Horse Knowledge and Care (Stage 1)

The course contains nine modules, and an options study week:

1. Introduction to Equine Anatomy
2. Principles of Equine Behaviour
3. Care of the Stabled Horse
4. Care of the Grass Kept Horse
5. Saddlery
6. The Foot, Sheoing and Lameness
7. Watering and Feeding
8. Horse Health
9. General Knowledge
10. Optional Study Week

Entry Requirements: Level 2 English

Format of Course Materials: Paper-based

Assignments: Nine written assignments

Exams: There is an optional exam at the end of the course (funding not included – you will need to re-apply to PET for the exam fees).

Prison Support Requirements: Support completion and submission of assignments. Facilitate and invigilate exam.

Tutor Support: Yes

Find Out More: From the Open College of Equine Studies here