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Level 1

1st4sport Level 1 Diploma in Work Based Racehorse Care and Riding

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This qualification will be withdrawn from 1st January 2025

Learners are still able to be registered up until that date, and any learner on the programme prior to the registration expiration date will have the full duration of the qualification registration period to complete and be certificated.

Codes

Qualification number
601/4977/2
SFA/LAD funding code
601/4977/2

Learners

Required age
14 +

Learning hours

Guided learning hours
508
Total qualification hours
572

Key dates

Operational start date
22/10/2014
Qualification review date
31/01/2025
Certification end date
31/01/2026

Overview

The 1st4sport Level 1 Diploma in Work Based Racehorse Care and Riding is perfect for learners who are passionate about working with horses.

They will gain the knowledge, confidence and skills required to care for and ride horses, as well as to carry out general stable management routines under supervision, enabling them to grow their skills with appropriate support on hand to guide their development and answer any questions.

This will give them a sound foundation for seeking work in the industry, as well as for future learning and development.

This qualification is supported by the BHA as the trade association and employers for horseracing in the UK.

Gives learners the knowledge, confidence, and skills to care for and ride horses under supervision and carry out general stable management routines

Qualification Progression

The learner will also be able to progress onto the 1st4sport Level 2 Diploma in Work Based Racehorse Care.

Achievement of this qualification will help learners progress to the following job roles:

  • Stable Staff
  • Yard worker

Level 1

1st4sport Level 1 Diploma in Work Based Racehorse Care and Riding

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