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C&G L2 Extended Certificate in Horse Care

at Sunderland College, Sunderland · college

Level 2Applied and BTECCertificate1 hourFull time

What the college says

This course is a one year, full-time programme and includes 8 mandatory units and 1 optional unit. The course is split equally between practical and theoretical sessions. You can choose riding as an optional unit, however, please note that if you are over 13 stone you may not be able to ride due to our weight limit policy. If you do not want to ride there are other optional units you can choose to complete your qualification, such as care of the competition horse. This course will prepare you for work in a range of businesses, including riding schools, livery yards, welfare charities and will also prepare you for Level 3 progression to equine management. The course includes health and safety, equine health and welfare, feeding and watering, tack and equipment, stable duties, feeding and watering, an introduction to lungeing, handling and grooming and riding on the flat. You will undertake real work experience both at the college yard and in an external placement.

What you need to get on

You will need 4 GCSE's at grade 3-9 including Maths and English.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Sunderland College Bede Campus

    Durham Road Durham Road, Sunderland, SR3 4AH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Sunderland

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