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Level 2 Equine Care Course in Ilkeston

Cost£2,225.00
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Equine Care Course in Ilkeston. Classes run at Derby College Broomfield Hall Campus, full-time over 36 weeks.

You'll learn in both classroom and practical settings. The course covers horse handling, health and welfare, stable management, and equine nutrition. Riding is offered as a recreational element but is not assessed as part of the qualification. You'll need three GCSEs at grade 3 or above in English, Maths and Science, plus at least six months of experience handling horses.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Technical Certificate in Equine Care at Level 2.

Who this course is for

This course is suitable for school leavers and provides the knowledge, skills and work experience to help you gain employment within the equine industry or to progress to the next level in your career.You will be taught in both a practical and theoretical environment. This course is ideal for someone looking to improve upon their basic equine skills and knowledge and to open up employment opportunities within the equine sector.Riding is offered as a recreational part of the course and is not assessed as part of the qualification. Applicants will still need to pass a riding assessment to be offered recreational riding lessons.

Entry requirements

Three GCSEs or above at a grade 3 and above in English, Maths and Science.

You will need to have at least six months prior experience in handling horses, and a reference may be required. You will need to be highly motivated and demonstrate a keen interest in the equine industry. There is a mixture between classroom and practical, hands-on learning.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop safe horse handling and management skills.
  • You'll learn how to maintain stables and yard environments.
  • You'll study equine health, welfare, and basic veterinary care.
  • You'll understand equine nutrition and feeding practices.
  • You'll gain practical work experience in the equine industry.
  • You'll build knowledge of equine behaviour and anatomy.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom sessions and hands-on practical work. Assessment includes both theoretical and practical elements. An interview is required before you start. If you choose the riding pathway, you'll submit a video of your riding for assessment, and feedback will be provided by email.

What you will need to bring

Derby College Broomfield Hall Campus will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Animal Care Assistant, supports the daily care of horses and other animals.
  • Stable Hand, carries out yard duties and horse management on a daily basis.
  • Groom, cares for horses at a yard, stud, or competition yard.
  • Equine Yard Supervisor, oversees yard operations with further experience.
  • Riding School Assistant, supports instructors and manages horses at a riding centre.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Horse Management, a natural next step for those wanting to deepen their equine knowledge and take on more responsibility.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (Animal Nursing Assistant route), for those interested in animal health care.
  • British Horse Society qualifications, such as BHS Stage 2 or Stage 3, for those pursuing a career in riding instruction or yard management.
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