Develop good horsemanship skills while grooming

Challenge reference: 4989

Notional learning hours  20
Level Entry 2
Subject area
Preparing for Adulthood pathway
Vocational area
Skill
Learning aim

The learner will be able to identify and use correct brushes in order to groom a horse correctly and show safe working practice.

Learning context

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Learning outcomes

What the learner needs to know, understand or be able to do

The learner will:

  1. Know how and why you should groom a horse.

  2. Know how to safely groom a horse.

Assessment criteria

What the learner need to demonstrate in order to meet the learning outcome

The learner can:

    • Identify and show knowledge of which brushes are to be used and where on a horse
    • State two reasons why it is important to groom a horse correctly
    • State two safety steps that must be followed in order to maintain personal safety whilst grooming a horse
    • Demonstrate grooming a horse following the correct safety procedures