BHSQ
Level 1
QN: 501/1852/3
Curriculum Active
BHSQ Level 1 Certificate in BHS Riding Horses
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by BHSQ. Classified as a Occupational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 180 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 1
Awarding Body
BHSQ
Syllabus Units
1 Units
Guided Hours
180 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Riding horses on the flat and over ground poles in the light seat
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to lead a saddled and bridled horse in hand
- Be able to ride safely and in harmony with the horse and in conjunction with others
- Know the footfalls of the horse’s normal gaits and whether the horse is balanced
- Be able to mount and dismount a horse
- Be able to safely adjust stirrups, girth and reins when mounted
- Be able to maintain a secure and balanced position that is independent of the reins, when riding with stirrups
- Be able to maintain a secure and balanced position that is independent of the reins, when riding without stirrups
- Be able to maintain a balanced, light seat that is independent of the reins, in preparation for jumping and working over poles on the ground
- Be able to show a basic understanding of the natural aids
- Be able to ride on the correct diagonal
- Be able to handle a whip that does not exceed 75cm/30inches
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 501/1852/3
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- BHSQ
- Qualification Type
- Occupational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Jan 2011
- Operational End
- Aug 2026