Equine Studies Course - Passionate About Horses? Learn to Become A Stable Hand, Stud Hand, Horse Trainer or Breeder.
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Passionate About Horses? Learn to Become A Stable Hand, Stud Hand, Horse Trainer or Breeder.

Study the Certificate in Equine Studies 100% online from the comfort of your own home for just $35 Per Week on a Flexible Payment Plan.

Course Details

Qualification

Certificate in Equine Studies

Duration

This equine studies course is 35 weeks in duration but you have up to 12 months to complete with self-paced learning.

Delivery

Study this course 100% online from the comfort of your own home, anywhere in Australia.

Start Date

Start Anytime

Payment Options

Upfront Payment or a Flexible Payment Plan starting from $35 per week. To be eligible for the payment plan you must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Institute
What You'll Get
  • Access to a variety of learning formats, including detailed interactive video tutorials and text-based guides.
  • Full tutor support available by email and phone six days per week.
  • A certificate of attainment officially recognising your successful completion of this course.
  • A transcript of all completed course units.
  • Online 24/7 access to your course through the online learning portal, allowing you to study when it suits your schedule.
  • 3-day course trial to ensure the course is right for you. 
  • Partners with a number of different interest-free payment plan providers, including Payright, AfterPay, ZeeFi, Zip, Stripe, and Humm, that operate both locally and internationally to make studying easy and affordable.
Modules

Horse Care I Certificate

• Horse Psychology and Handling

• Buying a Horse

• Conformation

• The Digestive System and Principles of Feeding and Watering

• The Grass Kept Horse and Pasture Management

• Grooming

• Industry Applications

 

Horse Care II Certificate

• Feeds

• Stabling

• Bedding and Mucking Out

• The Foot and Shoeing

• Exercise and Conditioning

• Tack and Tack Fitting

• Horse Facility Design

 

Horse Care III Certificate

• Blankets, Bandages and Boots

• Maintaining The Health Of Horses

• Clipping, Trimming and Plaiting

• Traveling and Care of The Horse Away From Home

• Organising Managing A Horse Event

• Managing A Horse Enterprise

 

Horse Breeding Certificate

• Why breed horses?

• Mare Anatomy

• Stallion Anatomy

• Managing the Arrival and Departure of the horse at the stud

• Prenatal Growth

• Care of the Pregnant Mare

• General Newborn Care

• Introduction to Fertility

 

Equine Behaviour Certificate

• Introduction: Influences and motivation

• Genetics and Behaviour

• Equine Perception and Behaviour

• Communication and Social Behaviour

• Sexual and Reproductive Behaviour

• Learning and Training

• Behavioural Problems

Career Opportunities
  • Stablehand/Groom
  • Stable Foreperson
  • Rider/Jockey
  • Equestrian Competition Coach
  • Horse Breeder
  • Horse Educator
  • Equine Businesses Assistant or Owner
  • Pet Shop Assistant or Owner
  • Horse Trainer/Instructor
  • Trail Ride Assistant or Owner
  • Stud Hand
Course Entry Requirements

This course has no strict requirements or prerequisites, but you need to meet at least the following:

  • Must be over the age of 18. If you are not, a course advisor must speak with your legal guardian.
  • You must have a working computer and an Internet connection. If you do not have a computer or tablet, the course provider can supply one.
Course Accreditation

International Approval and Registration Centre (IARC) Endorsed

This Certificate in Agronomy course is accredited through the International Approval & Registration Centre (IARC). The IARC is an International association which recognises quality and excellence in education providers in tertiary education.

Testimonials

"100% would recommend it if you work full time and find it hard to find time to study. Study at your own pace with amazing tutoring staff, extremely helpful and an awesome attitude!"

Author
Rhett D

"Was truly a great time doing the course, it was well laid out and was easy to read. It was good fun going out and doing the practical tasks where you had to challenge yourself or just think of opportunities to get it done. 10/10, would recommend."

Author
Nathan W

"As a mature age student, new to online learning, the process has been super easy. From my initial inquiry I have been guided and supported every step of the way, never feeling unsure or out of my depth and comfort zone. Awesome company."

Author
Esther

“This study relates to my main vocation and I will keep building skills in Horticulture as combined with my major work for my future vacations. Thanks for a lot of help and understanding. If I began horticulture study at a younger age, I loved building my nursery as one of my favourite works.”

Author
Hyeok H

“I enjoyed the flexible nature of working through the course. I enjoyed gaining a greater understanding of the horticultural environment, its application to the world, and how I can do better on my own. It was easy to read, to complete the exams and assignments.”

Author
Shayne H

Upgrade Your Equestrian Skills and Knowledge Quickly, Easily and Affordably

Love horses? Looking for a career where you can work with them every day or simply want to learn how to look after your own horse better?

The 5-in-1 Certificate in Equine Studies has been designed by industry experts to give a solid foundation in equine studies and includes the Introductory Certificate in Horse Care, Certificate in Horse Care, Certificate in Horse Breeding, and Certificate in Equine Behaviour.

This comprehensive course will teach you everything you need to know about equines including horse psychology and handling, stabling, exercise and conditioning, breeding, organising horse events, managing a horse enterprise, mare and stallion anatomy, managing the arrival and departure of the horse at the stud, understanding horse behaviour and much more.

Plus, this one of a kind course also allows you to develop skills in handling horses of different ages and breeds, grooming, health and nutrition, plus basic riding and training skills as well as the ability to recognise behaviours and health issues. Once you've completed the course, you will have the knowledge and skills needed to work with horses in a variety of equine roles and provide the best care possible to all horses.

Can't Afford To Pay Upfront?

Want to study this equine studies course but can't afford to pay upfront? No problem! This course comes with a super affordable interest-free payment plan option starting from $35 per week. Simply pay a weekly amount towards your course until the course is paid off and stress less.

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