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BACKGROUND:
Employers in the horse world value experience
and practical ability and skills more than theoretical knowledge.
There are a number of Universities, Agricultural Colleges
and Technical Colleges that offer combined courses including
training for these certificates. The riding and the practical
stable experience is generally offered only on a part-time
basis. Consequently, it is not possible either to attain the
level of riding ability and experience or the essential practical
experience in stable management and horse care which is sought
after by employers. In our training, the greatest emphasis
is placed on riding and the practical aspects of horse care.
These
courses are suitable for those wanting to work with horses
as well as those who would just like to stretch their skills
and knowledge in Horsemanship and use the examinations purely
as personal measures of achievement. They are popular with
those wanting to use the time between leaving school and going
on to College or University.
The
YRC has been preparing students for a career with horses since
1963 and so has full knowledge of the attributes that employers
will be seeking. The training covers not only the requirements
as laid down in the syllabi but also in the practical application
of tasks more frequently sought by employers. Personal development
and improvement of inter-personal and communication skills
are other aspects of the course that make students who have
trained with us highly sought after by employers from this
country and abroad. The main career opportunities are in training
horses, teaching, yard management and grooming.
The
BRITISH HORSE SOCIETY,
through a progressive examination system, offers certificates
in Teaching, Horse Knowledge and Care and Riding at various
levels. These certificates are recognised worldwide. We are
also able to train those wanting to take exams with other
Associations or Societies, (e.g. Pony Club, A.B.R.S., N.V.Q.)
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