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Level 2 Horse Care Course in Milton

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start5 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Horse Care Course in Milton. Classes run at College of West Anglia Cambridge Campus, full-time during the day. The course is free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply.

The course covers horse handling and care, feeding and watering, horse biology and anatomy, health and welfare, and routine stable duties. You'll also complete 150 hours of work experience in equine settings such as yards, equestrian centres, and polo clubs. There is an optional riding pathway for those with the right riding ability. The course takes one year to complete.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Horse Care.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for those that want to work within the horse care and equine industry.

Entry requirements

You will need:

4 or more GCSEs at Grade 3 (D) or higher

Or:

A relevant Level 1 qualification

You will be invited to an interview to help us ensure the course is right for you.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to handle and care for horses safely.
  • You'll study horse biology, anatomy, and physiology.
  • You'll develop skills in feeding, watering, and monitoring horse health.
  • You'll carry out routine stable duties in practical sessions.
  • You'll learn about health and safety in equine environments.
  • You'll gain 150 hours of real work experience in the equine industry.
  • You'll explore what it means to work in the equine industry, including events and duties.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom sessions and hands-on practical work. Assessment includes coursework, practical tasks, and 150 hours of work experience. You'll be invited to an interview before the course starts to confirm it's the right fit for you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will confirm any additional costs before you enrol. These may include equipment, uniform, educational trips, and work placement costs. College of West Anglia Cambridge Campus will send full details to applicants before the course begins.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Equine groom, caring for horses at a yard or equestrian centre.
  • Stable hand, carrying out daily stable management and horse care.
  • Riding centre assistant, supporting instructors and caring for horses.
  • Equine yard worker, managing feeding, health checks, and turnout.
  • Polo groom, working with polo ponies at a specialist club.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Horse Care or Equine Management, the next step for those wanting to take on more responsibility or move into supervisory roles.
  • British Horse Society (BHS) qualifications, valued by employers across the equine industry.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Equine Studies, for those considering higher education or specialist equine careers.
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