Advanced Equine Studies

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Have you always loved horses and wanted to have a career working with them? Do you like caring for animals and ensuring their health and wellbeing is of a high standard? The equine industry is perfect for individuals passionate about the welfare of horses.

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Course details

This certificate has been created by industry experts to equip you with all the skills required to work in a professional vet clinic. It is delivered online to suit your lifestyle and allow you to study at your own pace.

Where You Could Work

Horse Breeder
Horse Owner
Horse Trainer
Agistment Manager
Stable Manager
Horse Groomer
Equine Vet Assistant

Course Modules

This course is comprised of 4 modules:

01

Horse Care

Topics that will be covered in the Horse Care I module include:

Horse Psychology and Handling
Buying a Horse
Conformation
The Digestive System and Principles of Feeding and Watering
Grass Kept Horse and Pasture Management
Grooming
Industry Applications

02

Animal Welfare

Explore the full spectrum of animal welfare — covering animal psychology and sentience, managing animal welfare, animal protection services, animal health services, welfare for pets, animals in sport, farm animal welfare and wildlife welfare including habitat management and marine conservation.

03

Equine Behaviour

Topics that will be covered in the Equine Behaviour module include:

Influences and Motivation
Genetics and Behaviour
Perception and Behaviour
Communication and Social Behaviour
Sexual and Reproductive Behaviour
Learning and Training
Behavioural Problems

04

Breeding Horses

Topics that will be covered in the Breeding Horses module include::

Why Breed Horses?
Mare Anatomy
Stallion Anatomy
Managing the Arrival and Departure of the Horse at the Stud
Pre-natal Growth
Care of the Pregnant Mare
General Newborn Care
Introduction to Fertility

05

Equine Behaviour

Topics that will be covered in the Equine Behaviour module include:

Influences and Motivation
Genetics and Behaviour
Perception and Behaviour
Communication and Social Behaviour
Sexual and Reproductive Behaviour
Learning and Training
Behavioural Problems

ASSESSMENT & CREDENTIAL

How you are assessed

Assessment is competency-based and completed progressively throughout the course. Each module concludes with a short knowledge quiz designed to assess your understanding of equine health, nutrition, behaviour, stable management, and horse welfare.

Throughout the course, students complete practical and scenario-based assignments that demonstrate their ability to apply equine management principles in real-world situations. Assessments are reviewed by an experienced tutor, who provides detailed written feedback and guidance where further improvement is required.

Upon successful completion of all course assessments, students are awarded the Advanced Equine Studies certificate issued by Careers Collective, together with a comprehensive unit transcript. The certificate is endorsed by the International Approval and Registration Centre (IARC), recognising that the course meets internationally recognised vocational education standards.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Open to all students

No specific entry requirements are needed to enrol in Advanced Equine Studies. This course is ideal for horse owners, equine enthusiasts, stable staff, aspiring equine professionals, and anyone wishing to expand their knowledge of horse care, management, and the equine industry. No previous equine qualifications or practical experience are required to begin.

Students should be at least 16 years of age and have a working level of English language proficiency sufficient to complete written coursework and communicate with their tutor. A reliable computer and internet connection is required to access the online learning platform. The course is delivered entirely online, allowing students to study at their own pace.

Modules

Specialist Learning Areas

The Advanced Equine Studies course provides students with comprehensive knowledge of horse care, management, welfare, and the equine industry. Throughout the course, students will explore the following specialist learning areas:

Equine Anatomy & Physiology

Develop an understanding of horse anatomy, body systems, movement, and how physiology influences performance, health, and wellbeing.

Horse Health & Welfare

Learn to recognise common health conditions, disease prevention strategies, vaccination programs, first aid principles, and best practices for maintaining horse welfare.

Equine Nutrition

Explore the nutritional requirements of horses at different life stages, feed management, pasture nutrition, supplements, and feeding programs for health and performance.

Horse Behaviour & Handling

Understand equine behaviour, body language, learning theory, safe handling techniques, and methods for building trust and reducing stress.

Stable & Pasture Management

Gain practical knowledge of stable design, hygiene, pasture maintenance, fencing, environmental management, and daily horse care routines.

Breeding & Reproductive Management

Learn the fundamentals of equine breeding, reproductive health, foaling management, and responsible breeding practices.

Performance & Conditioning

Explore fitness programs, exercise planning, injury prevention, rehabilitation principles, and conditioning techniques for horses used in sport and recreation.

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Course overview

Payment options

This course can be paid off through an interest free payment plan for $25 per week. It also qualifies for a discount for upfront payments.

Course duration

This course is made up of 5 in-depth modules. The amount of study time required to complete this course is approximately 500 hours of study, approximately 30 weeks. There is an option to reduce modules from this program to suit your needs.

Tutor support

You are studying online – but you are not studying alone. Our tutor support service comes with all of our courses and is available to you 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Certification

A Certificate of attainment will be issued upon completion of your course.

24/7 Access

Online 24/7 access to your course allowing you to fit your study in with your schedule.

Your Investment

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From $25/week

Interest-free. Total cost $1,950.

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$1,560

One-time payment. Save $390.

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