Specification points

Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Equine Management 601/9064/4

36 points in 9 topics, with Edexcel's codes and titles.

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1 Equine Structure, Form and Function

1A Equine tissues
1B Equine biological systems
1C Equine structure, movement and stability

4 Work Experience in the Equine Sector

4A Investigate employment opportunities in the equine sector to target progression
4B Develop communication and interview skills to improve employment prospects
4C An equine placement for personal and professional development

5 Horse Tack, Equipment and Rugs

5A Tack and equipment for working and exercising horses
5B Fitting and maintaining tack for comfort and safety
5C Selecting, fitting and maintaining horse rugs

6 Equine Health and Husbandry

6A Explore management procedures to safely promote the health and safety of equines
6B Carry out the daily management activities required to support equine health
6C Handle, groom and clip equines to support their health and welfare

7 Preparation and Presentation for Competition Disciplines

7A Understand horse and rider turnout requirements for competitive sporting disciplines
7B Carry out pre-competition preparation for competition horses
7C Undertake the preparation of horses and vehicles for transportation

8 Equine Behaviour

8A Evolution and domestication of the horse and equine communication
8B Natural equine behaviour and learning in domestication
8C Observing equine behaviour to manage health and welfare

15 Riding Horses in the Open

15A Explore rider fitness to improve security and coordination while riding horses
15B Fitness training to improve control when riding in open spaces
15C Riding safely on roads

18 Estates Skills and Grassland Management

18A Explore estate skills and grassland management for the equine industry
18B Undertake estate skills and grassland management tasks to improve equine management
18C Managing others in estate and grassland tasks at an equine establishment

20 Introduction to Equestrian Coaching

20A Explore the process of planning equitation and stable-management lessons
20B Undertake equestrian coaching activities safely to improve participant performance
20C Reflect on equestrian coaching activities to develop coaching practice