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Course Overview

The cornerstone of prudent horse ownership and expert stable management is horse care. Whether you own horses for recreation, competition, or employment, you may avoid issues and enhance their quality of life by understanding how to keep them healthy, control their surroundings, and manage daily routines. This CPD-accredited course helps you develop your confidence and ability in caring for these amazing animals by offering helpful, real-world advice on everything from daily stable routines to specialized care.

It’s perfect if you want to work professionally in horse yards and stables or if you want to take better care of your own animals.

Horse Care delivers the essential knowledge that makes daily management safer, more effective, and more rewarding.

Learning Outcomes

  • Gain a clear understanding of stable management principles and best practices in Horse Care.
  • Learn to recognise and maintain the signs of a healthy horse through proactive Horse Care routines.
  • Develop essential skills for nursing the sick horse and providing appropriate supportive care.
  • Understand safe tethering methods and their role in effective Horse Care management.
  • Master pre-purchase vetting knowledge to make informed decisions about horse health and suitability.
  • Learn practical yard work, riding out procedures, and daily handling techniques as part of Horse Care.
  • Explore manure management, travelling horses, and other essential aspects of responsible Horse Care.

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Assesment

After completing all the modules of the course, your learning will be assessed by an automated multiple choice question exam. You can participate in the Mock Exam prior to commence the course completion Final Exam.

Who is this for?

The Stable Management - Horse Care is certified by CPD Qualifications Standards, making it ideal for anyone trying to learn potential professional skills. The course is available for all students regardless of any academic background. No experience or qualification is required.

Why Should You Choose this Course
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At The Animal Care, we’re committed to helping you become more confident, capable, and informed—whether you’re a pet owner or aspiring to work with animals professionally. Our courses are crafted by experts and cover everything from pet behaviour and nutrition to grooming and first aid.

What sets us apart? You’ll receive CPD-accredited certification at no extra cost, along with lifetime access to all your learning materials. This means you can study at your own pace, revisit content anytime, and gain recognised credentials without added fees.

Thousands of learners trust The Animal Care for reliable, up-to-date, and easy-to-follow training that fits into real life. Whether you’re caring for your own dog or cat, or preparing to start a career in animal care, we provide the knowledge and confidence you need to do it well.

Requirements

No previous experience is required to enrol in this course. You can access the course from any kind of e-device anytime, anywhere.

Horse Care & Stable Management Career Path

  • Stable Hand / Senior Groom
    Delivering high-standard daily horse care, stable maintenance, feeding regimes, and basic health monitoring in professional yards.
    Salary: £18,000 – £25,000/year (often with accommodation).
  • Equine Yard Assistant / Stable Manager Assistant
    Supporting the day-to-day running of stables, including staff coordination, horse turnout, record-keeping, and facility upkeep.
    Salary: £20,000 – £27,000/year (frequently includes live-in accommodation).
  • Riding School / Equestrian Centre Stable Manager
    Overseeing stable operations, horse welfare, lesson horse management, and team supervision in a teaching or livery environment.
    Salary: £24,000 – £34,000/year (plus accommodation benefits).
  • Livery Yard Manager
    Managing private or commercial livery yards, handling client relations, pasture management, facility maintenance, and horse care standards.
    Salary: £26,000 – £38,000/year (higher with larger yards).
  • Head Groom / Competition Yard Manager
    Leading care teams for sport or competition horses, organising travel, clipping, fitness programmes, and yard logistics.
    Salary: £25,000 – £40,000/year (often with accommodation and travel perks).
  • Stud Farm / Breeding Yard Manager
    Managing breeding operations, mare and foal care, stable routines, staff leadership, and overall yard health & safety.
    Salary: £28,000 – £45,000+/year (depending on stud size and location).

Course Curriculum

Module 01: Introduction to Stable Management
Introduction to Stable Management 00:08:00
Module 02 : The Healthy Horse
The Healthy Horse 00:12:00
Module 03 : Nursing the Sick Horse
Nursing the Sick Horse 00:14:00
Module 04 : Tethering
Tethering 00:05:00
Module 05 : Pre-purchase Vetting
Pre-purchase Vetting 00:07:00
Module 06 : Yard Work and Riding Out
Yard Work and Riding Out 00:07:00
Module 07 : Manure Management
Manure Management 00:13:00
Module 08 : Travelling Horses
Travelling Horses 00:09:00
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Certification

Once you’ve successfully completed this course, you can obtain the Digital (PDF) Certificate for only £4.99. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post for only £9.99 (FREE POSTAGE). With these affordable pricing on certificates, we’re also offering the PDF Transcript for £2.99.

Also, you can have your printed transcript delivered by post for only £7.99 (FREE POSTAGE). All of our courses are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field. Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.

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Renee W. Johnston

Jan 24, 2025

The final assessment is done today. theanimalcare.org is a useful site. Highly appreciating the exceptional content.

Susan J. Kalinowski

Feb 05, 2025

I found the courses very informative so far. A care is the first platform I am writing a review for. To the newbies- before taking an online course try to gather some info about the provider, a professional platform with top accreditation will be a good choice.

Charles A. Fischer

Jan 24, 2025

Simply amazing. Took few courses during my vacation and all were good. Online courses save time and money.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this course is suitable for beginners. It is designed to guide learners step by step, making it accessible even if you have no prior knowledge or experience. The content starts with foundational concepts and gradually progresses to more detailed topics.

Many of our animal care courses include credentials from recognised institutions or industry partners. While they may not replace formal veterinary qualifications, they are widely respected by employers in animal shelters, kennels, and pet care businesses

This course helps build relevant knowledge and confidence that can support career development, professional upskilling, or personal interest. It is suitable for learners who want to improve their understanding, enhance employability, or gain practical insight related to the subject area.

No previous experience is required. Our beginner-friendly courses are designed for anyone with a passion for working with animals. You’ll gain practical knowledge and confidence through structured, easy-to-follow modules.

Absolutely. Our courses are built to provide real-world skills that employers value. Whether you’re aiming to become a kennel assistant, pet groomer, or animal behaviourist, our programmes help you take the first steps towards a rewarding career in animal care.

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