What are BHS qualifications?
The British Horse Society assessments are internationally recognised vocational qualifications which explore candidates’ equitation, coaching and stable management skills.
What qualifications do you need to be a riding instructor UK?
You can complete training and pass exams with the British Horse Society (BHS) or Association of British Riding Schools (ABRS). You’ll need to be a member of the BHS to follow their Coaching Pathway. You can train for the Stage 3 Coach award to qualify as a riding instructor.
What are BHS exams?
The BHS provides its members with a series of progressive training and qualifications in both horse knowledge, care and riding. These professional qualifications are both theory and practical based and many equestrian employers lookout for these qualifications in prospective job candidates.
How long does it take to be a BHS I?
BHS Stage 1 Care is ideal for:
| Academic Level: | Further Education Level 1 |
|---|---|
| Study Hours per Unit: | 10 |
| Total Hours: | 90 |
| Course Duration: | 6 to 12 Months |
| Study Week Requirements: | Optional Stable Management Study Week |
What do the BHS do?
We aim to protect and promote the interests of all horses and those who care about them, including the 3.5 million people in the UK who ride or who drive a horse-drawn carriage. During 70 years, the BHS has made a real impact on the lives of horses and horse owners with wide-ranging campaigns and initiatives.
What are the BHS stages?
The new BHS training structure
- Stage 1 – Care.
- Stage 2 – Foundation Groom.
- Stage 3 – Groom.
- Stage 4 – Senior Groom.
- Stage 5 – Stable Manager.
What qualifications do you need to work with horses?
Although a formal qualification isn’t strictly necessary, most Riding Instructors have a BHS or ABRS qualification. You’ll need to be physically fit and happy to work outside in all weathers. As well as being an excellent rider, of course.
Can I teach horse riding without qualifications?
You do not need to have any qualifications to teach. Qualifications do draw people though, becasue it means you have to be at a certain standard. Teaching unqualified is fine, but clients may tend to prefer qualified, as they know what they are getting, to a certain extent.
What is the BHS Stage 1 exam?
BHS Stage 1 Complete Horsemanship is for anyone looking to start their career with horses and show a competence in the basic skills of riding with empathy for the horse. BHS Stage 1 Complete Horsemanship is an essential entry level certificate for anyone looking for a career in the equine industry.
What qualifications do I need to be a horse trainer?
You’ll need:
- to be thorough and pay attention to detail.
- the ability to work on your own.
- knowledge of training and the ability to design courses.
- customer service skills.
- the ability to work well with others.
- the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure.
Do BHS still exist?
A quarter of BHS stores are still vacant four years after its collapse. The department store chain closed the last remaining stores in August 2016 ending an 88 year presence on the high street. But finding new occupiers or uses for all the 160 sites is proving a lengthy process.
How does the BHS work?
The primary objectives of the BHS are: To promote and advance the education, training and safety of the public in all matters relating to the horse. To promote the use, breeding, well-being, safety, environment, health and management of the horse for the public benefit.