Teagasc

Kildalton and Kilkenny

Horsemanship/Equitation

English

4

I-VET

Formal

This course will equip the learner with the knowledge and skills for employment opportunities in the industry. This course aims to provide students with knowledge and skills relating to riding, breaking, and training horses, preparation for sale, and encourage students towards Horse Sport Ireland and British Horse Society riding and coaching qualifications.

Stable and Yard Routine, Work Practice (to include some weekend duties), Communications, Sport Horse Riding, Young Horse Training Techniques, Anatomy and Physiology, Sport Horse Riding Instruction, Horse Breeding Elective

€990. While €7,000 for a Non-EU Citizen

Teagasc-College-Prospectus-2022.pdf

QQI

1 Year (Full time)

120 ECTS

Analytical, listening, communication, problem solving skills

Animal Husbandry

Applicants must be 17 years old or over, and ideally should have completed the senior cycle of second level education. Applicants must undergo an interview and practical riding assessment as part of the application process.

On successful completion, learners are qualified to seek employment in the sport horse industry. In addition, there are a number of career opportunities in supporting or service provider roles. Students may apply to the level 5 Advanced Certificate in Horsemanship (Equitation).