This 2 1/2 day course will give you a great introduction to trimming and even the opportunity to trim your own horse by the end. You will practice trimming in a supervised setting.
This unique program allows you to learn from and practice your skills with industry professional instructors, all while allowing you to earn a wage working in the industry! You will acquire the skills you need to provide intensive professional care to elite racehorses.
You will acquire the skills you need to exercise race horses on a track. With support from Horse Racing Alberta and industry professionals you will receive your hands on training at the Century Mile Racetrack in Nisku Alberta.
This course utilizes both theory-based knowledge training and hands-on massage for your horse. Some prior knowledge of equine anatomy will assist learners to gain the maximum knowledge and benefit from this course; however, it is not required.
Participants will learn some equine first-aid basics and how they can help in a first-aid situation. They will also get hands-on learning and receive workbooks and a certificate of completion.
