ASSOCIATE DIPLOMA IN EQUINE STUDIES VAG009

   

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Equine Studies Diploma Home Study Course

" My time with ACS has been extremely beneficial... and I would recommend the school to anyone seeking to study by Distance Education"
- Victor, studying Adv. Certificate in Applied Management (Horses)

Many equine businesses are run in conjunction with other farming or animal based enterprises.

  • This comprehensive course allows students to study horses in conjunction with other farm  animals, to assist in developing both business integration and business diversity.
  • The course will engage you the many different facets of running an equine facility, service or farm.
  • You will learn how to care for horses and other farm animals, manage events, and develop marketing plans.All of which are necessary in order to run a successful equine farm, combined farm, or equine event facility.
  • Particular emphasis is given to learning event management principles and developing the skills to plan, initiate, host and evaluate a successful event in the equine industry.

    The following modules provide foundation knowledge for the Associate Diploma in Equine Studies.

Animal Anatomy And Physiology (Animal Husbandry I ) BAG101
Animal Health Care VAG100
Farm Management BAG104
Horse Care I BAG102
Research Project I BGN102
Workshop I BGN103
Animal Feed & Nutrition (Animal Husbandry III) BAG202
Animal Health (Animal Husbandry II) BAG201
Equine Behaviour BAG216
Event Management BRE209
Horse Care II BAG204
Pasture Management BAG212
Sustainable Agriculture BAG215
Animal Breeding BAG301
Horse Care III BAG302

 

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Equine Studies Distance Learning Course

An in depth qualification for anyone wanting a career working with horses

 

A foundation qualification for a career at management or technician level in the equine industry. Graduates may find employment opportunities in any horse industry establishment including stables, stud farms, riding schools, veterinary practices, equine supply and service organisations and companies, event management or race courses.

* Accredited by International Accreditation and Recognition Council.
* Provides advance standing (credits) in higher qualifications (including Advanced Diplomas and Degrees) with Warnborough College (UK & Ireland), Australian Correspondence Schools, and an international network of A.C.S affiliated colleges.