Post A Job
Advertise Courses
Search Jobs
Search Courses

Level 2 Equine Care Course in Budleigh Salterton

Cost£1,709.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
Apply now →

About this course

Level 2 Equine Care Course in Budleigh Salterton. Classes run at Bicton College, full-time during the day.

This equine care qualification takes one year to complete. You'll develop practical horse care skills, learn about roles across the equine industry, and take part in weekend yard duties. Units cover horse handling, health and welfare, and stable management. You'll need three or more GCSEs including English and Maths at Grade 4, or a relevant Level 1 qualification at an equivalent level. Equine experience and riding ability are discussed at interview.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Technical Certificate in Equine Care.

Who this course is for

This course suits learners who love horses and want to explore real career pathways while building practical competence. You will learn about roles across the equine industry and develop teamwork through weekend duties caring for a range of horses. It prepares you for progression to Level 3 apprenticeships or junior yard employment.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements for external applicants and school leavers

  • Three or more GCSEs including English and/or Maths at Grade 4, or successful completion of a relevant Level 1 qualification and English and/or Maths at Grade 4 or equivalent.
  • Equine experience with riding and horse handling to be discussed at interview to determine appropriate starting point.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop safe horse handling and riding skills.
  • You'll learn how to care for horses' health and welfare.
  • You'll practise stable management and yard routines.
  • You'll understand roles and career pathways in the equine industry.
  • You'll build teamwork skills through shared weekend yard duties.
  • You'll learn to recognise signs of ill health in horses.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical yard work, classroom sessions, and hands-on care of horses at the college. Assessment includes practical observations and written tasks. Weekend yard duties form part of your training and are assessed as part of the course.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Yard assistant, supports daily horse care and stable routines.
  • Groom, cares for horses at a yard, stud, or racing stable.
  • Animal Care Assistant, works with horses and other animals in a care setting.
  • Riding school assistant, helps with lessons and horse management.
  • Stud hand, assists with breeding and foal care on a stud farm.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Apprenticeship in Racehorse Care or Horse Care, the next step into skilled yard employment.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Horse Care and Management, for those wanting to deepen their knowledge before entering the industry.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Equine Management, suited to learners aiming for supervisory or specialist roles.
Apply on cornwall.ac.uk →
Apply now →

Related courses at Bicton College

More courses near you