Advanced Intermediate Certificate in Horse Care

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Gain an industry-recognised advanced certificate in horse care. Learn essential skills in equine health, grooming, and horse enterprise management through a flexible, online program.

NZ$2,678

inc GST

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Online study

Flexible online learning from anywhere

It will take a total of 6 months

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Master horse grooming

Learn advanced techniques to keep horses looking their best, both for show and for everyday care.

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Understand horse health management

Gain knowledge of equine health, disease prevention, and daily care routines to ensure horse wellbeing.

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Event and transport management

Develop skills to organise horse events and manage horses effectively during travel.

What You're Signing Up For

The Advanced Intermediate Certificate in Horse Care from The Career Academy AU is designed for those passionate about horses and seeking in-depth, practical skills. Covering grooming, health management, care during travel, and equine event management, the course prepares students for hands-on roles in the equine industry. Graduate with a respected, industry-accredited qualification and benefit from unlimited tutor support and career coaching services.

Course Content

  • Blankets, Bandages and Boots
  • Managing the Health of Horses
  • Clipping, Trimming and Plaiting
  • Traveling and Care of the Horse Away from Home
  • Organising and Managing a Horse Event
  • Managing a Horse Enterprise
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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Animal Care

  • Equine Industry

  • Agriculture

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Horse-event Logistics Coordinator (assistant)

  • Competition Stable Manager (junior)

  • Equine Health Monitoring Technician

  • Horse-transport Operations Assistant

  • Sales Prep Groom for Auctions

  • Equestrian Centre Event Staff

  • Equine Business Administration Aide

  • Trail-ride Program Coordinator (assistant)

  • Equine Insurance Claims Support Clerk

  • Horse-enterprise Marketing Assistant

The Career Academy

The Career Academy is here to transform your future. As an internationally recognised online education provider, they partner with industry to deliver courses that are practical, flexible, and designed to get results. With expert tutors, a 4.8/5 star student rating, and graduates in New Zealand, Australia, Ireland and the UK, The Career Academy has already helped over 25,000 learners each year gain the skills, confidence, and qualifications to take their next step. You could be next.