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Equine college courses

Passionate about horses? Get the knowledge and practical skills you need to work in the equine industry. Study at Writtle College and benefit from expert teaching and hands-on training.

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18 Jun 25

Why Equine at Writtle College

Equine Groom

College course - Level 2 Apprenticeship

Intermediate Apprenticeship

Study in:
Writtle
Available as:
12-18 months
Accredited by:

Lantra

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Study in:
Writtle
Available as:
1 year full-time
Accredited by:

OCN London

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Study in:
Writtle
Available as:
1 year full-time
Course features
  • Learn about horse care, handling and management
  • Get hands-on in our specialist equine facilities
  • Gain valuable experience with a work placement in the equine industry
Study in:
Writtle
Available as:
1 year
Course features
  • Learn more about horse health, behaviour and welfare
  • Study in specialist facilities at Writtle College, home to around 70 horses
  • Gain valuable experience with a short work placement
Study in:
Writtle
Available as:
2 years full-time
,
1 year top-up
Course features
  • Fine-tune your practical skills while expanding your knowledge of equine health, nutrition, behaviour and welfare
  • Get a two-week work placement in the equine industry
  • Suitable training to start a career in the equine industry
Study in:
Writtle
Available as:
1 year full-time
Accredited by:

OCN London

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Senior Equine Groom

College course - Level 3 Apprenticeship

Advanced Apprenticeship

Study in:
Writtle
Available as:
18-24 months
Accredited by:

1st4Sport

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Hannah

"‘The lecturers are really good and the overall staff are really helpful and because they are so specific in their field you get all the information you need and more for when you go out in industry."

Hannah

Equine Management student

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Careers

After completing a course with us, you could continue on to a university degree or explore career opportunities including:

  • Equine Welfare Integrity Officer
  • Competition Groom
  • Equine Nutritionist
  • Exercise Rider
  • Horse Breeder
  • Polo Groom
  • Riding Instructor
  • Stud Hand
  • Yard Manager
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Get in touch

If you're thinking about applying to Writtle College or have questions about our courses, contact us:

Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm, Friday 9am-4.30pm.