Students
BRITISH HORSE SOCIETY (STAGES 2 OR 3)
Resources
- 64 horses, a number of which are ex-competition, including foals and stallions
- 2 indoor arenas, one of which is international size (35m x 60m)
- Outdoor manege (40m x 50m)
- Extensive cross country courses including water jumps, coffins and banks
- Show jumping paddock and jumping lane
- Horse weighbridge, high speed treadmill, horse walker and stocks
- Science laboratories
- Recognised competition and BHS examination centre
Typical Employers
Competition centres, yards, research centres, feed manufacturers, event management agencies, equine welfare organisations, riding schools, racing yards, studs and equine veterinary clinics.
Industry Links
Students at Hadlow receive a 5% discount at Speedgate Saddlery. Students also benefit from strong links with international competition riders, the Society of Master Saddlers, Ken Lyndon-Dykes and the partnership with Bell Equine veterinary practice.
This course is an ideal preparation for those students already working in the industry who wish to improve their skills and progress onto a higher level course. You will be encouraged to take part in, or observe, the regular equine shows and clinics which the College hosts.
Entry Requirements 1 GCSE at Grade C or above and BHS Stage 1 or 2, or equivalent.
Additional Experience
Life experiences will be taken into account when considering applications.
Location
Hadlow
Course Duration
1 year, 3 days per week and 1 weekend of yard duties every 3rd week.
Course Content Course content (optional)
Assessment Method
Assessment is through BHS examination with students encouraged to relate theory to practice at all stages.
Progression Routes
Successful students with satisfactory grades can further enhance their skills by enrolling onto higher BHS examinations or the National Diploma. Alternatively, you may enter the industry as an instructor, groom, stable manager, rider, welfare officer or trainer.
Specialist Equipment Needed
You will need a BSI approved riding hat, riding boots, gloves, jodhpurs, navy blue jumpers or sweatshirts, body protector, whip, hoof-pick and grooming kit.