Equine Guelph is excited to announce the launch of a new online course designed specifically for youth aged 13-17 who are passionate about horses and interested in exploring careers in the horse industry. The self-paced course, Careers in the Horse World, is now available for free for a limited time on TheHorsePortal.ca.
This innovative online course offers young horse enthusiasts a unique opportunity to gain insights into various career paths within the horse industry. Participants will learn about basic horse care positions that can provide entry-level or long-term employment, as well as the progression of careers as one advances in the field. Careers in the Horse World also covers both hands-on and non-hands-on career options, exploring the many options available in the horse industry.
The course is designed to be completed in 10-20 hours and is offered on-demand, allowing participants to learn at their own pace. Topics include basic horse care, career progression, and various roles within the industry such as grooms, coaches, trainers, sales representatives, program coordinators, research assistants, photographers, journalists, event planners, health care providers, and more!
Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from Equine Guelph—The Horse Owner's Centre at the University of Guelph.
"We are thrilled to offer this course to young horse enthusiasts," says Equine Guelph director Gayle Ecker. "Our goal is to inspire and educate the next generation of professionals in the horse industry, providing them with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed."
To learn more about Equine Careers for Youth, register for Careers in the Horse World at TheHorsePortal.ca.
