Course description
Gain a deeper understanding of equine management and develop your technical and practical knowledge, with our Level 3 Advanced Technical Certificate at Writtle College.
As a student at Writtle College you’ll be based in our Equine Training and Development Centre. Part of our rural 150-hectare campus, it’s home to around 70 horses and a range of equine facilities.
You’ll learn about equine health, stable routines and tack fitting, but also explore areas such as equine behaviour and therapy, training techniques and event management. There are plenty of opportunities to develop your practical skills too, such as grooming, clipping, riding and lunging.
You’ll also gain valuable experience with a one-week work placement in the equine industry.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
Main
- 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 or A*-C
- Must include English, Maths and Science
- Satisfactory references from most recent school, college or employer
- A riding ability that is close to British Horse Society (BHS) Stage 2 Ride standard and some experience of working with horses. (We do not expect you to have passed any BHS exams before studying with us; this is just a guide to the riding level required for entry.)
- Alternative qualifications or experience will be considered on application.
Due to the nature and welfare of the horses at Writtle College, we operate a personal weight restriction of no more than 13 stone; non-riding options are available.
Important additional notes
Our published entry requirements are a guide only and our decision will be based on your overall suitability for the course as well as whether you meet the minimum entry requirements.
Training Course Content
Mandatory units
- Principles of Health and Safety
- Undertake and Review Work-related Experience in the Land-based Industries
- Undertake Stable Yard Operations
- Equine Health
- Horse Tack and Equipment
Optional units
- Biological Systems of Horses
- Prepare Horses for Presentation
- Equine Feeding and Nutrition
- Horse Behaviour and Welfare
- Working and Training Horses from the Ground
- The Principles of Equitation
- Contribute to Managing an Equine Event
- The Principles of Horse Fitness
- Exercising Horses
- Undertake Estate Skills
- The Principles of Competition Grooming
Course delivery details
This course includes a range of mandatory and optional units. You’ll complete all mandatory units and select two optional units from the list below, as determined by your Course Leader.
Units are subject to change and availability.
Assessment
We’ll assess your progress in a number of ways including two externally set and marked assignments, two externally set and marked exams, a portfolio of evidence, and optional unit assessments as required.
Why choose Writtle University College
Ranked Top University-Sector Institution in East Anglia for overall student satisfaction!
*Based on NSS 2022 Based on Taught Data
Beautiful rural campus situated close to the city of Chelmsford, 40 minutes from London and the coast.
Expenses
Fee: £3,417 Students over 19 starting 2023/24
Continuing Studies
Careers and educational progression
After completing this Level 3 qualification, you’ll be well-placed to find a job in the equine industry, with possible jobs including stable yard worker, riding school assistant, or apprentice in an equine business.
Or you might choose to continue your studies, by progressing to the second year of our Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Equine Management (720). This, in turn, can lead on to degree-level study.
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