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Level 1 Horse Care Course in Norwich

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyBHSQ
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About this course

Level 1 Horse Care Course in Norwich. Classes run at Easton College, full-time during the day. The course is free if you're 16 to 18 years old on 31 August before your course starts. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply.

The course runs for one year and covers equine husbandry, feeding, watering, and stable management. You'll also study equine health, working safely, and practical industry skills. To enrol, you'll need three GCSEs at grade 2 or above, including English Language and maths, plus completion of a taster day.

You'll finish with a Level 1 Diploma in Work Based Horse Care.

Who this course is for

This one year programme will provide you with a solid foundation for progression into Level 2 programmes and/ or an apprenticeship, as well as potential employment within the Animal and Equine industries. This course develops your core understanding of the equine husbandry, including feeding, watering and cleaning accommodation. You will study key elements of industry, including equine health and care, employability, working safely and essential practical skills. You will have the opportunity to work and develop your practical skills within our fantastic Equine facility. There will be a requirement to support weekend and holiday duties to support your development further and ensure that the college horses are well cared for. If you do not have a 4 or above for English and/ or maths, you will be required to study this alongside your Diploma in Land-Based Studies Level 1- Equine. Students will need to purchase their PPE for the Equine Centre. Details with what is required will be provided at enrolment. Students will work in all weather conditions, both indoors and outdoors, ensuring our horses are provided with the highest welfare standards.

Entry requirements

  • Achieve 3 GCSE's at grade 2 or above, including English Language and maths. - Completion of a taster day

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to feed and water horses correctly.
  • You'll develop skills in cleaning and maintaining stable accommodation.
  • You'll study equine health and how to recognise signs of illness.
  • You'll practise essential hands-on horse care skills.
  • You'll learn how to work safely in an equine environment.
  • You'll build employability skills relevant to the animal and equine industries.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom sessions and practical work at the college's equestrian facilities. Assessment is work-based, so you'll be observed carrying out real equine care tasks. You may also complete written assignments and knowledge checks throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Easton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Equine groom, caring for horses at a yard or stables.
  • Stable hand, supporting day-to-day yard operations.
  • Horse care assistant, working under a senior groom or yard manager.
  • Animal care assistant, working with horses or other animals in a care setting.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Horse Care, the natural next step after this qualification.
  • Equine Groom Apprenticeship (Level 2), letting you earn while you train on the job.
  • Level 3 qualifications in Equine Management, for those aiming toward yard management or more specialist roles.
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