Courses
Short course
- BHS Stage 1 Horse Knowledge & Care Refresher
- BHS Stage 2 Training (Horse Knowledge & Care and Riding)
- OAT Introduction to Lungeing
- NPTC Transportation of Horses by Road (Short Journeys)
- NPTC Transportation of Horses by Road (Long Distance)
- BHS Horse Owners Certificate - Level 1
- Clipping for Beginners Part 1 or Part 2
- BHS Horse Owners Certificate - Level 2
- BHS Horse Owners Certificate - Level 3
- BHS Horse Owners Certificate - Level 4
- OAT Introduction to Equine Sports Massage for Beginners
- OAT How to get your Horse fit for the season
- OAT Show Turnout for Beginners
- BHS Stage 1 Training (Horse Knowledge, Care & Riding)
- BHS Refresher Riding
- BHS Stage 2/SVQ 2 Lungeing
- BHS Riding & Road Safety
- OAT Basic First Aid for Horses
BHS Horse Owners Certificate - Level 1
Introduction
The BHS Horse Owners Certificate is offered at four levels of knowledge with regard to the care and management of the horse, specifically aimed at the first time horse owner, or parent of horse owners. Each level will be assessed in the form of a written paper completed under examination conditions. Last date for application: 27/01/2012
Content
- Â Knowledge of horse types, uses, colours and markings.
- Elementary stable management. and knowledge of care and maintenance required to keep a horse healthy and comfortable in a stable.
- Stable routine and safety in the stable.
- Safe handling of both the horse and equipment necessary for his well-being.
- A knowledge of substances in common use which require particular care and/or storage.
- Identification of tack in common use, naming of the parts , basic care of tack and the ability to take to pieces, inspect for safety, clean and re-assemble.
- Reasons and principles of grooming, knowledge of the items in a grooming kit and their use and basic knowledge of shoeing and care of the foot.
- Recognition of signs of health/ill health and when to call a vet, preventative treatments and a basic knowledge of the need to worm and vaccinate.
- Elementary principles of watering and feeding. Rules of watering and feeding.
- A knowledge of buying a horse, points to look for and the need for a vet to assess the horse before purchase.
- Elementary rules for preparing a horse for a ride; riding out on the road; returning from a ride; riding dress.
Dates 2012
Part 1: Saturday
11 February 10am – 3pm
Part 2: Saturday 25 February 10am – 3pm
Part 3: Saturday 3 March 10am
– 3pm
What to bring
Please wear sturdy boots
Cost
£150
