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Certificate in Equine Skills L3

Level of Study

Certificate

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Summary

The purpose of this qualification is to provide the equine industry with individuals who have the skills and knowledge to assist in the stabling, care, and/or exercise of horses in the performance horse sectors of the equine industry.

The qualification is stranded to reflect the specialist skills required to work in the thoroughbred racing industry.

This qualification is for learners who have an interest in the equine industry and wants to gain the skills and knowledge to assist in the stabling, care, and/or exercise of horses in the performance horse sectors of the equine industry.

Graduates will be able to contribute effectively in the workplace at entry-level with limited supervision.​

The programme content includes:

  • -Effective Communication
  • -Daily routine requirements of horses in training.
  • -Respond appropriately to emergencies
  • -Apply trackwork skills
  • -Riding thoroughbred racehorses

Entry criteria

Domestic Students:

Be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident;

Be aged 16 years or older

Hold an NZ Certificate of Equine Skills Level 2;

OR have a basic riding experience and be accessed by Byerley Park staff and have a keen interest in the equine industry, and successfully attend an interview;


International Students:

Students must be 18 plus

Have an NZCEL Level 3 General, Workplace or Academic or IELTS General or Academic score of 5 with no band score lower than 5

Hold an NZ Certificate of Equine Skills Level 2;

OR have a basic riding experience, be accessed by Byerley Park staff, have a keen interest in the equine industry, and successfully attend an interview.


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