Equine Studies Level 3

About this Equine Studies Level 3 Course

This Equine Studies Level 3 course is perfect for anyone that works with, or cares for their own, horses. Each unit covers an aspect of horse care to give a strong knowledge of horse biology, ownership, stabling and hacking, exercise needs, equine health and foaling. Upon completion, students will have a well-rounded knowledge of horses and the requirements of looking after these animals.

Study Time:	100 hours
Enrolment length:	12 months
Course Format:	Online
Entry Requirements:	None Specific

Upon completion of this course students receive a Quality Licence Scheme certificate and an OLC Certificate. All certification fees are included in your course fees.

Equine Studies Level 3 Certification

To complete this Equine Studies Level 3 course you will need to submit, and pass, all of the tutor marked assignments. There are six assignments in the course and no need to purchase any textbooks as we provide all of the lessons and materials required to learn the syllabus. All assignments are coursework based and are in an essay/question and answer style to test your knowledge of the topics covered in each of the course sections.

Course Content

This course assesses the following units:

Unit 1 – Biology of the horse

This unit explores the evolution and domestication of the horse throughout the years, and looks at the equine body, from the skeleton to key joints and muscles which allow movement at speed. It demonstrates how a horse’s heart plays an important role in performance, how the hooves act as a means of blood circulation, and how teeth give insight into a horse’s age and history through evolution. It also looks at the healthy horse — the signs an animal is in good health, and conversely what to look for in a horse in poor condition.

Unit 2 – Buying and owning a horse

This unit runs through the day-to-day maintenance of owning a horse, teaching the elements of a grooming kit and how to use them, how to interpret the body language of a horse, and essential knowledge such as stabling and feeding. The unit also explores the equine colour spectrum, and how genetics determine the potential colour of a foal, as well as looking into the many breeds and their suitability.

Unit 3 – Turning out, stabling and tack

This unit explains the dangers of poisonous plants and how to spot them, as well as what to look for when selecting a pasture for a horse. The unit also demonstrates the variety of equipment used in the equine industry, from saddles and bridles to the clothing of the everyday rider, and how to maintain a happy horse through stable upkeep and enrichment.

Unit 4 – Exercising and training

Unit 4 explores the gaits of a horse, from the walk to the gallop, and breed-specific gaits such as the tölt. It demonstrates the correct way to mount and dismount a horse, as well as the safest manner in which to lead a horse from the ground. This unit offers insight into the cues given from rider to horse, how to transition correctly between gaits when in the saddle, and how to progress into extending or collecting gaits when training. It also explores the uses of lunging, the equipment needed for a successful training session, and their purposes.

Unit 5 – Equine health

This unit focuses on health conditions commonly seen in horses, from the more serious disorders to parasite infections. The unit describes symptoms to watch out for, such as the depression and rolling seen with colic, and the ways in which these diseases may be treated by a veterinarian. It explores different categorisations of disease, for example the three subgroups of lymphangitis, and explains the effect these diagnoses have on the prognosis of the afflicted animal.

Unit 6 – Foaling

Unit 6 explores the reproductive cycle of the horse, from conception to the three trimesters of pregnancy, and the birth of a foal. It demonstrates what to look for when observing a birth, and warning signs that something may be wrong. This unit shares the ways in which a body condition score can be used to determine whether a mare’s pregnancy is progressing safely, and how the weight of a horse affects fertility — including the natural changes that can be expected as an unborn foal grows.

Online study and instant enrolment

All of our students are given access to our Online Campus through their own personal login and password. As soon as you complete your enrolment, you would have immediate access to your account which allows you to make a start working through the lessons. Tackle your assignments as your own pace and contact your tutor to access any help and support you need. The course itself is set out in a very simple layout, making it easy to work through the topics and complete your assessments.

Our Online Campus includes:

• Instant enrolment – access everything on your course from the moment you enrol.
• Personal account logins – login any time, 24/7.
• Full support throughout – message your tutor, use our online chat or give us a call.
• Online assignment submissions – upload work online from the comfort of home.
• Self-led learning – study at your own pace so you can pass much faster.
• Safe e-portfolio system – store all of your work in your account.
• Progression tracking – easily see what assignments you have left to complete.
• Details help centre – get instructions and guidance every step of the way.
• Unlimited attempts – submit as many attempts at your assignments as you need.

Unlimited assessment submissions

All of the assessments for this course are completed through our Online Campus. You can attempt each one as many times as needed to ensure you pass. After every attempt, your tutor will provide detailed feedback and tips on how you can improve going forward. Quickly see your progress during your studies by checking your progress bar and seeing the remaining assessments you need to complete.

Get full tutor support

Throughout your enrolment with the Online Learning College, you can access support at any time you need. All students are assigned a personal tutor who will mark all of your work and provide detailed feedback after every submission. Your tutor will be an industry expert with a full knowledge of the course content and will be able to help you at any point along your learning journey. One of the best tools at your disposal is your tutor – you can ask as many questions of them as you wish to and they will be happy to help at any time.

We also have a brilliant support team on hand and available through email, online chat and over the phone. This team is there to help with any questions which are more generic, such as providing support in submitting work through your account or getting your certificate when you have completed your course. We pride ourselves on ensuring the support you receive is the best in the business – help and guidance is fast and detailed every time you contact a member of the team.

Assessments

To pass this course learners must pass 6 assignments. These are completed after navigating through the corresponding lessons and writing your answers to assignment questions. Once these have been read and marked by your personal tutor, feedback and marks are provided to students which contain helpful tips to improve work in future assignments.

Enrolment Length

All of our courses are allocated plenty of time for students to complete their studies and all materials are self-led so that you can complete the course at your own pace, but you have access to the course on the Campus for 12 months from your enrollment date. Should you require additional time on one of our courses you can extend your enrolment by 30 days for an additional fee of £60. As well as this we operate a 14 day money back guarantee on every one of our qualifications- that’s how confident we are of how you will love studying with us!