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Free Level 3 Equine Management Course in Newcastle upon Tyne – Northumberland College Kirkley Hall Campus – Evening

CostFREE
Duration558 hours
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Equine Management Course in Newcastle upon Tyne. Evening classes run at Northumberland College Kirkley Hall Campus, so you can fit study around your existing commitments. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above, ideally including Maths and English, plus relevant equestrian experience. The course covers stable yard operations, horse health care, equine behaviour, biology, business essentials, and event management. You'll learn through a mix of practical assessments, theoretical study, and real-world placements. At 558 hours part-time, this is a substantial equine management qualification.

Who this course is for

Discover the dynamic world of equine management through a practical, hands-on program that prepares you for a fulfilling career in the industry. This comprehensive course equips you with essential skills in stable yard operations, horse health care, and event management, alongside advanced knowledge in equine behaviour, biology, and business essentials. Learn through a blend of practical assessments and theoretical studies, enhanced by real-world placements that offer valuable industry experience. Perfect for those with a passion for horses and a commitment to professional growth, this course sets the stage for diverse career paths in equine care and management or further academic pursuits.

Entry requirements

You will need 5 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above (which would ideally include Maths and English) and appropriate equestrian experience.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical skills in stable yard operations and daily horse care.
  • You'll study equine behaviour and learn to apply that knowledge in yard settings.
  • You'll build knowledge of equine biology and health care.
  • You'll learn how to plan and manage equestrian events.
  • You'll cover business essentials relevant to the equine industry.
  • You'll gain industry experience through real-world work placements.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a blend of practical, hands-on assessments and classroom-based theoretical study. Evening classes at Northumberland College Kirkley Hall Campus are supported by work placements that give you direct experience in equine settings. Assessment draws on both your practical performance and your understanding of the underpinning theory.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Northumberland College Kirkley Hall Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Stable yard manager: oversee daily operations and staff on a yard
  • Groom: hands-on horse care and exercise for private or competition yards
  • Equine yard supervisor: coordinate welfare, feeding, and turnout routines
  • Riding school instructor: teach riders once further coaching qualifications are held
  • Equestrian event coordinator: organise and run competitions and shows
  • Horse breeder or stud hand: support breeding programmes and foal care
  • Equine business owner: run your own livery yard or equestrian centre

What you could study next

A Level 3 equine management qualification can lead to further study in equine science or land-based management at Level 4 or higher. A Foundation Degree or BSc in Equine Science would deepen your knowledge of horse physiology, nutrition, and welfare. If you want to teach riding, British Horse Society (BHS) coaching qualifications run alongside or after this course. A Level 4 or 5 management qualification could support progression into yard or business management roles.

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