WE ARE NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2012 APPRENTICESHIP COURSE WHICH STARTS OCTOBER 2012.
Introduction
The Apprenticeship Course, in partnership with the British Racing School offers schools leavers a direct route into the Thoroughbred breeding industry Apprenticeships are an excellent way of gaining qualifications and workplace experience. This full time residential course runs once a year and is completely FREE.
What is the Apprenticeship?
- An initial 10 week residential training course at the National Stud
- Successful completion of the 10 week residential course is followed by a placement process which includes selection and interview with potential employers
- A 10 month paid placement (usually with accommodation) on an approved UK Thoroughbred stud.
Who can apply?
- Male or female aged between 16 and 24 years
- Has completed school year 11 and is not planning to return to full-time education
- Has not obtained a degree
- Have been a resident of the EU for three years or more
- Does not already hold an NVQ level 2 or equivalent in Racehorse/ Horse Care
- Applications can only be taken from permanent English address holders due to government funding requirements
Why the Apprenticeship?
- A unique opportunity to pursue a career within the British Thoroughbred breeding industry
- The chance to gain recognised qualifications
- Work based training
- The opportunity to work on internationally recognised studs
- Excellent career prospects
What will I be doing?
- Training and working under supervision
- Attending practical and classroom based training sessions
- Working with mares, mares and foals, yearlings and horses out of training.
- During the 10 week initial training trainees will assist with the preparation of breeding stock for the sales.
- You will be assessed for knowledge and practical ability in the following subject areas:
- Routine horsecare
- Watering and feeding
- Horse clothing / saddlery
- Care of the horse at grass
- Health and Safety
- Conduct (working relationships)
- Reproduction and parturition care
- Handling youngstock
What do I gain?
- A Level 2 Diploma in Work Based Racehorse Care (Breeding Option)
- Key skills / functional skills in Maths and English
- Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Horse Care
- Emergency First Aid At Work Course
How much does it cost and where will I live?
- The training and National Stud uniform is FREE
- Accommodation and all meals are provided at Westbrook House during the initial 10 week course
What do I need to be successful on the course?
- A passion for the care and breeding of Thoroughbred horses
- Enthusiasm and the desire to succeed within the Thoroughbred industry
- Suitably motivated to complete the demanding training
Please be aware that the Thoroughbred breeding industry is a physically intesive sector to work in. The hours of work can include weekends and evenings as part of a normal routine.
Interested?
Successful applicants will be asked to attend an interview at the National Stud.
What to do next?
Download an application form, complete and return to:
The Training Office, The National Stud, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 0XE
For further information contact us on 01638 675922 or students@nationalstud.co.uk