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BHSQ Level 2 Diploma in BHS Horse Knowledge and Care


Qualification Level: 2


Total Qualification Time:

413 hours (of which 301 are Guided Learning Hours)


Qualification purpose

By successfully completing this qualification learners will be able to care for stabled and grass-kept horses, under regular but not constant supervision. Learners will develop their knowledge of how to care for horses.
This qualification is broken down into two smaller qualifications, please see the specification for further details:

  • BHSQ Level 2 Certificate in Horse Care (TQT – 298, GLH – 218)
  • BHSQ Level 2 Award in the Principles of Horse Care (TQT – 115, GLH – 83)

Who is this qualification for?

This qualification is for learners looking to begin their career as an assistant groom. Learners may be seeking employment in the industry or are already employed and are seeking career advancement. Learners may progress to this qualification after completing the BHS Stage 1 Care award or BHSQ/BHS equivalent. Please refer to entry requirements at unit level.
This qualification is also available to learners at the appropriate level who have industry experience and/or hold non-BHS equine qualifications. To enter they will apply via the BHS RPCL or RPEL direct entry process


Age range

This qualification is available to learners who are 16 years and above.


What could this qualification lead to?

Learners completing this qualification could access roles in areas such as:

  • Assistant groom
  • Yard assistant

Employment in these roles could be in a variety of equestrian environments including; riding schools, competition yards (any discipline), livery yards, private yards, studs, racing yards, police and military, and welfare or veterinary centres.

 

This qualification offers progression to level 3 awards, please contact The BHS for further information.

 

To download the qualification specification click here.

 

For more information about this qualification please visit the BHS website.