An Introduction to Working with Horses
Duchy College Stoke Climsland - 12 February 2024
Duchy College Stoke Climsland - 4 April 2024
No Qualification Levels Explained
1 Day
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Part-time
An Introduction to Working with Horses
The day will give a good experience of working practically on an equine yard.
In the morning, the equine team will introduce you to professional practices. Then you will be developing your skills mucking out and bringing horses in and out of the fields under supervision.
The focus will be on developing industry standard equine skills. You will also spend time grooming the college horses, learning new techniques and developing awareness of body language. Caring for tack and equipment and completing health checks will also be part of the day.
What you will learn
Equine health and safety procedures
Current equine practice
Progression
Land based City & Guilds Diploma Level One (Horse care)
Working as a groom
Working at a riding school

Duchy College Stoke Climsland
Set on stunning rolling hillsides, our campus epitomises the very best of land-based education. The recent addition of the £4 million Future Farm research facility means students and businesses are at the heart of the next evolution of environmental farming. Whether it’s a love of horses, sport, protective services, heavy machinery or animal care, nobody forgets their time at Duchy College Stoke Climsland. It’s time to secure your #careercollege experience.
Current equine practice

Duchy College Stoke Climsland
Set on stunning rolling hillsides, our campus epitomises the very best of land-based education. The recent addition of the £4 million Future Farm research facility means students and businesses are at the heart of the next evolution of environmental farming. Whether it’s a love of horses, sport, protective services, heavy machinery or animal care, nobody forgets their time at Duchy College Stoke Climsland. It’s time to secure your #careercollege experience.
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Dates & Locations
- Location - Duchy College Stoke Climsland
- Start Date - 12 February 2024
- Day/Time - Monday, 09:30 - 16:00
- Fees - Tuition Fees: £0.00
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For 12 February 2024 start date
- Location - Duchy College Stoke Climsland
- Start Date - 4 April 2024
- Day/Time - Thursday, 09:30 - 16:00
- Fees - Tuition Fees: £0.00
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For 4 April 2024 start date
Course Code 12644-DSC-23, 10512-DSC-23
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