Sunday, August 29, 2010

Horse and Barn Management Courses

The Post and Courier reports in the article "Trident sets horse courses" that Trident Technical College will be offering three horse, barn, and farm management courses at their St. Paul Parish site this fall.  The courses are taught by trainers/instructors with more than 15 years of experience. The courses are held at 5231 S.C. Highway 165. Call 843-323-3800 for more information.


Here are the course listings from the Trident Tech Continuing Education website.

A Stable as a Business NEW!

This is a great short course for those currently in or wanting to be in the horse business. Learn the economic realities of running a horse business. Topics include money management, business plans, equine and business law, customer relations and services and record keeping. This one day, six-hour seminar is led by a 20-year veteran of all aspects of the stable business.
XPHV 501-503
10/16
S
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
$125
S
Basic Theory of Horse and Rider NEW!

Whether an experienced equestrian or a newcomer to the horse world, you will benefit from this course, which covers training programs for both riders and their mounts. Topics include horse psychology and physiology, rider muscular/skeletal systems, horse and rider interactions, training systems, equipment and rider position. Course is led by trainer/instructor with 20 years of professional instruction experience.
XPHV 501-502
10/2
S
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
$125
S
Horse, Barn and Farm Management

This two-day course covers the latest information to help you keep your horse healthy and happy. Topics include equine nutritional requirements, horse first aid, hoof health, parasite control and communicable diseases. Barn and pasture issues are also covered, including design and maintenance, horse-safe fencing and manure control. The instructor was a full-time equestrian for 15 years, managing barns and farms as well as riding and training programs.
XPHV 501-501
9/11-18
S
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
$225
S
* Register and pay for all three courses by Aug.15 and receive a $75 discount.

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