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Equine > Introduction to groundwork and safe horse handling from the ground

Equine
Course Duration

4 weeks

Course Location

Online

Introduction to groundwork and safe horse handling from the ground

The Introduction to groundwork and safe horse handling from the ground course will be delivered completely online over a four week period. This course may run in the future if there is enough interest. Please register your interest to be notified of future dates.

Who is the course for?

This course will provide participants with a good sound knowledge in the scientific principles of animal training coupled with demonstration videos on how to apply that theory when training a horse on the ground. This course is suitable for anyone with an interest in equine training including private owners, small scale breeders, animal welfare officers, leisure riders and non-equine vet or vet nurses.

Course content

The course will cover the following:

  • Horse Behaviour
  • Introduction to Learning Theory
  • Application of Learning Theory
  • Safe Handling from the Ground
Assessment

Knowledge will be assessed using online tests as participants work through the presentations

Cost

This course is free but participants must pre-register by following the link below.

Booking Terms and Conditions

CAFRE Booking terms and conditions are available by clicking here.

Register Interest
Julie McSwiggan

Key Contact

Julie McSwiggan

Julie.McSwiggan@daera-ni.gov.uk