Certificate in Equine Business

Do you love working with horses? Are you a horse owner keen to start breeding? Do you want to learn more about horse breeding and what is required to be a successful breeder? Then this course is for you.

Designed as a course for both horse owners and those starting out in the equine industry, this introductory course aims to teach you how to breed horses and the process of selecting mares and stallions for successful breeding purposes. You will learn what is involved to buy a horse and the basics of how to care for your animal, from grooming to pasture management. You will also find out ways to better manage the health and condition of horses in different situations, including while traveling or competing in events and how to minimise stressors that may impact the horse. Whether you’re wanting to get your start in horse breeding, or you’re a horse owner wanting to take your passion for horses to the next level, this course will deliver a sound foundation into the equine business industry.

Course Outline

Students will undertake 2 Key Modules, made up of 14 subjects.

Module 1: Horse Care III (100 hours)

This module is designed to help you advance your horse care skills and knowledge. Learn to better manage the health and condition of horses in different situations, including while traveling or competing in events. Discover ways to identify signs of poor condition and ill health and recognise the difference between illnesses, so you can address any problems appropriately. Explore the different stressors that can impact a horse and learn how to manage different situations to minimise risk factors.

Module 2: Breeding (100 hours)

Designed as a sound introduction module, it aims to deliver a solid foundation to build experience in the field of horse breeding. Gain a better understanding of the process of selecting mares and stallions for successful breeding purposes.

Learn how to identify and understand the anatomy and physiology of both the mare’s and stallion’s reproductive tract and the physical characteristics, which are preferable for a successful brood mare and breeding stallion. You will also explore and compare different ways of breeding horses and discuss common fertility problems that can occur in a mare and stallion.

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Assessment

Assessments are a critical step in the learning process. They help ensure you stay on track and meet the learning objectives of each lesson before moving onto the next. They also help your tutor identify where any further support may be required, so that you get the most out of your course.

You will learn via various methods; a combination of reading, interacting with tutors, undertaking research and watching videos. Each lesson will conclude with an assignment which is marked by your assigned tutor and returned to you with feedback, and if necessary, some recommended additional reading. Assessments may come in the form of – case studies, quizzes and written assessments.