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British Horse Society Examinations

British Horse Society Examinations. Recreational qualifications Professional qualifications Industry requirements. What we offer. Why take an exam?. Are you interested in working with horses as a career? Riding for pleasure? Competing? Or other various activities associated with horses?

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British Horse Society Examinations

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  1. British Horse Society Examinations

  2. Recreational qualifications Professional qualifications Industry requirements What we offer

  3. Why take an exam? Are you interested in working with horses as a career? Riding for pleasure? Competing? Or other various activities associated with horses? We have over 1 million horses in the UK! BHS Exams will • Improve your knowledge • Develop your skills • Improve your relationship with horses • Boost your career

  4. Qualifications provide Employability: • Coaches/instructors • Grooms • Stable staff • Yard managers • Ride leaders Fun and Education: • Safety • Improving welfare • Advanced skills

  5. Stage exams have now been unitised giving more flexibility to candidate For example: Stage 1 Horse Knowledge and Care is split into three units and Stage 1 Riding is one unit. All four units can be taken on the same day or separately - each unit passed can be ‘banked’ and once all four units have been passed the qualification is awarded. If a candidate fails a particular unit they only need to retake that unit Those who take and pass their complete exam on the same day will be awarded a Distinction on their certificate to reflect this achievement How do BHS exams work?

  6. Background • Equestrian Qualifications Limited (EQL) • The awarding body for the majority of equestrian exams offered by the BHS • Includes BHS Stage exams, UKCC, WBDs and SVQs • Qualification and Credit Framework (QCF) • Exams that are on this are able to receive funding • Some comprise of smaller qualifications (Certificates and Awards) and all can be broken down into units

  7. BHS Examinations and qualifications are internationally recognised In a recent survey, 96% believe BHS qualifications are relevant to industry employers and 88% thought that BHS qualifications would support them in a career, or career progression, working with horses Whatever career you choose to follow BHS qualifications will give you a strong foundation to build on BHS Examinations * BHS survey carried out in 2011

  8. BHS exam structure Stages 1, 2, 3 and the PTT (along with a completed teaching portfolio {UKCC Level 2}) lead to the BHSAI qualification. This should be viewed as the start of your qualifications, not the end! Stage 4 and the ITT (Intermediate Teaching Test {UKCC Level 3}) lead to the BHSII (Intermediate Instructor) The Stable Manager’s exam, Senior Equitation and Senior Coaching exam lead to the BHS Instructor qualification Finally, the Fellowship of the BHS

  9. BHS Stage 1 • The first step on your career ladder • Provides basic horse care skills and knowledge to undertake daily, routine tasks • Offers basic riding skills to include riding without stirrups and work over ground poles • Will allow you to work safely, under supervision • Minimum age: 14

  10. BHS Stage 2 • Builds on from Stage 1 and introduces show-jumping (up to 2’6”/76cm) and lungeing • Minimum Age: 16 • Pre-requisites: BHS Stage 1 or PRTs (1-6 horse care and equitation) or BET Assistant Ride Leader and R&RS (for Stage 2 riding only) • A successful candidate should be able to work under limited supervision • Allows entry into, or progression within, employment

  11. BHS Stage 3 • Allows progression from BHS Stage 2 and introduces cross-country riding • Minimum age: 17 • Pre-requisites: BHS Stage 2 or BET Ride Leader • A successful candidate should be able to ride a course of show jumps up to 3’3”/1m and a cross-country course up to 3’/0.9m and show the ability to work horses in a suitable outline for their education • You will be able to carry out a range of tasks relating to horse management and be able to work under minimal supervision

  12. Preliminary Teaching Test (PTT) • This is the first of the coaching exams and may also include the United Kingdom Coaching Certificate (UKCC) Level 2* • Minimum age: 18 • Pre-requisites: BHS Stage 2 • A successful candidate should be able to teach under supervision • Includes coaching individual riders and group riders for improvement • Once passed, you can join the BHS Register of Instructors once additional requirements are achieved: • First Aid Certificate • Safeguarding • DBS check *In conjunction with HorseScotland

  13. BHS Assistant Instructor (BHSAI) • An accumulation of qualifications and evidence: • BHS Stage 3 (Care and Riding) • BHS PTT • Completion of a Coaching Portfolio • Will allow the holder to apply for an International Coaching Passport Level 1

  14. BHS Stage 4 • Allows you to work alone and unsupervised • Minimum age: 18 for Riding; 19 for Care • Pre-requisites: BHS Stage 3 • You will have a knowledge of how to manage an equestrian business • You will be expected to ride a variety of horses (young, green, sharp, idle) and be able to assess their performance up to Elementary Dressage level • Jumping includes a course of fences (show jumping and cross-country) up to 3’6”/1.07cm

  15. Intermediate Teaching Test (ITT) • A progression from the PTT, you should be able to teach a wide variety of clients and training horses • You will also be tested on your business management knowledge and coaching theory • Minimum age: 19 • Pre-requisites: BHSAI or BHS PTT and completed Coaching Portfolio (or log book) • You will also have the opportunity to register for the UKCC Level 3 Coaching Certificate

  16. An accumulation of exams: BHS ITT Stage 4 (Care and Riding) PLUS a current First Aid certificate BHS Intermediate Instructor (BHSII) • Will allow the holder to apply for an International Coaching Passport Level 2

  17. BHS Instructor (BHSI) • An accumulation of three exams: • Senior Equitation • Senior Coaching • Stable Manager’s • You will be able to train horses and riders to a Stage 4 standard • Holders of this qualification can apply for an International Coaching Passport Level 3

  18. Fellowship (FBHS) • The highest teaching qualification within the BHS system • General Fellowship (dressage and jumping) • Specialist Fellowship (Dressage, Showjumping or Eventing) • Assessed by CV application and then successful applicants will be invited to a two-day exam • Holders of this qualification can apply for an International Coaching Passport – International Expert

  19. Do you hold non-BHS qualifications? You may be able to enter at Stage 2 or above. The BHS accept Pony Club Tests (B and above), National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs), Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs) and Work Based Diplomas (WBDs) (at Level 2 or above) Call the office for further details Direct Entry

  20. Ride Leader Level 2 Unitised Includes Stage 1 Care within qualification (top-up available if already hold BHS qualifications) Holders will be able to help first time riders on short rides, treks or hacks and assist in the day-to-day running of a commercial establishment Minimum age: 16 Pre-requisites: BHS Riding and Road Safety Test, current First Aid at Work certificate British Equestrian TourismQualifications

  21. Ride Leader Level 3 Unitised Includes Stage 2 Care units within qualification (top-up available if already hold BHS qualifications) Holders will be able to take sole charge of first-time or more experienced riders on a ride or around the yard. You will also be able to train new or junior members of staff. Minimum age: 18 Pre-requisites: Ride Leader Level 2, BHS Riding and Road Safety Test, current First Aid at Work certificate Direct entry available British Equestrian TourismQualifications

  22. Riding Holiday Centre Manager Holders will be a competent manager or owner, with knowledge of both practical and financial aspects of running an equestrian establishment Minimum age: 22 Pre-requisites: Ride Leader Level 3, BHS Riding and Road Safety Test, current First Aid at Work certificate Direct entry available British Equestrian TourismQualifications

  23. BHS recreational exams Improves your basic knowledge and skills. Developed to support the horse owner, parents of horse owners, enthusiasts and/or recreational rider. Simply anybody who has an interest in horses. Horse Owners Certificates (HOC) – horse care theory only exam Progressive Riding Tests (PRTs) – horse care and riding British Riding Clubs Level One (BRC Level 1) – horse care and riding BHS Stage 1 – horse care and riding Riding and Road Safety (R&RS) – essential for every horse owner

  24. Good luck with your chosen examIf you need any help or advice please do not hesitate to contact usWebsite: www.bhs.org.ukCall: 02476 840 508

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