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Level 2 Equine Care Course in Northampton

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Fees apply if you're not eligible. Contact Moulton College for more info.

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About this course

Level 2 Equine Care Course in Northampton. Classes run at Moulton College, full-time during the day. Fees may apply depending on your circumstances, though reductions or full fee waivers may be available for eligible learners.

The course covers practical horse care, stable management, health and welfare, and equine anatomy. You'll spend time on the college's professional equine yard, working alongside commercial staff. The centre has an indoor arena, an outdoor arena, and a cross-country paddock. You'll also complete work experience to build industry-standard skills. The course runs over one year.

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

Who this course is for

Four GCSEs at grade 2-3 (D-E) or a Level 1 Diploma in a related subject.

Entry requirements

Four GCSEs at grade 2-3 (D-E) or a Level 1 Diploma in a related subject.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical skills in daily horse care and stable management.
  • You'll learn about equine health, welfare, and common conditions.
  • You'll study equine anatomy and physiology.
  • You'll gain experience working on a professional equine yard.
  • You'll complete work experience to develop industry-standard skills.
  • You'll build knowledge of feeding, exercise, and horse behaviour.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom sessions and hands-on practical work on the college yard. Assessment includes practical observations, written assignments, and theory work. You'll be guided by specialist staff in both theory and practical skills throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Animal Care Assistant, supporting the daily care of horses and other animals.
  • Stable Hand, carrying out yard duties and horse care on a professional yard.
  • Groom, looking after horses in a riding school or private yard.
  • Equine Yard Assistant, working in a commercial equestrian centre.
  • Horse Riding Instructor Assistant, supporting lessons and horse welfare.

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 move into supervisory or specialist roles.
  • Level 3 Animal Management Diploma, broadening your skills across a wider range of species.
  • Apprenticeship in Equine Groom, combining paid work with further training on the job.
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