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Associate Diploma in Equine Care and Management at University of Guelph

University of Guelph, Canada

Programme overview

This two-year program provides students with the theoretical expertise, applied technical skills, and hands-on experience required by equine industry employers. It is well suited to individuals who are motivated to expand their knowledge and abilities in horse care and managing an equine-related business. A 140-hour industry externship at the end of the second year provides students with the opportunity to practice newly acquired skills, and work with equine management practices common to the industry.

Faculty: Ridgetown Campus, Ontario Agricultural College  |  Duration: 4 semesters  |  Study mode: full-time; co-op option available  |  Location: Guelph, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

A 140-hour industry externship at the end of the second year provides applied experience with equine management practices. The diploma requires 12.00 credits.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or equivalent) with a minimum 65% average in six Grade 11 and/or 12 courses including Grade 12 English and Grade 11 mathematics (Essential level and co-op courses are not considered). Applicants who do not meet this may be considered if they will be 19 years of age at enrolment and have been out of secondary school for at least one year, or on the basis of relevant work experience, practical knowledge, special skills or abilities.

Tuition and fees are billed by semester: Fall, Winter and Summer.

Apply through the official page: https://www.ontariocolleges.ca/en/

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