So I saw a post on Facebook regarding a free book on different equine careers – that got me in!  All it required was to go to the Online Horse College website and enter my name and email address to receive it.

So in doing so, I was able to gain a free booklet listing 101 varying horse careers (and gain some ideas for future blog posts!) and find out about an online source that offers courses relating to horses.  If either of these are of interest to you, I encourage you to take a look at the above link 🙂

The horse industry is one that is increasingly recognising qualifications and the time people invest in learning more about horses.  Whether studying for your general knowledge, to gain a job, to keep a job or to look better on paper for your clients, knowing about horse courses available to you online and off is worth it.

Don’t forget, I’m compiling a list of ‘courses for horses‘ around the world.  Why not see what you can study with regards to horses?

“When in doubt, ask a horse.” – author unknown

I was chatting with a friend over the weekend who is considering undertaking a farriery apprenticeship. This covers four years at Northern Melbourne Institute of TAFE.

The thing that is required whilst undertaking an apprenticeship is that a farrier is willing to take the student on over this period of time whilst they’re gaining skills and a qualification. This particular friend has set up with her farrier where he’ll take her on for a 3 month trial prior to enrolling in the apprenticeship.

I think this is a great initiative as it allows potential future farriers to see what they think of farriery as a potential income earner before taking on a 4 year apprenticeship. Perhaps if you’re considering this as a career idea, you could look into a farrier that is willing to offer the same.

“All I need to know in life I leaned from my horse – new shoes are an absolute necessity every 6 weeks.” – Author Unknown

So here’s one for year’s 9 – 12 students that may be interested in a racing, equine nursing or breeding and performance career with horses. On Monday May 27th, there is a free one day event ‘exploring all things equine’ in North East Victoria, Australia.

Educators interested in horses are also invited to come along and find out more regarding careers in the equine industry.

The day commences at the Wangaratta Equine Centre from 8am and concludes at 2.30 at the Benalla Racetrack. Key features of the day include:

• Explore National Centre for Equine Education, GOTAFE Wangaratta Campus and find out about pathways and qualifications in equine, with a focus on the breeding industry
• Visit a local horse training facility and view horses being worked and washed down
• Participate in Benalla Race Day and meet and talk with racing industry professionals in various roles including; thoroughbred trainer, stable foreman, track work riders, race day steward and apprentice jockey
• Chat to young industry professionals about their experiences and journey
• Opportunity following the one day experience to undertake work placement in the equine industry

Those interested are encouraged to contact Kristen Elliot at kristen@gmllen.com.au.  Expressions of interest forms need to be submitted by Monday May 13 and places are limited.

“The essential joy of being with horses is that it brings us in contact with the rare elements of grace, beauty, spirit, and fire.” – Sharon Ralls Lemon