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Diploma in Horse Care

Build a Career in Professional Horse Care

Study horse care online at diploma level, gaining ICOES and CPD-accredited skills to work in equine facilities, stables, and stud farms.

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18 Mths
Duration
Online
Delivery
20
Units
Flexible
Start Date
CPD Endorsed
Credential
Diploma in Horse Care

Build a Career in Professional Horse Care

Study horse care online at diploma level, gaining ICOES and CPD-accredited skills to work in equine facilities, stables, and stud farms.

CPD Endorsed100% OnlineFrom $29/Week
18 Mths
Duration
Online
Delivery
20
Units
Flexible
Start Date
CPD Endorsed
Credential
Why Study This

Practical, Job-Relevant Skills You Can Build.

ICOES-Accredited And CPD-Endorsed Diploma Credential

18 Months Access, Self-Paced, No Exams

Unlimited Industry Tutor Support Included

Skills & Applications

Skills You'll Build

Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.

Stable ManagerOversees daily stable operations, horse welfare, and the work of care staff at an equine facility.
Equine Facility SupervisorManages the running of a horse care or training facility, including safety compliance and team coordination.
Horse Care Team LeaderLeads a team of stable hands or grooms, coordinating feeding, grooming, health checks, and turnout routines.
Equine Welfare OfficerMonitors horse health and welfare standards, identifying concerns and supporting best-practice care.
Stud Farm SupervisorSupports the management of breeding operations, including foal care, record-keeping, and daily husbandry tasks.
Equine Health Monitoring TechnicianCarries out routine health observations, records findings, and liaises with veterinary professionals on horse…
Riding School Assistant CoordinatorAssists in organising lessons, managing horses used for instruction, and supporting the daily schedule of a…
Equine Education Support CoordinatorSupports equine education programmes, assisting instructors and managing horse welfare during training sessions.

Possible career directions only; no specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed. Where you go depends on your experience, the employer and your location.

What You’ll Learn

20 Units

Core Units · 20 units
  • Topic 1Horse psychology and handling
  • Topic 2Buying a horse
  • Topic 3Horse Conformation
  • Topic 4Horse Digestive System
  • Topic 5The grass kept horse and pasture management
  • Topic 6Horse Grooming
  • Topic 7Industry Applications
  • Topic 8Feeds
  • Topic 9Stabling
  • Topic 10Bedding and Mucking Out
  • Topic 11The Foot and Shoeing
  • Topic 12Exercise and Conditioning
  • Topic 13Tack and Tack Fitting
  • Topic 14Horse Facility Design
  • Topic 15Blankets, Bandages and Boots
  • Topic 16Managing the Health of Horses
  • Topic 17Clipping, Trimming and Plaiting
  • Topic 18Travelling and Care of the Horse Away from Home
  • Topic 19Organising and Managing a Horse Event
  • Topic 20Managing A Horse Enterprise
Before You Apply

Entry Requirements

What you’ll typically need to get started.

No formal academic prerequisites

Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.

What’s Included

Everything That Comes With Your Enrolment

Industry-Accredited Qualification

Courses are accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office. The Career Academy is also a member of the International Approval & Recognition Council (IARC).

Unlimited Tutor Support

Unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email during business hours. Tutors are industry experts passionate about student success.

100% Online, Study at Your Own Pace

Study 100% online whenever suits you, with 18 months access to course materials and no exams.

Career Centre Access

Upon enrolment, instant access to the Career Centre including latest job opportunities, CV templates, a free personalised CV review, job tips, interview preparation, and a five-step job success process.

Free Student ID Card

Receive a virtual Student ID Card upon enrolment, providing access to over 150,000 discounts on food, entertainment, travel and more in New Zealand and around the world.

FREE Access to CCH eBook Library

Get access to over 50 titles to enhance your learning and knowledge.

SEEK Pass Verified Credential

Verify your qualification from The Career Academy with SEEK Pass upon completion to share on SEEK and stand out to employers as a qualified, job-ready candidate.

10-Day Money-Back Guarantee

Enrol with confidence knowing your satisfaction is guaranteed with a 10-day money-back guarantee.

Free bonus courses included

Certificate in Basic Horse Care

Covers horse psychology and handling, buying a horse, horse conformation, digestive…

Intermediate Certificate in Horse Care

Covers feeds, stabling, bedding and mucking out, the foot and shoeing, exercise and…

Advanced Intermediate Certificate in Horse Care

Covers blankets, bandages and boots, managing the health of horses…

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Your Provider

The Career Academy NZ

The Career Academy offers an online Career Centre providing career coaching, CV reviews, interview preparation, job search resources, and LinkedIn profile reviews. Students have access to a Career Success Hub, Business Hub, and Self Service Resource Hub. The centre includes one-to-one coaching from dedicated career support staff and is available to all students during and after their studies.

Fees & Funding

Flexible Ways To Pay

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Getting Started

Your Path To Enrolment

A few simple steps from enquiry to your first day.

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Submit enrolment online
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Choose upfront payment or flexible weekly payment plan
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Receive instant access to course and Career Centre
Why Students Choose Us

Recognised Training, Real Support

Career Support

Dedicated career services to help graduates move into work.

Wellbeing Support

Ongoing support throughout your studies, including post-placement support.

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

There are no formal entry requirements listed for this course. It is designed to be accessible to people new to the equine industry as well as those already working with horses. Submit an enquiry to confirm any current prerequisites before enrolling.
A weekly payment plan option may be available for this course. Submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm current pricing and payment options before you enrol.
Students have 18 months access to course materials. The course is estimated at approximately 400 study hours in total. Because it is self-paced, students can work through the material at a speed that suits their schedule.
The course is delivered 100% online and studied at your own pace. There are no exams; all assessment is practical and knowledge-based. Unlimited tutor support is available via phone and email during business hours.
This course does not include a formal work placement component. Students looking to gain hands-on experience alongside their study may wish to seek voluntary or paid work at a local equine facility. Submit an enquiry if you have questions about applying your skills in practice.
This diploma is accredited by ICOES and endorsed by the CPD Standards Office, and The Career Academy NZ is a member of the International Approval and Recognition Council (IARC). These endorsements confirm the course meets recognised standards for professional development and continuing education. It is not a government-accredited qualification on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework (NZQF). On completion, students receive a credential that can be verified and shared with employers via SEEK Pass.
As a professional development course, any credit toward formal qualifications would be a matter for the receiving institution to assess. Submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm what pathways may be available and how prior learning recognition is handled.
The diploma builds skills relevant to roles in equine facilities, stud farms, riding schools, and welfare organisations. Graduates may be prepared for positions such as stable manager, horse care team leader, equine welfare officer, or equine health monitoring technician. Career outcomes depend on individual experience and the opportunities available in the sector.
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About This Course

Diploma in Horse Care

This diploma covers the practical knowledge and skills needed to work confidently in professional horse care settings. Students learn equine health monitoring, stable management, welfare principles, safety practices, and facility supervision. The course suits people entering the equine industry or those already working with horses who want to formalise their skills.

Delivered by The Career Academy NZ, the course is studied entirely online and self-paced, with 18 months access to course materials. There are no exams; assessment is practical and knowledge-based throughout. Unlimited tutor support is available via phone and email during business hours, with tutors drawn from the equine industry.

On completion, students receive an ICOES-accredited and CPD-endorsed credential, verifiable via SEEK Pass. Enrolment also includes access to a CCH eBook library of over 50 titles and the Career Centre, which provides CV templates, a personalised CV review, and job preparation resources.

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Last updated: July 2026