory work
• Practical work

You will divide your time between Kidderminster College’s main campus and the stables at Sugar Loaf Equestrian.

This course covers 16 hours of study per week.

• Assignment
• Exams

As part of your course, you will be required to complete a period of work experience. This forms an essential component of your overall study hours and is designed to support your learning and progression. The number of hours you need to complete will vary depending on the level and type of qualification you are undertaking. There is an expectation that your placement will be relevant to your chosen course, helping you gain valuable insight and practical skills in your subject area. While learners are expected to secure their own placement, our dedicated Work Experience Coordinator will support you throughout the process and ensure that all placements meet the necessary compliance and safeguarding requirements.

Maths will be included in learning distances between fences, heights of jumps, health checking, temperature, pulse and respiration, and weight of horses.

English will be included in learning correct terminology.

Tutorial is a program of essential topics affecting you as a potential employee and member of a community. You will cover topics to improve employability skills, mental fitness (both for you and those around you) and much more. It is an essential part of your personal development.

As part of you weekly timetable, you will be expected to take part in Tutorial. This consists of a 1-1 meeting (at least 3 a year) and Personal Development activities that develop you both personally and professionally. Part of the focus is to raise digital Standards and take part in Employer Engagement Activities such as guest speakers, logging Work Experience and in person and online networking.

We work with Student Experience, Careers and your Curriculum team to ensure your Tutorial elements link to your industry area and to create opportunities to develop key skills for profile raising as well as enabling you to create competitive applications and CVs.

Tutorial is also an opportunity to check in with you as part of a group and individually. You can discuss any issues you might be having that affect your learning and essentially identify strategies and support available to you.

Upon successful completion of this course, you could progress into employment, or you can apply for a university degree in Equine Management, Equine Performance or Equine Coaching.