Located in Waverly, West Virginia, Meredith Manor is a nationally accredited equestrian career college. The focus of the studies include training, equine massage, teaching, breeding, horse health, business management, farrier and forging, and barn management. Through theory and practical course study, students can help a horse to achieve higher levels of mental and physical performance. The programs offered are bachelor's or associates degrees. Financial aid is offered for those who qualify. The college is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training, and is licensed by the State College System of West Virginia.
This college near Kewanee, Illinois offers two equestrian programs. One is an Associate Degree in Horse Science Technology and the other is a certificate in Horse Science Technology. Upon graduation, students will be well-equipped to enter into employment in such areas as raising, breeding and managing horses. The program curriculum includes practical and classroom study. The associate degree is a two-year program and the certificate course is a minimum of 30 hours. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
Located in Long Valley, NJ, Centenary offers an extensive equine degree program for both a Bachelor of Science in Equine Studies and Associate Degree in Equine Studies. The bachelor's program offers studies in equine business management, riding instruction and training, communication for the equine industry, and equine science. The associates degree is a two-year degree in equine studies and an Equine minor is also offered. A degree in equine studies can lead to jobs as a veterinarian technician, therapist, chiropractor and exercise physiology.
Other colleges that offer horse training degree and certificate programs in the U.S. include California State University Fresno, Central Texas College, Ellsworth Community College in Iowa, Kirkwood Community College in Iowa, Mount Ida College in Massachusetts, Northwest College in Wyoming, the University of Arizona and Lamar Community College in Colorado.
United Kingdom schools include Duchy College Equestrian Centre in Stoke Climsland, Calllington and the Isles of Scilly; Hartpury College in Gloucestershire; Keits in Hertfordshire; the College of Animal Physiotherapy in Buckinghamshire; and The Open College of Equine Studies in Suffolk.
Australian schools include the University of Queensland; the Illawarra Institute, TAFE, NSW; and Western Sydney Institute, TAFE, NSW.