Study Method Online
Provider Online Courses Australia Pty Ltd
Start Date Enrol anytime

Course overview

Are you passionate about entering the exciting world of equine care and psychology? If your heart beats for horses, this opportunity is tailor-made for you.

Have you always wanted to secure a role within the Equine field? Perhaps you have always had a natural knack for caring for horses and their foals.

Whether you’re looking to delve into equine behaviour for a deeper understanding of your equine companion, an experienced rider, working with livestock, residing on a station, or actively engaged in the equine industry, our Horse Care & Equine Psychology Course is tailor-made!

Developed in collaboration with esteemed animal experts, our 100% online course bundle boasts no prerequisites and offers flexible payment plan options.

3 Comprehensive Courses, 1 Affordable Price

Make the smart move.

You could spend a lot of money on course fees (and hours) studying in person at a traditional training institution. Alternatively, you could start your online learning journey and study at your own pace without entry requirements and dedicated one-on-one tutor support. This course includes all the topics from the following credentials:

  • Horse Care & Equine Psychology Course

  • Animal Welfare hosted by Dr Kate Adams of Bondi Vet

  • Pet Care hosted by Dr Kate Adams of Bondi Vet

Don’t miss the chance to turn your horse passion into a fulfilling career or a deeper personal connection. Our Horse Care & Equine Psychology Course empowers you to grasp the essence of these majestic creatures while building a solid foundation for animal health.

Enrol now to get instant lifetime access to our Course Bundle and start learning how to take care of horses immediately.

Job outcomes

  • Stable Hand Worker/Trainee

  • Equine Groomer

  • Equine Therapist Assistant

  • Equine Writer or Blogger

  • Horse Trainer

  • Horse Riding Instructor

  • Equine Photographer/Videographer

  • Equine Event Coordinator

  • Veterinarian Assistant/Administration

  • Veterinarian Nurse *via our Pathway Program

  • Animal attendant

  • Animal welfare officer/caseworker

  • Animal carer/foster

  • Animal refuges and welfare organisations

  • Pet shop team member

  • Equine Breeder (within licensing)

  • Animal accommodation facilities (e.g. stables)

  • Horse trainer

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Study method

  • Online Online info icon
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended Blended info icon
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class In-class info icon
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual Virtual info icon
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Duration study load

75 Hours

Delivery

100% online – Enrol at any time and study on your own terms. Assessments are designed to improve comprehension rather than test the recall of facts in a timed setting.

Assessment

  • Assessments are short answer and multiple choice

Testimonials

  • "Highly Recommend! Course is Superb! Easy to use and so informative! This is a fantastic course whether you’re interested in working for a vet, a rescue, or just learning more about animal care and welfare! The staff are amazingly helpful and supportive, which is superb for an online course as I also like a personal touch. There are actual people behind the app to help if needed, and they’re great! Highly recommend to anyone involved in learning more about animal welfare or interested in a career in this field! 5 stars all the way!"
    Rhonda Lepsch
    Horse Care & Equine Psychology Course

Additional information

  • Instant access (simply enrol online, anytime)

  • Fast turnaround on marking (within 1 business day)

  • One on one mentor support

  • Live chat, 7 days a week

Subjects

  • Introduction to Equine Psychology

  • Equine Communicative Behaviour

  • Reproduction and Stallion Behaviour

  • Behaviour of Foals and Ponies

  • Training Horses

  • Horse-Human Relationships

  • Equines Environmental and Social Behaviour

  • Equine Locomotive Behaviour

  • Unusual and Problematic Behaviour

  • Horse Care & Equine Psychology

    BONUS: Animal Welfare Course hosted by Bondi Vet Dr Kate Adams

  • Managing Animal Welfare Needs

  • Complying with Animal Welfare Requirements

  • Apply Principles of Animal Behaviour

  • Apply Animal Welfare and Handling Requirements

  • Rescue Animals and Apply Basic First Aid

  • Animal Health Information Resources

  • Animal Welfare for Wild Animals: Free and Captive

  • Caring for Young Animals

  • Animal Welfare for Pets, Working Animals and Animals in Sport

  • Animal Welfare for Farm Animals

    BONUS: Pet Care Course hosted by Bondi Vet Dr Kate Adams

  • An Introduction to Pet Care

  • Provide Basic Care for Cats

  • Provide Basic Care for Dogs

  • Provide Basic Care for Freshwater Fish

  • Provide Basic Care for Birds

  • Provide Basic Care for Reptiles and Amphibians

  • Provide Basic Care for Rodents and Rabbits

  • Provide Dog Grooming Service

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Payment options

  • Flexible Payment Plans Available

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About Online Courses Australia Pty Ltd

Online Courses Australia (OCA) helps you gain real skills, real confidence, and real credentials without putting your life on hold. Whether you’re starting fresh, changing directions, or levelling up, our flexible online learning is designed to fit around your lifestyle so you can keep moving forward while you study.

With 100+ courses across 25 industries, OCA gives you access to practical, outcome-driven learning built for real-world application. We make education more accessible with flexible payment plans and finance options, so you can invest in your future in a way that works for you.

Our “Learn and Earn” approach means you don’t have to pause your life to progress, and with lifetime access to course materials, you can revisit and refresh your knowledge whenever you need. Combined with engaging, high-quality learning experiences, OCA is built to help you grow with confidence and momentum.

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