{"id":1447,"date":"2014-08-11T16:40:58","date_gmt":"2014-08-11T15:40:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/..\/?page_id=1447"},"modified":"2026-04-15T16:39:59","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T15:39:59","slug":"pathway-to-equine","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.reaseheath.ac.uk\/pathway-to-equine\/","title":{"rendered":"Pathway to Equine"},"content":{"rendered":"<div  class='flex_column av-33uy93-29ebb5aa6502e0a6340bb40e29f26825 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_one_full  avia-builder-el-first  first flex_column_div  '     ><div  class='avia-button-wrap av-69tqvb-aa44a387ab68a95ff58c0b825d09756d-wrap avia-button-center  avia-builder-el-1  avia-builder-el-no-sibling '>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-69tqvb-aa44a387ab68a95ff58c0b825d09756d\">\n#top #wrap_all .avia-button.av-69tqvb-aa44a387ab68a95ff58c0b825d09756d{\nbackground-color:#045c93;\nborder-color:#045c93;\ncolor:#ffffff;\ntransition:all 0.4s ease-in-out;\n}\n<\/style>\n<a href='https:\/\/onlineapps.reaseheath.ac.uk\/webenrolment.aspx?page=additional\/checkout_directapply.ascx&amp;OfferingID=83252'  class='avia-button av-69tqvb-aa44a387ab68a95ff58c0b825d09756d av-link-btn avia-icon_select-no avia-size-large avia-position-center'  ><span class='avia_iconbox_title' >September 2026 - Apply Here<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<div  class='flex_column av-az1sn-3f56155b19b9a8cce320d09bdb864e88 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-2  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_hr  first flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-kjp6t3-950d5ec72af76a82832f9e4210001426 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2><i>Pathway to Equine<\/i><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-ipluxz-ec92ac03c6fd7595b59068eeff25832c '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>This course introduces you to the\u00a0basics of horse care. It\u2019s a great\u00a0stepping stone for people who are\u00a0keen to work with horses, but don\u2019t\u00a0have previous experience.<\/p>\n<p>Our expert staff will help you learn skills in handling horses, grooming and general horse care. There&#8217;ll also be opportunities to learn about stable management, ride the mechanical horse and take part in college competitions.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-hjvl5j-5f38ec656b39d092b6f12f25f44ef456\">\n#top .hr.hr-invisible.av-hjvl5j-5f38ec656b39d092b6f12f25f44ef456{\nheight:5px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='hr av-hjvl5j-5f38ec656b39d092b6f12f25f44ef456 hr-invisible  avia-builder-el-5  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_tab_container '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><br \/>\n<div  class='tabcontainer av-gc35lz-376826a028bd040aa4ed0d4a51840c45 top_tab  avia-builder-el-6  el_after_av_hr  avia-builder-el-last ' role='tablist'>\n<section class='av_tab_section av_tab_section av-4rkxxz-9171327c634e6b7d1a04e357fdb6b408'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='tab active_tab' role='tab' tabindex='0' data-fake-id='#tab-id-1' aria-controls='tab-id-1-content'  itemprop=\"headline\" >Course includes <\/div><div id='tab-id-1-content' class='tab_content active_tab_content' aria-hidden=\"false\"><div class='tab_inner_content invers-color'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p><strong>What will I study?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>City and Guilds Certificate in Land-Based Studies (Level 1)<\/li>\n<li>Grooming skills<\/li>\n<li>You will complete 60 hour work experience<\/li>\n<li>Career Ready<\/li>\n<li>English and Maths (Functional Skills\/GCSE) based on prior attainment and initial assessment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Programme intent<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This <span data-teams=\"true\">programme is designed for students who aspire to work in the equine industry. Students gain the knowledge, practical skills, and professional behaviours needed to progress academically or into employment within the sector.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>This programme is underpinned by the four pillars of Preparation for Adulthood (PfA):<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Employment<\/strong>: Developing sector-specific skills, understanding workplace expectations, and preparing for careers in equine care and management.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Independent Living<\/strong>: Building responsibility, safe working practices, and practical life skills applicable in both personal and professional contexts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Community Participation<\/strong>: Engaging with peers, staff, and equine enterprises to contribute positively to projects and activities.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Health &amp; Wellbeing<\/strong>: Promoting awareness of personal safety, equine welfare, and maintaining healthy routines.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-teams=\"true\">This programme supports students in building a strong foundation for progression, whether into further study at Level 2, vocational training, or entry-level roles in the equine industry, while fostering personal growth, confidence, and practical competence.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>What modules will I study?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Safe and effective Working Practices in the Land-Based Industries<\/li>\n<li>Feeding and watering of animals<\/li>\n<li>Assist with the preparation for the exercise and aftercare of horses<\/li>\n<li>Maintain the health of horses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>How long will it take?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Your study programme will be for the full academic year and your days of study will be for 3 full days per week<\/li>\n<li>1 year, full-time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>What qualifications do I need to start?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-teams=\"true\">No requirement for entry qualifications but should be working at Entry 3 maths and English as a minimum<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-teams=\"true\">Relevant practical experience desirable but not essential<\/span><\/li>\n<li>You will have at least one interview and an assessment of your literacy and numeracy and support needs before you are offered a place<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>What qualifications will I gain?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>City and Guilds Level 1 Certificate in Land-Based Studies (Equine)<\/li>\n<li>English and Maths (Functional Skills\/GCSE) based on prior attainment and initial assessment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Course options after this programme<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"Level 2 Extended Certificate in Horse Care\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reaseheath.ac.uk\/further-education\/courses\/equine\/level-2-technical-cert-horse-care\/\">Level 2 Technical Certificate in Horse Care<\/a><\/li>\n<li><span data-teams=\"true\">Other Level 2 programmes across the college (depending upon English &amp; Maths grades)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Apprenticeships in Horse Care\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reaseheath.ac.uk\/further-education\/courses\/equine\/horse-care-apprenticeships\/\">Apprenticeship in Horse Care<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Next Steps in Land-Based Studies<\/li>\n<li>Employability Pathway<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Career options<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Assistant groom at riding school or livery yard<\/li>\n<li>Groom or assistant groom across a range of equine establishments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_tab_section av_tab_section av-2lusx3-40aa68a13fb505c44f32cb23f0fff497'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='tab' role='tab' tabindex='0' data-fake-id='#tab-id-2' aria-controls='tab-id-2-content'  itemprop=\"headline\" >Rider Assessment Policy<\/div><div id='tab-id-2-content' class='tab_content' aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class='tab_inner_content invers-color'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>The purpose and intention of this policy is to uphold animal welfare and the health and safety of riders and horses.<\/p>\n<p>Riding is an optional unit and is not a compulsory element of our equine courses. If students do not wish to ride this will not affect their qualification and they will undertake different units.<\/p>\n<p>Reaseheath Equestrian Centre sources horses from a range of situations, for example, from charities, trekking centres, student or staff owned horses and privately owned horses. The college own a limited number of the horses on site. Horses generally come to the college on a livery or loan basis to give students a wide variety of high quality, industry relevant horses to train with and to ride. This pool of horses does fluctuate each academic year.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reaseheath.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Reaseheath-Equestrian-Centre-Rider-Assessment-Policy-May-2021.pdf\">Please click here to download and read the full policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_tab_section av_tab_section av-f2apz-765b15d186e872823a8f8bf06b24373b'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='tab' role='tab' tabindex='0' data-fake-id='#tab-id-3' aria-controls='tab-id-3-content'  itemprop=\"headline\" >Your Reaseheath experience<\/div><div id='tab-id-3-content' class='tab_content' aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class='tab_inner_content invers-color'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p><strong>Accommodation <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>At Reaseheath we have on-site residential accommodation for up to 1,000 students. If you are aged over 16 and studying on a full-time course you may apply for a residential place.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.reaseheath.ac.uk\/further-education\/studying-at-reaseheath\/living-at-reaseheath\/\">Click here to find out all about living at Reaseheath<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Transport <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We offer a high-quality college bus service which collects over 1,400 students every day from across Cheshire and surrounding areas. This makes getting to Reaseheath easy, safe and affordable for all of our students.<\/p>\n<p>For more information and to find a list of our bus routes, prices and to apply for your bus pass, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reaseheath.ac.uk\/further-education\/studying-at-reaseheath\/transport\/\">visit the transport page on our website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Student life <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Outside of lessons, you\u2019ll have lots of opportunity to enjoy student life. We have a lively programme of social events, such as go-karting, cinema trips and our popular \u2018Thursday Social\u2019, as well as our annual Summer Ball. If you are looking to take up a sport, develop a skill or make new friends, you can use the college gym, get involved in the college\u2019s charity fundraising events, complete your Duke of Edinburgh Award or sign-up to one of our many clubs and societies. From creative arts to conservation, photography to badminton and even jujitsu, there really is something for everyone! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reaseheath.ac.uk\/further-education\/studying-at-reaseheath\/student-life\/\">Click here to find out about everything you can get involved in<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_tab_section av_tab_section av-2n23k7-4055bb2d1094e6c0345b625d8d6c1784'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='tab' role='tab' tabindex='0' data-fake-id='#tab-id-4' aria-controls='tab-id-4-content'  itemprop=\"headline\" >Useful information<\/div><div id='tab-id-4-content' class='tab_content' aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class='tab_inner_content invers-color'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p><strong>Choosing the right course for you<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We offer a number of routes within each level to suit individual needs. You can apply for the course level based on your GCSEs or equivalent qualifications.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.reaseheath.ac.uk\/further-education\/choosing-the-right-course-for-you\/\">Find out more here<\/a>\u00a0or at one of our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.reaseheath.ac.uk\/further-education\/experience\/\">course open events<\/a>\u00a0and taster days.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How much will this course cost?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you are under 19 on 31st August of the same year you intend to start your course, the tuition fees and exam costs are free for our courses. If you are aged 19 or over you may have to pay a fee.<\/p>\n<p>You may also be required to pay costs associated with study tours or additional qualifications.<\/p>\n<p>For more information on fees and to find out about what financial support may be available to you\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.reaseheath.ac.uk\/further-education\/studying-at-reaseheath\/fees-and-funding\/\">visit the student finance pages on our website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How do I apply? <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you have found a course you are interested in and are in Year 11 or above you can\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.reaseheath.ac.uk\/further-education\/courses\/how-to-apply\/\">apply online<\/a>, applications open on 1st October in the academic year before you are due to start. 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