Program Overview

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BHS Stage 2 - Care

Overview

Gain the skills to work as an assistant groom on a stable yard with this British Horse Society (BHS) Stage 2 award. Study over 12 weeks at Writtle College.

Full Description

If you want to progress from the basic principles of horse care achieved in BHS Stage 1, this training course provides evidence that you have the essential skills to work as an assistant groom at any yard, whether working with a riding school or with thoroughbreds.

Our course runs for 12 weeks, one evening per week. It covers Learning Outcomes 1–11 as listed in The BHS Equine Excellence Pathway log book.

Separate one-day courses are available for your coach endorsements in Loading/Unloading Horses, Bathing and Lunging. These practical elements will not be covered in this course however, tacking up is included.

Holders of the BHS Stage 2 certificate are able to proceed on to BHS Stage 3.

Who Should Attend?

This course will suit you if you already hold the BHS Stage 1 Care Award, and want to progress from the basic principles of horse care achieved in Stage 1. You must be 16 years of age or above to join the course.

Dates

Email to register your interest in future courses and we'll be in touch when dates are confirmed.

Where You'll Study

Your Faculty

At Writtle College, our courses blending classroom learning with hands-on experience in specialised fields such as sport, agriculture, horticulture, animal studies, equine studies, conservation and floristry.

Our Level 2 and Level 3 programmes are designed to prepare you for your future career or higher education pathways.

Study on our beautiful countryside campus, with dedicated resource centres and state-of-the-art facilities – and be a part of our supportive community.

Where Can I Study?

Writtle Campus

Our picturesque 150-hectare campus is situated in the heart of the Essex countryside.

Fees & Funding

Course Fees

Standard Booking

£475

Entry Requirements

You must be 16 years of age or above to join this course, and hold the BHS Stage 1 Care Award.

For all sessions, please come dressed for an equine yard. You're required to attend all riding sessions dressed in appropriate outdoor riding wear, an approved riding hat and gloves. We recommend bringing note-taking equipment with you.