Subject Introduction
If you love horses and want to turn your hobby into a rewarding career, then working with horses could be for you! Whether you’re looking to work in stables, riding schools, or competitive equestrian environments, undertaking a horse care apprenticeship can provide the hands-on experience to allow you to develop the skills and knowledge to succeed.
Subject Overview
There is no doubt that working with horses can involve working long hours and be physically demanding, but the work can be incredibly rewarding and job satisfaction is high. The competition for jobs in the equine industry can be very competitive; experience, enthusiasm and a qualification relevant to the job can give you a real advantage.
You must be hard working, happy to work outdoors at all times of the year and be passionate about horses. You should also have good people skills, as working with horses often involves significant contact with people, particularly if you are working in a riding school, for example.
Why choose to undertake an equine apprenticeship with The College of Animal Welfare?
- Experienced and supportive teaching staff
All of our horse care tutors and assessors have significant industry experience and knowledge, and all share a passion for pushing the profession forward. We want to ensure that you gain, not only a horse care qualification, but develop the skills and confidence to achieve your goals. - Increase your job prospects
Equine jobs can be highly competitive. By undertaking a horse care apprenticeship, you will give yourself an advantage by gaining a qualification that demonstrates your skills and knowledge to potential employers. - Regulated and respected
Our horse care qualifications are Ofqual regulated and our college has been rated as a Good provider by Ofsted (July 2022). In addition, our Matrix accreditation underscores our commitment to delivering first quality information, advice and guidance to ensure that you choose the course that is right for you and your future ambitions.
“I have thoroughly enjoyed all aspects of this course – I’ve had a fantastic tutor and team throughout! I have learnt so much and had a brilliant experience with my education". Sophie Baudot, Level 3 Senior Equine Groom Apprenticeship
Course Options
Career Opportunities
After you have gained a formal horse care qualification there are many different directions your career could go in depending on your interests, skills and level of academic study.
Some of the opportunities include:
Horse groom | Horse riding instructor | Jockey | Equine veterinary nurse | Farrier
If you would like to find out more about some of the career opportunities and horse care jobs available, our FREE annual Careers With Animals Day is a great place to start. This event provides you with the opportunity to listen to career talks, ask questions and gain advice about careers working with animals.
Alternatively, please feel free to request a call back if you would like to have an informal chat about your options; a member of our client advisor team would be happy to help you.
