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(Step 2 in the correspondence application process)

Equine knowledge 1

(Level 1)

Course Length

10 months from date of enrolment, part-time study

Credits

40 credits

Qualification

Telford certificate in Equine Knowledge (Level 1)

Course Fee

NZ student fees

International student fees

Entry Requirements

Competent in written English. Enrol at any time, students must be 16 years or over. English language proficiency is required. International students require IELTS of 5.5 or a TOEFL of 500 plus TWE 4.5

Textbooks Required

None

Are you a first time horse owner ?

Do you have little or no knowledge about horses? Do you have children who ride and wish you understood more about horses? Do you want to work your way up through the different levels of Telford Equine correspondence certificates? If so, this course is designed for you. The level 1 equine course is the ‘first step’ of the Telford equine correspondence courses, and will give you a great foundation on which to build your knowledge. The course does not contain any practical.

Course content

Including Telford courses

Horse Breeds and Terminology

521001 Demonstrate knowledge of Horse Breeds and Terminology

Horse anatomy and Conformation

521002 Demonstrate knowledge of Horse Anatomy and Conformation

Equine Grooming

521003 Demonstrate knowledge of Equine Grooming and Grooming Kit

Horse Behaviour and Vices

521004 Demonstrate knowledge of Horse Behaviour and Vices

Basic Stable Design and Routines

521005 Demonstrate knowledge of Basic Stable Design and Routine

Tack and Clothing for Horse and Rider

521006 Demonstrate knowledge of Tack and Clothing for Horse and Rider

Equestrian Disciplines

521007 Demonstrate knowledge of Equestrian Disciplines