Course Description
Distance learning course of 18 lessons
This course covers all aspects of stable management and will provide the student with a thorough preparation for working in the equine industry. The course has been specifically designed to provide the student with the vital information needed to operate a stable efficiently. The course covers many different aspects of looking after your horse or horses, including horse psychology and exercise. The qualification will provide the encouragement for the student to enhance their employability by giving a good foundation to the industry.
Tutor Support
With this course you will have unlimited access to your own personal tutor who specialises in their field of study. It is your personal tutor's role to ensure that you receive constructive feedback and to deal with any queries you may have. You are more than welcome to telephone, fax or email your personal tutor.
You will also have access to a dedicated and friendly team of administrators and course advisors who offer sound and professional guidance and advice when you need it. This ensures that you will never feel neglected and that you will always succeed!
Assessment Method
After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course.
What's Included
All study materials Study Guide Full Tutor and Admin support
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This course covers all aspects of stable management and will provide the student with a thorough preparation for working in the equine industry. The course has been specifically designed to provide the student with the vital information needed to operate a stable efficiently. The course covers many different aspects of looking after your horse or horses, including horse psychology and exercise. The qualification will provide the encouragement for the student to enhance their employability by giving a good foundation to the industry.
Tutor Support
With this course you will have unlimited access to your own personal tutor who specialises in their field of study. It is your personal tutor's role to ensure that you receive constructive feedback and to deal with any queries you may have. You are more than welcome to telephone, fax or email your personal tutor.
You will also have access to a dedicated and friendly team of administrators and course advisors who offer sound and professional guidance and advice when you need it. This ensures that you will never feel neglected and that you will always succeed!
Assessment Method
After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course.
What's Included
Course Outline
Buying a horse
Conformation
Stabling
Why bedding is necessary
The digestive system and principles of feeding and watering
Grass kept horse and pasture management
The skin
The foot and shoeing
Exercise and conditioning
Tack and biting
Blankets, bandages and boots
Sick nursing
Minor ailments
Unsoundness and related minor ailments
Clipping, trimming and plaiting
Travelling and care of the horse at a show
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Conformation
Stabling
Why bedding is necessary
The digestive system and principles of feeding and watering
Grass kept horse and pasture management
The skin
The foot and shoeing
Exercise and conditioning
Tack and biting
Blankets, bandages and boots
Sick nursing
Minor ailments
Unsoundness and related minor ailments
Clipping, trimming and plaiting
Travelling and care of the horse at a show
More Information
| Language | English |
| Course Length | 144.00 hours |
| Duration of Access | Unlike other Distance Education Colleges, we impose no time limits or pressures on you to complete your course material. Your course will not expire, and it will not become invalid until you have successfully completed it. |
| Instructor | Self Study |
| Vendor | Stonebridge (Read more about Stonebridge accreditation.) |
| Course Certification | On completion of this course you will receive two qualifications: Qualification 1: Stable Management Diploma issued by Stonebridge Associated Colleges, entitling you to use the letters SAC. Dip. (Stable Management) Qualification 2: ASET Level 3 Stable Management Award All students will receive a certificate in the mail on successful completion of their course. |
| Prerequisites/Audience | There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds. |
| Requirements/Materials Included | This program can be accessed and completed using either PC or Macintosh computers. You'll need an Internet connection of 28Kpbs or higher, and a Web browser. There are no required textbooks. |
Price: $ 562.00 (USD)
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