Work Based Diplomas
Work based diplomas replaced National Vocational Qualifications (NVQ's) in England, Wales and Northern Ireland from 1st January 2011. Assessment takes place either in the work-place or in an approved assessment location on a continuous basis.
EQL Level 1 Diploma in Work Based Horse Care
This qualification has been developed by the equine industry to replace NVQ Level 1 in Horse Care for the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) and has been developed from the equine National Occupational Standards. This qualification is available to candidates over the age of 14 years and specifically aimed at those between the age of 14 – 19 years. Candidates over the age of 19 years may be looking to re-train and develop basic skills in horse care to provide an alternative career.
This qualification will offer the learner a sound foundation which will provide them with the knowledge and skills to progress into employment and future learning and development. Holders of this qualification should be able to obtain work as a groom and yard worker on any equine establishment as they should possess the skills and knowledge required to care for horses under supervision and to carry out general stable management routines.
Competence at this level will involve candidates demonstrating skills and applying knowledge that they are able to carry out a basic range of routine tasks related to the care and use of horses under supervision. Assessment is carried out through continuous assessment at the candidate’s place of work or at an approved assessment site.
The qualification is made up of 10 practical units and 10 principle units, covering the knowledge-based elements of the practical delivery. When credited to candidates, these will be a valuable guide to their ability to carry out a particular task in a stable yard or stud. It is desirable that candidates should obtain the majority of their training and assessment in the workplace. There are also 4 additional units, which do not form part of the qualification but are available to candidates who have an interest in achieving some basic riding units.
This qualification has been developed by the equine industry to replace NVQ Level 1 in Horse Care for the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) and has been developed from the equine National Occupational Standards. This qualification is available to candidates over the age of 14 years and specifically aimed at those between the age of 14 – 19 years. Candidates over the age of 19 years may be looking to re-train and develop basic skills in horse care to provide an alternative career.
This qualification will offer the learner a sound foundation which will provide them with the knowledge and skills to progress into employment and future learning and development. Holders of this qualification should be able to obtain work as a groom and yard worker on any equine establishment as they should possess the skills and knowledge required to care for horses under supervision and to carry out general stable management routines.
Competence at this level will involve candidates demonstrating skills and applying knowledge that they are able to carry out a basic range of routine tasks related to the care and use of horses under supervision. Assessment is carried out through continuous assessment at the candidate’s place of work or at an approved assessment site.
The qualification is made up of 10 practical units and 10 principle units, covering the knowledge-based elements of the practical delivery. When credited to candidates, these will be a valuable guide to their ability to carry out a particular task in a stable yard or stud. It is desirable that candidates should obtain the majority of their training and assessment in the workplace. There are also 4 additional units, which do not form part of the qualification but are available to candidates who have an interest in achieving some basic riding units.
For further details of the units and standards for this qualifications, please click on the following link:
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EQL Level 2 Diploma in Work Based Horse Care
This qualification has been developed by the equine industry to replace NVQ Level 2 in Horse Care for the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) and has been developed from the equine National Occupational Standards. This qualification is for candidates entering the industry with good basic skills and knowledge, or following on from achieving a Level 1 qualification. Assessment is carried out through continuous assessment at the candidate’s place of work or at an approved assessment site.
This qualification is primarily for candidates aged 16 plus, however it is also suitable for competent and more advanced 14 – 16 year olds as it lends itself well into the remit for schools to be able to offer more vocationally based awards. Candidates over the age of 19 years may be looking to re-train and further develop their skills and knowledge at this level to enable career progression or entry into employment.
The qualification entitles the holder to carry out skills in horse care under limited supervision, providing the opportunity to progress learning skills and knowledge following on from Level 1. Learners will be able to safely and efficiently demonstrate skills and apply their knowledge through a range of work activities and routine tasks related to the care and use of horses under limited supervision.
On achieving this qualification candidates can further their training and competence by progressing onto a Level 3 qualification. It will allow progression to further learning, including specialist learning for the Diploma in Environmental and Land Based Studies or as part of the Equine Apprenticeship. Holders of this qualification should be able to obtain work as a groom in a variety of job roles on any equine establishment and will provide the learner with the knowledge and skills to progress their career.
For further details of the units and standards for this qualifications, please click on the following link:
This qualification has been developed by the equine industry to replace NVQ Level 2 in Horse Care for the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) and has been developed from the equine National Occupational Standards. This qualification is for candidates entering the industry with good basic skills and knowledge, or following on from achieving a Level 1 qualification. Assessment is carried out through continuous assessment at the candidate’s place of work or at an approved assessment site.
This qualification is primarily for candidates aged 16 plus, however it is also suitable for competent and more advanced 14 – 16 year olds as it lends itself well into the remit for schools to be able to offer more vocationally based awards. Candidates over the age of 19 years may be looking to re-train and further develop their skills and knowledge at this level to enable career progression or entry into employment.
The qualification entitles the holder to carry out skills in horse care under limited supervision, providing the opportunity to progress learning skills and knowledge following on from Level 1. Learners will be able to safely and efficiently demonstrate skills and apply their knowledge through a range of work activities and routine tasks related to the care and use of horses under limited supervision.
On achieving this qualification candidates can further their training and competence by progressing onto a Level 3 qualification. It will allow progression to further learning, including specialist learning for the Diploma in Environmental and Land Based Studies or as part of the Equine Apprenticeship. Holders of this qualification should be able to obtain work as a groom in a variety of job roles on any equine establishment and will provide the learner with the knowledge and skills to progress their career.
For further details of the units and standards for this qualifications, please click on the following link:
| level_2_wb_horse_care.pdf |
EQL Level 3 Diploma in Work Based Horse Care and Management
This qualification has been developed by the equine industry to replace NVQ Level 3 in Horse Care and Management for the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) and has been developed from the equine National Occupational Standards.
This qualification is suitable for post-16 candidates who are progressing on from Level 2 and wish to further develop their skills, knowledge and competence in order to progress their career or obtain employment. Assessment is carried out through continuous assessment at the candidate’s place of work or at an approved assessment site.
This qualification will provide the holder with competent skills and knowledge to be able to care for horses and maintain their health and well-being in a variety of equine work place environments. They will be able to be responsible for supervising and guiding staff, organising work and have a broad range of knowledge and skills which can be applied to a variety of work routines. They will be able to assume responsibility for others and run a small yard.
On achieving this qualification candidates will also be able to further their training and competence by progressing on to a number of equine awards available at Levels 4 and 5, whether they be academic HNC/HND type courses or other practical based awards. Holders of this qualification should be able to obtain employment in a variety of equine establishments as a Horse Groom or Yard Manager (in a variety of job roles), Trek Centre Operator, Trek Leader, Horse Riding Instructor or Horse Trainer.
For further details of the units and standards for this qualifications, please click on the following link:
This qualification has been developed by the equine industry to replace NVQ Level 3 in Horse Care and Management for the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) and has been developed from the equine National Occupational Standards.
This qualification is suitable for post-16 candidates who are progressing on from Level 2 and wish to further develop their skills, knowledge and competence in order to progress their career or obtain employment. Assessment is carried out through continuous assessment at the candidate’s place of work or at an approved assessment site.
This qualification will provide the holder with competent skills and knowledge to be able to care for horses and maintain their health and well-being in a variety of equine work place environments. They will be able to be responsible for supervising and guiding staff, organising work and have a broad range of knowledge and skills which can be applied to a variety of work routines. They will be able to assume responsibility for others and run a small yard.
On achieving this qualification candidates will also be able to further their training and competence by progressing on to a number of equine awards available at Levels 4 and 5, whether they be academic HNC/HND type courses or other practical based awards. Holders of this qualification should be able to obtain employment in a variety of equine establishments as a Horse Groom or Yard Manager (in a variety of job roles), Trek Centre Operator, Trek Leader, Horse Riding Instructor or Horse Trainer.
For further details of the units and standards for this qualifications, please click on the following link:
| level_3_wb_horse_care_and_management.pdf |
