Equine Studies

Equine Studies follows the Equine Qualifications Authority of South Africa (EQASA) syllabus. Modules 1 to 3 cover all aspects of horse care and stable yard management. The modules are progressively studied and assessed; a successful learner at Module 3 will be qualified to run a stable yard.

Admission requirements

National Senior Certificate

Modules 1-3

Module 1: EQASA: Professional Groom
Entry level subjects on horse handling, use and care of equipment in general use. Learning about the horse’s natural life style, actions and reactions.

Module 2: EQASA Certificate: Professional Head Groom
Building on the first module, with more in-depth knowledge required. Learning the symptoms and signs of ill/good health in an equine. Lunging a trained horse for exercise. A comprehensive knowledge of all equipment in common use including a double bridle.

Module 3: EQASA Certificate: Professional Stable Yard Manager
Many of the subjects that were incorporated together in the previous modules now become ‘stand-alone’ subjects. An in-depth understanding of conformation, horse health, hoof care, feeding and diet and business management is required.  There is a written General Knowledge paper at this level in which learners must demonstrate understanding of equine terminology as well as stable yard construction.  Learners must have a valid Level 1 First Aid Certificate.

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