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    Edexcel Vocational Animal Care & Veterinary

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    Ofqual Regulated: 601/9064/4
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    Official Regulatory Specification

    Regulated by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) in England

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    Qualification Number (QN)
    601/9064/4
    Awarding Organisation
    Pearson Edexcel
    Regulatory Type
    Vocationally-Related Qualification
    National Level & Units
    Vocational • 9 units
    Sector Subject Area: Animal care and veterinary science
    This qualification is officially accredited under the national framework. Credits and certified outcomes are recognised by employers, further education colleges, and training providers throughout the UK.

    Qualification Units

    9 units

    How this qualification is graded

    Assessment follows the awarding organisation’s published requirements. Check the exact unit methods and grading rules with your provider.

    Horse Tack, Equipment and Rugs

    Understand key principles, terminology and concepts of Horse Tack, Equipment and Rugs. Apply practical skills, procedures and techniques in Horse Tack, Equipment and Rugs. Evaluate performance, standards and best practices for Horse Tack, Equipment and Rugs

    3 learning outcomes

    Equine Health and Husbandry

    Understand key principles, terminology and concepts of Equine Health and Husbandry. Apply practical skills, procedures and techniques in Equine Health and Husbandry. Evaluate performance, standards and best practices for Equine Health and Husbandry

    3 learning outcomes

    Estates Skills and Grassland Management

    Understand key principles, terminology and concepts of Estates Skills and Grassland Management. Apply practical skills, procedures and techniques in Estates Skills and Grassland Management. Evaluate performance, standards and best practices for Estates Skills and Grassland Management

    3 learning outcomes

    Work Experience in the Equine Sector

    Understand key principles, terminology and concepts of Work Experience in the Equine Sector. Apply practical skills, procedures and techniques in Work Experience in the Equine Sector. Evaluate performance, standards and best practices for Work Experience in the Equine Sector

    3 learning outcomes

    Introduction to Equestrian Coaching

    Understand key principles, terminology and concepts of Introduction to Equestrian Coaching. Apply practical skills, procedures and techniques in Introduction to Equestrian Coaching. Evaluate performance, standards and best practices for Introduction to Equestrian Coaching

    3 learning outcomes

    Equine Structure, Form and Function

    Understand key principles, terminology and concepts of Equine Structure, Form and Function. Apply practical skills, procedures and techniques in Equine Structure, Form and Function. Evaluate performance, standards and best practices for Equine Structure, Form and Function

    3 learning outcomes

    Preparation and Presentation for Competition Disciplines

    Understand key principles, terminology and concepts of Preparation and Presentation for Competition Disciplines. Apply practical skills, procedures and techniques in Preparation and Presentation for Competition Disciplines. Evaluate performance, standards and best practices for Preparation and Presentation for Competition Disciplines

    3 learning outcomes

    Riding Horses in the Open

    Understand key principles, terminology and concepts of Riding Horses in the Open. Apply practical skills, procedures and techniques in Riding Horses in the Open. Evaluate performance, standards and best practices for Riding Horses in the Open

    3 learning outcomes

    Equine Behaviour

    Understand key principles, terminology and concepts of Equine Behaviour. Apply practical skills, procedures and techniques in Equine Behaviour. Evaluate performance, standards and best practices for Equine Behaviour

    3 learning outcomes

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