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Course code: XMZU303P
Subject area: Equine Studies
Study level: Apprenticeship
Course level: 2
Course time:
09:00 - 17:00
Days of week:
Various
Course date:
1st Aug 2024 - 31st Jul 2025
Course location:
Off SiteHorse Care and Welfare:• Daily care routines for breeding horses (feeding, grooming, mucking out)• Recognising signs of health and reproductive issues• Handling and restraint techniques specific to breeding horses
Breeding Management:• Understanding the breeding cycle and reproductive anatomy• Assisting with breeding procedures (natural cover, artificial insemination)• Managing stallions, mares, and foals
Foaling and Neonatal Care:• Monitoring pregnant mares and recognising signs of foaling• Assisting with foaling and providing post-natal care• Basic foal health care and handling
Stable Management and Facility Operations:• Maintaining cleanliness and organisation in breeding stables• Tack cleaning and maintenance• Record-keeping for breeding and foaling activities
Health and Safety in Breeding Operations:• Implementing safe working practices around breeding horses• Understanding biosecurity measures• Responding to emergencies and providing basic equine first aid