British Showjumping Apprenticeship Programme

Monday 07 August 2017

Haddon Training are working in partnership with British Showjumping to deliver an innovative Showjumping Apprenticeship for riders aged 16-18 year olds, starting in September 2017.

Haddon Training is launching this unique apprenticeship programme that will give riders priority selection into the British Showjumping Advanced Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence (AASE) which will be available in September 2018. This apprenticeship programme is equivalent to achieving two A levels and provides individuals with confidence, competence and commercial speed needed to start a successful career within the equine industry.

To be eligible for this programme, you must be employed, have a contract of employment and work at least 30 hours per week. This interim work based training programme will include four residential camps where you will receive Showjumping coaching and development and complete a number of short courses/additional qualifications which include some of the below:

  • UKCC Level 1 in Coaching
  • First Aid Course
  • Groom Clean
  • Prevent Training
  • Young Equestrian Leader Award

You will also receive monthly visits from a vocationally experienced Trainer/Coach who will support you in the work place.

Due to recent reforms within apprenticeship funding, there will be no AASE programme launching in 2017. However, those who complete this Showjumping Apprenticeship will receive priority selection if you meet the entry requirements for the British Showjumping AASE programme launching in 2018.

Eligibility

Education and Employment

  • Aged 16-18 years old
  • Live or work in England or Wales and be able to attend training camps
  • Not have achieved a Level 3 qualification or higher in Horse Care
  • Be employed for a minimum of 30 hours per week
  • To have a formal employment contract

Showjumping

Please be aware to be eligible to progress on to the AASE programme in 2018, riders must meet the following criteria by September 2018;

  • 16 year olds to have jumped two double clears on horses at 1.10m or higher
  • 17 year olds to have jumped two double clears on horses at 1.20m or higher
  • 18 year olds to have jumped two double clears on horses at 1.25m or higher

Applications will close on Thursday 31st August. This is a unique opportunity and places are limited.

To make your application for the programme, please contact the Sport Team on 02476 698812 or sportteam@britishshowjumping.co.uk or Staci Cox at Haddon Training on 01672 518474 or staci.cox@haddontraining.co.uk.

 
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