BHS Preliminary Teaching of Horse Riding

Qualification type: Certificate Location:
Subject area:
Leisure, Tourism and Retail
Level: 3
Course Code: CR7576-999 Leaflet Number: 593
Awarding body: Equestrian Qualifications Ltd (formerly (EQL)
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Awarding body: 
Equestrian Qualifications Ltd (formerly (EQL)
Qualification type: 
Certificate
Level: 
3
Subject area: 
Leisure, Tourism and Retail
Location: 
External to college

What's the BHS Preliminary Teaching of Horse Riding course about?

This qualification will teach the learner the skills to apply the basic principles of coaching and to improve the rider's horsemanship skills.

The course is made up of the following units:
- Produce lesson plans for the eleven standard lesson topics listed in the syllabus
- Apply the basic principles of teaching and coaching e.g. manner, voice, control etc.
- Learn to be able to improve pupil's positions and horsemanship using a progressive plan.
- Class lessons including poles/jumps, lunge or lead-rein.
- Health and safety procedures involved in organising a lesson or hack in the open or on the roads.
- Evaluation of ones own performance and show the ability to progress their pupils.

The qualification is assessed via written and practical assessments.

What will I be able to do after I've completed this course?

On successful completion of this course the learner will have the opportunity to gain the Level 2 (UKCC Endorsed) Certificate in Coaching by completing a portfolio of evidence. Learners who have already completed their portfolio will be able to progress on to the BHS Intermediate Teaching Test.

What qualifications or experience do I need to do this course?

Applicants must:
- Have successfully completed the Horse Care and Riding Stage 2 (or a recognised qualification, please contact The Manchester College for further details on the qualifications that are accepted)
- Be a minimum age of 18 years
- A Gold Member of the Society

Which qualification will I be awarded if I successfully complete the BHS Preliminary Teaching of Horse Riding course?

EQL Level 3 Certificate in BHS Preliminary Teaching of Horse Riding.

Attendance

Part time (day)

Course length

1 Year(s)

Weeks per year

30

Hours per week

6

As the definition of full time and part time can vary from course to course, please check with the tutor as to the exact number of hours study each week this course will entail.

How much will the course cost me?

You can call our Course Enquiry Team on FREECALL 0800 068 8585 for details of the fees for this course.

How do I apply?

For further information or to apply for a course, contact our Course Enquiry Team on FREECALL 0800 068 8585 or email enquiries@themanchestercollege.ac.uk.

You can also apply on line for the BHS Preliminary Teaching of Horse Riding course.

Please note, the course information on this website is provided as a reference guide only and is subject to change. It is therefore important that you check all course details, including location, timetable, fee, etc, at enrolment as the college operates a no refund policy.