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Equestrian Teacher-Trainer
Bachelor of Science

This program prepares dedicated, talented individuals to take positions of responsibility as riders, trainers, and riding instructors. Students are also prepared to provide top quality management of an equine facility. Practical application of knowledge and skills provides the student with the opportunity to gain the proficiency necessary to be successful in his or her chosen field.


60-63 semester credits including
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AC 101 Accounting Principles I 4 SH
BI 238 Mammalian Anatomy and Physiology I 3 SH
BI 239 Mammalian Anatomy and Physiology II 3 SH
EQ 109 Introduction to the Equine Industry 3 SH
EQ 110 Horse Care Practicum 4 SH
EQ 113, 114 Hunter I, II 1 SH
EQ 127 Dressage I 1 SH
EQ 132, 133 Stadium Jumping I, II 1 SH
EQ 145, 146 Eventing I, II 1 SH
EQ 202 Management of Equestrian Activities 3 SH
EQ 203 Management of Equestrian Facilities 3 SH
EQ 210 Equine Health 4 SH
EQ 250/350 Internship in Equine Studies 2-5 SH
EQ 302 Training I 2 SH
EQ 303 Training II 2 SH
EQ 316 Methods and Materials of Teaching Riding I 4 SH
EQ 317 Methods and Materials of Teaching Riding II 4 SH
EQ 320 Equine Nutrition 4 SH
EQ 331 Equine Lameness and Conditioning 4 SH
EQ 401 Equine Venture Consulting 3 SH
EQ 402 New Venture Creation for the Equine Industry 3 SH

Other recommended courses for Teacher-Trainer majors include

BI 205 Microbiology 3 SH
BI 333 Animal Behavior 4 SH
CH 103 General Chemistry I 3 SH
CH 104 General Chemistry II 3 SH
DN 216 Anatomical Kinesiology 3 SH
EQ 170-79/270-79/370-79 Special Topics in Equine Studies 1-4 SH
EQ 230 Course Design 2 SH
EQ 340 Judging 2 SH



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