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How to become a equine professional

Cares for, trains and manages horses in yards, studs and riding centres.

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After GCSEs

Equine / Horse Management (level 3 diploma) College course: leads straight into this work
Equine groom apprenticeship Apprenticeship: leads straight into this work
A-levels at sixth form Sixth form: a step towards the routes below
Animal Management (level 3 diploma) College course: a step towards the routes below

After sixth form or college

Equine Science Degree

With A-levels: No specific subjects required. Helpful: Biology, Physical Education. Typical: BBC–CCC.
With a BTEC or college diploma: Needs BTEC Equine / Horse Management or BTEC Animal Management. Typical: MMM or above.