New Zealand Certificate in Equine Skills

The purpose of this qualification is to provide the equine industry with individuals who have entry level skills and knowledge to work safely around horses, and enter into or continue onto further employment in the equine industry.

This qualification is targeted at people with no or little prior experience with horses, or who have recently begun work in an equine industry workplace.

Graduates will benefit by having a qualification that provides an introduction to the equine industry.
The industry will benefit from this qualification by having entry level staff who are able to work safely and effectively around horses, and thereby contribute to overall workplace safety and productivity.

Graduates will be capable of working under close supervision.

The National Trade Academy provides New Zealand and international students with training and education that leads to New Zealand qualifications in a range of land based industries including; Agriculture, Equine, Horticulture and Animal Care.

At our specialist Agriculture & Equine Training Centre in Christchurch, New Zealand, we cater for New Zealand students, international students and school students.

We also offer international students English language courses at our NTA English Academy in Central Christchurch which can include unique New Zealand experiences, such as General English from Beginner to Upper Intermediate, English plus Horse Riding and English plus Agriculture.