Stable Management
Level 3
 
Title of learning programme Stable Management Programme
Programme level 3
Duration of learning programme 11 weeks x 10 hours*
Total number of learning hours per programme 110**

* Unlike traditional schools, colleges or universities, there are no terms, semesters, or specified intake dates for our uniquely flexible distance education courses. Our system of continuous enrolment means that our students can enrol on any day and at any time of the year. This allows our students the freedom to plan their studies to fit in with their lifestyle or work commitments.

** Please note that this is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and also how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each module there is a question paper which needs to be completed and returned to your personal tutor.

Structure
 
Module Module Title
1

Introduction
2

Buying a Horse
3

Conformation
4

Stabling
5

Why Bedding is Necessary
6

The Digestive System and Principles Of Feeding and Watering
7   Feeds
8   Grass Kept Horse and Pasture Management
9   The Skin
10   The Foot and Shoeing
11   Exercise and Conditioning
12 Tack and Biting
13   Blankets, Bandages and Boots
14   Sick Nursing
15   Minor Ailments
16   Unsoundness and Related Minor Ailments
17   Clipping, Trimming and Plaiting
18   Travelling and Care Of The Horse at a Show
 

Learning Outcomes
 

Module 1 – Introduction.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Examine differences between the early and modern horse and discuss various ways of handling horses
LO2   Identify how to catch a horse in the field stable
LO3  

Summarise the following terms:

  • The Near side
  • The Off side
LO4   Describe parts of the bridle and explain how it is put onto the horse
 

Module 2 - Buying a Horse.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Discuss the different factors to take into consideration when buying a horse
LO2   Summarise the following:
  • Filly
  • Mare
  • Yearling
  • Ring
LO3   Introduce the explain the following:
  • A sock
  • Stocking
  • Ermine marks
 

Module 3 - Conformation.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Describe the different parts that constitute the shape of a horse
LO2   Examine the term ‘conformation’ showing how it can affect a horses performance
LO3   Discuss the meaning of ‘brushing’
LO4   Explain what is meant by ‘broken knees’
 

Module 4 - Stabling.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Introduce the various types of stabling and list some bad habits horses can develop
LO2   Summarise the ideal stabling conditions
LO3   Analyse the importance of routine to a horse and rider
LO4   Identify the following vices and give suggested remedies:
  • Kicking and stamping
  • Crib biting
  • Weaving
  • Eating bedding/droppings
  • Halter pulling/running back
 

Module 5 - Why Bedding is Necessary.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Discuss bedding, the types available and the cleaning and managing that is involved
LO2   Examine the following types of bedding:
  • Straw
  • Shavings
  • Paper
LO3   Summarise your understanding of a ‘day bed’
LO4   Evaluate why it is important to manage a muck heap correctly
 

Module 6 - The Digestive System and Principles Of Feeding and Watering.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Examine the passage of food through the horse and introduce feeding and watering processes
LO2   Explain the principles of watering
LO3   Describe the procedure when feeding more than one horse
LO4   Analyse the amount of concentrates that should be fed to a horse measuring 16hh
 
Module 7 - Feeds.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Evaluate the different foodstuffs in each of the groups of feeds
LO2   Summarise how seed hay and meadow hay differ
LO3   Discuss what you must look for when buying hay
LO4   Compare the advantages and disadvantages of feeding oats to horses
 
Module 8 - Grass Kept Horse and Pasture Management.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Define what is required in terms of a paddock for a grass-kept horse and discuss general management procedures
LO2   Summarise what is required in a good grazing paddock
LO3   Explain the importance of worming a grass-kept horse
LO4   Evaluate the meaning of ‘roughing off’
 
Module 9 - The Skin.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Summarise the composition and functions of a horses skin and discuss the various aspects of grooming
LO2   Describe how a horse’s body temperature is regulated by his skin
LO3   Summarise the importance of grooming
LO4   Examine the advantages of wisping
 
Module 10 - The Foot and Shoeing.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Examine the makeup of a horse's foot and the pros and cons of shoeing giving the various methods used
LO2   Evaluate the pros and cons of shoeing
LO3   Explain how you would use the following tools:
  • Driving Hammer
  • Buffer
  • Rasp
LO4   Summarise what shoes you would use for the following horses:
  • A horse to be used for hunting
  • A racehorse
  • A horse being rested on grass
  • A horse that brushes
  • A young horse that forges
 
Module 11 - Exercise and Conditioning.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Describe how exercise and conditioning differ detailing steps to be taken in fittening a horse
LO2   Explain the difference between exercise and conditioning a horse
LO3   Discuss how you would prepare an unfit, grass kept horse ready for competition
 
Module 12 - Tack and Biting.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Discuss in detail the bits, saddles and girths that are used on horses
LO2   Summarise how the cleaning of riding equipment is carried out
LO3   Identify the correct way of fitting a saddle
LO4   Introduce the following saddles and discuss under what circumstances they would be used:All PurposeDressageSide Saddle
 
Module 13 - Blankets, Bandages and Boots.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Analyse how blankets, bandages and boots are important to a horse
LO2   Describe the following rugs and identify when they would be used:
  • Jute Rug
  • New Zealand Rug
  • Sweat Rug
LO3   Examine the 4 principle types of bandages
LO4   Summarise how you would bandage a tail
 
Module 14 - Sick Nursing.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Identify signs of a healthy horse and a sick horse, detailing nursing procedures
LO2   Explain the term ‘fomenting’
LO3   Describe the method you would use to apply a poultice
LO4   Discuss what treatment should be given for Azoturia
 
Module 15 - Minor Ailments.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Introduce common ailments of horses and discuss prevention, treatment and dressings
LO2   List 5 possible reasons for a horse contracting colic
LO3   Describe ways of treating 4 main types of wounds
LO4   Identify the following ailments:
  • COPD
  • Choke
  • Grass Sickness
 
Module 16 - Unsoundness and Related Minor Ailments.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Discuss lameness and examine other common causes of unsoundness and their treatment
LO2   Describe how you would recognise a lame leg
LO3   Identify the following:
  • A Pricked Sole
  • Nail Bind
 
Module 17 - Clipping, Trimming and Plaiting.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Examine clipping, trimming and plaiting, describing the various tools used in these procedures
LO2   Discuss why it is necessary to clip a horse
LO3   Explain how to prepare a horse for clipping
LO4   Analyse the differences between a switch tail and a banged tail
 
Module 18 - Travelling and Care Of The Horse at a Show.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Describe how to prepare a horse for travelling, means of transport and management necessary from beginning to the end of the show
LO2   Examine how important it is to train a horse to travel
LO3   Describe the correct way of loading a horse into a trailer
LO4   Summarise the management of care necessary before, during and after a show

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