British Horse Society Stage 2 Care
An online, self-study training programme that will help you prepare for your BHS Stage 2 Care Assessment and kick start your career to become a super-groom!
Who is this programme for?
You want to progress through the British Horse Society qualifications, and you’re struggling to find accessible, high-quality training to help you prepare and learn everything you need to pass the exam.
Maybe you’ve already completed your British Horse Society Stage 1 exam, and you’re ready to work towards the British Horse Society Stage 2 exam.
Or you’d love to progress your knowledge and understanding so you can work as a groom in the equestrian industry.
Perhaps you’re already working as an apprentice in the equestrian industry, and you want to supercharge your study and results.
You might also be studying an equine or animal management course at college, and you want to make sure you have everything you need to pass your British Horse Society Stage 2 Assessment.
Whatever your situation, I will help you learn the essentials of working as a freelance or employed groom on a yard, so that you can develop your skills, understanding and confidence in yourself, and build a successful career in the equestrian industry.
My name is Alison Buttery and I’m an experienced BHS Accredited Professional Coach, qualified to BHS IT and ISM (Stage 4), and I’ve spent over 11 years as a Senior Lecturer in Equine Science, working with many people to train towards equestrian qualifications, from foundation through to degree levels, alongside British Horse Society exams.
As you progress through this Stage Two Horse Care online programme you will…
- Understand the routine practices on a stable yard, your role, responsibilities and reporting lines
- Know how to care for horses on a day-to-day basis, recognise and assess normal and abnormal behaviour
- Understanding when veterinary intervention may be required
- Be able to fit standard tack and travel equipment
- Be able to prepare horses for presentation
- Know about feeding and an understanding of fitness, including the factors that will affect the amount of feed a horse will receive
- Understand basic anatomy, location of key organs and the function of the digestive system
- Have the confidence to progress through the BHS qualifications if you choose
Yes, you could spend lots of time researching and learning everything you need to know via Google, social media or YouTube, but when you can access everything you need to know in one place, why would you?
How is this programme different to other online courses?
- Access to a trustworthy and knowledgeable trainer – I’m a highly qualified and experienced Stage 4 BHS Accredited Professional Coach, who has spent over 11 years as a Senior Lecturer in Equine Science
- Step-by-step training to help you develop your knowledge & understanding so that you are never over faced
- Crystal clear, to-the-point training – no waffle, no fluff, maximum learning!
I’ve worked in the equestrian industry for 30 years (crikey, that’s a shock when I look at that written down!), and I’ve helped hundreds of students through training for their BHS exams.
I know that if you follow this programme and commit to taking action and developing your depth of knowledge, you can build your confidence in managing the horses in your care.
You get access to online lessons and revision activities, to help you prepare for the British Horse Society Stage 2 Assessment. The content focuses entirely on Stage 2 Care (Unit 1). Please note that this does not include either the Lunge or Riding units.
The online modules are broken down into clear and concise lessons, where you can track your progress and quickly revisit topics whenever you like. PLUS, you’ll get full access to all resources for all modules so that you can progress through them at your own pace and revisit them as many times as you like.
The course follows the British Horse Society Stage 2 syllabus for Horse Care and Management, and we will cover everything you need to prepare for this exam (if that’s your goal!).
By completing this course, you will know the basics of caring for and managing horses, and how to work to a good level as a groom on a commercial yard.
By the end of this programme, you will:
Understand the routine practices of a stable yard, your role, responsibilities and reporting lines
Know how to care for horses on a day-to-day basis, with the horse’s welfare a priority
Recognise normal and abnormal horse behaviour, what may be the cause, and what to do about it
Know how to check the fit of tack for comfort and safety, including saddle, bridle, martingale and boots
Know how to plait, trim and bath horses in preparation for presentation
Know how to a horse for travelling and load a horse safely onto a trailer or lorry
Know how to apply stable bandages correctly
Recognise potential hazards in the working environment, which could include stables, fields and transportation
Know how to feed horses and understand fitness, including the factors that will affect the amount of feed a horse will need
Know how to practise first aid and recognise health problems, how they would be cared for and when to call the vet
Know how to care for horse’s feet, recognising a well-shod foot, be aware of signs of lameness and common wounds
Understand basic horse anatomy, location of critical organs and the function of the digestive and circulatory systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the programme take to complete?
It’s entirely up to you! When you join, you’ll get full access to everything! All resources and modules are available in your account immediately. You can progress through them in order, or you might prefer to dip in and out to work alongside your existing practical training. You have complete control over how you learn and access the materials.
Do I need any prior knowledge or experience to start this programme?
It’s helpful if you have some basic knowledge of horse care and even better if you have either studied towards or achieved your BHS Stage 1 qualification, but it’s not essential. Anyone who is interested in learning how best to care for their horse is absolutely welcome to join this programme. There are no minimum entry requirements for this course.
Please note that if you wish to take the BHS Stage 2 Care exam, you will need to have already passed the BHS Stage 1 Care exam.
What materials will I need?
You’ll need a stable internet connection to access the course content. A notebook is also useful for taking notes and completing some of the activities.
Where can I get practical training and experience?
You should always gain practical experience with horses. This could be at a local yard or equestrian centre.
If you are working towards the BHS Stage 2 exam, you should always undertake practical, hands-on training at a BHS Approved Centre before the exam.
Is there a practice test included in the programme?
Revision questions and activities are included throughout each module to help you learn and apply your understanding in the real world.
What if I have questions during the course?
If you have questions during the programme, email info@theeverydayequestrian for support. Responses are typically provided within 48 hours.
How do I access the course?
When you join, you’ll create an account on the website – www.theeverydayequestrian.co.uk – using your email address and the password that you create. To access the course materials, all you need to do is log in via the website, using these details, and you’ll go straight to the course. The course is fully responsive, meaning you can study on any device, including your mobile phone, tablet, or desktop computer.
How is this programme different from others?
With this course, you get access to a trustworthy, experienced and knowledgeable trainer – I’m a highly qualified and experienced Stage 4 BHS Accredited Professional Coach who has spent over 11 years as a Senior Lecturer in Equine Science. I’ve trained hundreds of students for their BHS exams!
You’ll get step-by-step training to help you develop your knowledge & understanding so that you are never over faced.
You’ll also get crystal clear, to-the-point training – no waffle, no fluff, and maximum learning, so you can learn, revise and remember the key points.
I don’t live in the UK, will this programme help me?
Yes, absolutely! The principles of good horse management and care can (and should!) be applied anywhere.
Does this programme also include training towards the ridden and lunge sections of the BHS qualifications?
No riding or lunging training is included in this programme.
Do I have to be a member of the British Horse Society to do this programme?
No! This training is open to anyone of any age (although it’s probably most appropriate for children aged 14 or above).
Please note that you WILL need to be a member of the BHS to take your Stage 2 exam.
Do I have to take the BHS Stage 2 Horse Care exam?
No, absolutely not! This programme is to help you get a clear understanding of the basics of caring for and managing horses, and it’s entirely up to you whether you decide to take the exam or not, there’s no pressure at all.
Does this programme include the exam?
No, the BHS Stage 2 Horse Care exam/qualification is not part of this programme, but we will cover all the theory topics that you need to know, to prepare and train to take the exam.
Do I have to own a horse to take part in this programme?
Not at all! This programme is open to everyone, whether you ride regularly at a riding school, help with a friend’s horse, whether you’re a student at college, returning to horse ownership after a break, or thinking about buying your first horse.
What if I change my mind?
If for any reason you think the programme is not for you, then I offer a 7-day money-back guarantee, effective from the date you sign up.
I’m not sure whether this programme is for me right now. What should I do?
Simply email me at info@theeverydayequestrian.co.uk with your questions or concerns, and I’ll be delighted to help you decide whether it is for you. It’s really important to me that the right people join and take part in this programme, so please do get in touch. There won’t be any pressure to join or awkward sales pitch, and you’ll get a feel for whether you’d like to work with me or not.
BHS Stage 2 Care Preparation Course
- Follows the BHS Stage 2 Care (Unit 1) syllabus
- Online, self-study training
- 11 modules, broken down into step-by-step lessons
- Learn all the theory topics to help you prepare for your exam
- Full access to all resources as soon as you sign up
- Lifetime access, so you can progress at your own pace
- 7-day, full money back guarantee