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3.00 Credits
Students learn safe and effective techniques for training the green or unbroken horse for various disciplines, as well as develop skills to critically analyze various trainers and strategies. The course includes discussion sessions, during which students view and evaluate professional trainers. The labs include hands-on practice of groundwork, including round-penning, classical lunging, and long lining with a strong emphasis on safety and developing a positive attitude in the horse. The training horses will be introduced to harness and/or saddle as well as desensitization training. Introduction to actual riding or driving will depend on each training horse's rate of progress. 2 hours of lecture and 2 hours of lab per week. Prerequisite: EQS 1022. [Course fee: $150.00]
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2.00 Credits
This course is designed to teach students to recognize anatomical issues with a horse's hoof and leg structure and to evaluate the care provided by a farrier. They will learn how to do a basic hoof trim and to provide emergency care until the farrier can arrive. 1 hour of lecture, 2 hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: EQS-1021 and EQS- 1022 or with permission of the instructor. Lab Fee required.
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1.00 Credits
fall/spring Emphasis in each course is placed on assisting each student's development at his/her pace and introducing all students to a variety of riding and driving methods. Students will continue to learn about correct use of tack for various disciplines or purposes, as well as correct technique in their choice of dressage, jumping, hunt seat equitation, stock seat/Western, or driving. Not all topics will be covered in each course, but all topics will be addressed within the sequence, which every student must complete in the correct order. Note: all students are encouraged to take at least one semester of dressage, of driving, and of Western horsemanship. 2 hrs/riding lessons per week. Prerequisite: EQS-1022or equitation course in the sequence.
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3.00 Credits
Students in this course will review equine- specific cases and learn about structure, risk, liabilities, and other pertinent topics necessary to running a successful equine-related business. The course will include in-depth examination of differences, advantages, and disadvantages of different structures for equine businesses; equine liability laws; insurance issues; and equine contracts. 3 hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: None.[Course fee: $150.00].
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on refining and developing the green and the schooled horse. Attention will be given to long lining, lunging, producing lightness and acceptance of the aids and correct muscle development and way of going. The horse will demonstrate relaxation and suppleness through balanced movements, quality gaits, and smooth transitions. Strategies for eliminating resistance and improving the horse's way of going will be introduced with the goal of keeping the horse fresh and happy in its work. 1 hour of lecture and 4 hours of lab per week. Prerequisite: EQS 2011 with a C or better. [Course fee: $150.00]
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3.00 Credits
This course provides analysis of effective teaching techniques for equine riding and/or driving instruction for beginners to beginner/ intermediate riders, including the psychological factors that influence rider/horse interaction. There are opportunities for observing, assisting with, and providing instruction. Students will begin to accumulate hours toward the required total necessary for ARIA certification testing. 2 hours of lecture and 2 hours of lab per week. Prerequisite: None. [Course fee: $150.00]
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an in-depth exploration of issues relating to equine health management, including signs of health and illness; diseases and their causes; preventative and maintenance care measures; and emergency care for horses. 3 hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: AGR 2030 and VET 1020.
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2.00 Credits
This course provides the historical and social context of the ever-increasing popularity of therapeutic riding and driving programs. Students will learn about how such program are operated, the clientele they serve, and the crucial role that therapy horses play in people146s lives. There will be opportunities to meet individuals involved with such programs and to visit an operational equine therapy program. 2 hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: None.
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3.00 Credits
Students will continue to develop their skills as riding and/or driving instructors, including class preparation, assessment of student progress, and variety of teaching methods used. After completion of Riding Instruction I and II, students should have a strong foundation of riding instruction experience. They will be able to apply for Level I Certification with the American Riding Instructors Association. If a sufficient number of students are interested, ARIA testing can be conducted at Vermont Technical College. 2 hours of lecture and 2 hours of lab per week. Prerequisite: EQS 3031 with a grade of C or better. Lab Fee required.
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3.00 Credits
Under the joint supervision of the Program Director and a mentor, when necessary, students will propose, gain approval for, and complete a research project in a specific area of the equine industry. The project will include a hands-on component (unless an exception is granted by the Program Director) and will conclude with a substantive written report and an oral presentation. 3 hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: None.
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