Horse Care Flexible Study Programme SCQF 4 - 6 (Multiple locations) NC
Study mode: You take fewer course units/modules per week compared to full time., You study outside of typical working hours, usually in the evenings.
Course type: NC
Start in: Variable
Learning mode: You attend classes in person at the local campus or learning centre.
Duration: Part time: flexible
How: You attend classes at scheduled times, shown on your timetable.
What is special about this course?
Do you enjoy working with horses and would you like to find out more about their needs and how to manage them? This programme of study is an ideal starting point for anyone wanting to work in the equine sector or for dedicated horse owners looking to expand their knowledge of horse care. Success in this programme of study can also count towards entry to our equine degree programme.
This course is available in Aberdeenshire, Western Isles, Lochaber, Sutherland, Caithness, Nairn, Inverness, Moray, Angus, Fife and Orkney. Please contact our Horse Care Coordinator for more information on the course locations: horsecare.nwh@uhi.ac.uk.
There are no formal entry requirements but knowledge of the subject area would be beneficial. The course begins at SCQF 4 but entry at SCQF 5 or above would be at the discretion of the tutor depending on your prior experience.
A wide range of topic areas at SCQF 4-6 including:
- Horse identification and handling a quiet horse safely
- Assist with grooming a quiet horse
- Tack and tacking up
- Stable routine
- Horse health
- Watering and feeding
- Horse care: lungeing
- Horse care: trimming, turnout and clipping
- Tacking up for ridden competition work
How will I study my course?
- Part Time
- Evening
- Flexible
You normally need to commit to around 2 hours per week of scheduled class time and 2 hours per week of self-study. Delivery mode varies between flexi tutors.
Timetabled learning will generally take place in a yard setting with a flexi tutor who will focus on the practical aspects of the course while you study the theory in your own time.
SCQF 4 in Horse Care (NPA4) consists of 4 units, SCQF 5 in Horse Care (NC) consists of 12 units and SCQF 6 (NPA6) consists of 4 units. Each unit is taught flexibly and the timetable and length of courses will be agreed with your flexi tutor.
How long will my course last?
Flexible study course.
Start date
Flexible start dates are available. Please contact horsecare.nwh@uhi.ac.uk for more information.
Fees
Find out more about fees, fee waivers and funding options.
Equipment
Students should have suitable footwear to work with horses when doing practical activities. Some centres may be able to provide a riding hat for working with horses, however, students may require their own riding hat for working with and handling horses.
What can I do on completion of my course?
- Progress on to other equine courses, including HNC Equine Studies or BA (Hons) Equine Business Management.
- Enhanced career prospects within the equestrian industry.
To find out more and to apply, please contact horsecare.nwh@uhi.ac.uk
We are delighted that you are thinking about studying at UHI North, West and Hebrides. UHI North, West and Hebrides operates a fair and open admissions system committed to equality of opportunity and non-discrimination. We consider all applications on merit and on the basis of ability to achieve, without discrimination on grounds of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion and/or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background. We welcome applications from all prospective students and aim to provide appropriate and efficient services to students with disabilities.