Racing Groom
The Racing Groom is an integral part of the team in a racehorse yard.
National Progression Award in Thoroughbred Preparation
This course is designed for current stable staff who want to upskill within the workplace and develop their knowledge of caring for racehorses in a yard environment.
Duration
Full-time or part time*
Cost
Fully funded for most learners - contact us to discuss
Entry Level
Intermediate (includes non-riding option)
Qualification
SCQF Level 5 (equivalent of Level 2)
Dates & Locations
Work Based
Course Content
Thoroughbred Preparation
| Title | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Racehorse Care: Safe Handling of Thoroughbred Horses | 5 | 1 |
| Racehorse Care: Preparation for Ridden Work (Tack and Equipment) | 5 | 1 |
| Horse Care: Equitation 2 - I2(FV9W11) (1.0) Or Horse Care: Equitation 3 - H(FV9X12) (1.0) | 5 | 1 |
| Personal Wellbeing and Exercise - I2() (1.0) | 5 | 1 |
| Escort Racehorses to Race Meetings | 5 | 1 |
* This qualification will be completed in your own time with support from an SRA member of staff and assessed in the workplace.
The purpose of this qualification is to provide the candidates with an understanding of the principles for preparing thoroughbred horses for riding and subsequent riding activities and how these principles can be applied in practice. The course will introduce the learner to a variety of equipment they will need to understand, apply and manage. Throughout this qualification the emphasis will be on safe working and skills required for initial employment in the racing industry. All of these qualifications have been developed in consultation with Scottish trainers
Apply for this course
If you are interested in applying for this course please submit the contact form below.