North Connaught College of Further Education

Sligo

Equine Studies and Horsemanship

English

4

I-VET

Formal

The aim of this program is to enable the learner to develop the knowledge and skills to work in a supervisory or managerial role in the equine industry or to progress to further or higher education and training. Students will be facilitated to explore horsemanship with a view to re-skilling/up-skilling and exploring concepts and subject areas that may interest the learner in future programs or employment. Work experience is also a core feature of the Horsemanship program with students spending time in an equine setting. This facilitates the enhancement of employability and transversal skills.

Work Experience, Safety And Health At Work, Communications , Stable And Yard Routine, Young Horse Training Techniques, Equine Anatomy And Physiology, Sport Horse Riding Instruction

Fees payable, not disclosed

QQI

33 Weeks (Full time

120 ECTS

Motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, exercise initiative and independence when carrying out course activities.

Animal Husbandry

Applicants may have participated in primary and secondary education. CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English Mature learner entry requirements is possible.

On completion of this course, learners will have the skills, knowledge, and competencies in a broad range of equine skills to work as an assistant in a variety of equine sectors, including riding schools, studs, competition stables, livery stables, young horse training, and dealing yards. Students my progress to further education and training in higher institutions.