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Basic Theory of Equine Welfare

Online
1.5-3 hours
Free

Course Content

Horses are known for their various roles throughout human history. This course will encompass all aspects of equine care and welfare as you understand their behaviour as well as their needs. The depth of your equine understanding will be enriched as you learn about managing their health and nutrition. You will be able to add value to the mental experiences of these magnificent friends of humans by assessing their facilities and training needs.

Course Details

CollegeAlison
Course ID192116
Course TypeOnline Learning
Course QualificationCPD Certificate
Course Duration1.5-3 hours
Course FeeFree
Entry RequirementsLike all courses on the Alison Free Learning platform this is a free, CPD-accredited course. A Graduate can choose to buy a certificate or diploma upon successful completion of a course, but this is not required or necessary.

At Alison we believe that free education, more than anything, has the power to break through boundaries and transform lives.

Alison is the world’s largest free online empowerment platform for education and skills training, offering over 5000 CPD accredited courses and a range of impactful career development tools. It is a for-profit social enterprise dedicated to making it possible for anyone, to study anything, anywhere, at any time, for free online, at any subject level. Through our mission, we are a catalyst for positive social change, creating opportunity, prosperity, and equality for everyone.
Career PathIn This Free Course, You Will Learn How To
• Outline the ethics, guidelines, and laws around equine welfare
• Describe the basic anatomy and physiology of horses
• Indicate the methods by which the horses can learn by understanding their inherent behaviours
• Apply the various techniques used in training the horses
• Recall the equine dietary requirements and common disorders to monitor or adjust their intake
• Explain the essentials of pasture design and maintenance
• Identify the common equine diseases and manage the various facets of their health
• Select a plan for the design and maintenance of the facilities in which the horses can be housed, trained, or cared for
• Discuss the management of equine facilities and equipment
• Assess the breeding techniques and technologies applied in breeding
• Describe the essentials of equine breeding and foal management
• Summarise the contemporary issues surrounding equine welfare and their role in modern society
Course Code947

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