Course details

New Zealand Certificate in Equine Coaching
NZQF Level 3

About the course

The purpose of this qualification is to provide the equine industry with individuals who have the skills and knowledge to coach horses and rider combinations, both individually and in a group.

This qualification is targeted at people who have some experience handling horses in the equine industry and who wish to develop coaching skills.

Graduates will benefit by having a qualification that provides recognition of their coaching skills and a pathway to further qualifications in equine coaching.

The industry will benefit from this qualification by having qualified people who are able to contribute effectively as coaches in the sporthorse industry, in riding schools, or within the Pony Club movement.

Graduates will be capable of working under limited supervision with responsibility for work outcomes.

About the provider

Community Colleges NZ is a charitable training
establishment with six colleges South Island-wide. 
We have over 30 years' experience providing quality,
hands-on learning and currently offer practical training to
people 16+ years of age. Through our practical training
courses you'll gain NZQA unit standards and have the
opportunity to work towards NCEA and a recognised
New Zealand qualification. 

Additionally we operate a Youth Service and a Job Connection
programme. The goal of Youth Service is to assist young 
people (16-17 year olds) into education, training or work-based
learning. Our free Job Connection Programme for 18+ year
olds is designed to assist Work & Income referred clients 
into employment.