Horse Care Level 2

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Our Horse Care Level 2 apprenticeship is designed to support people who are entering this industry.  You may have previous experience with horses but still require the skills and knowledge to become fully competent in your career.

Horse care apprentices play a vital role in equine businesses across Wales and England and help ensure the future of this incredible industry.

• The role of a Horse Care level 2 apprentice

  The role is wide-ranging and the mandatory units cover:

  • Cleaning and maintaining stables.
  • Providing feed and water to horses.
  • Carrying out routine care and monitoring the health and well-being of horses.
  • Restraining horses using specified methods.
  • Monitoring and maintaining health and safety.
  • Maintaining and developing personal performance.
  • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.

   

  The apprenticeship can be tailored to different specialisms including riding, non-riding, breeding, and coaching.

   

  All apprentices will be entering professional employment in this popular industry; receiving a contract of employment and being paid in line with the Apprentice National Minimum Wage. Working in the equine industry requires dedication and commitment, as well as, learning and adhering to safe working practices, being flexible and prepared to work in all weather conditions.

• Entry Requirements

  To apply for this apprenticeship you will need to be of school leaver age. There is no upper age limit, however, if you are aged above twenty years old you must have been within your current role no longer than twelve months.

  If a prospective apprentice has worked for more than twelve months in their current role, typically they will be enrolled onto an advanced Level 3 apprenticeship due to their existing knowledge and experience.

  If you are unsure if you can apply, please just contact our friendly team to discuss.

• Maths and English

  Essential Skills are a mandatory part of the apprenticeship programme in Wales.  Maths and English will therefore be included in the delivery of the programme; unless you have already achieved the desired grade.

  For this apprenticeship Essential Skills are taken at Level 1.

  These are split into Communication (English) and Application of Number (maths) qualifications.

  You would be fully prepared for both elements of the Essential Skills by your Trainer-Coach.

• Teaching, learning and assessment

  You will be regularly assessed in the workplace by your Trainer-Coaches, with testimonies from your Employer/Trainer. Case studies, pictures/videos and some written assignments/workbooks may also be used by your Trainer-Coach to check your knowledge and understanding.

• What are the next steps in your career?

  The equine industry is vast. There will be scope to move up the ladder, or across the disciplines, and Haddon Training can support each individual apprentice’s goals.  We have a variety of progression routes available for our apprentices; this could include progressing onto our Horse Care Level 3 apprenticeship to further develop skills. Each assigned Trainer-Coach will be there to help their apprentice decide on the next step that is right for them.

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