Copyright 2018

Course Code: 8094

Suggested Grade Level: 10, 11, 12

Duration: 36 weeks

Prerequisites: 8080

Course Description:

This course focuses on equine nutrition, handling and training techniques, grooming and foot care, anatomy and reproduction, transportation and stable management, as well as required safety procedures and protocols used in the equine industry. Participation in FFA activities, leadership development events (LDEs), and career development events (CDEs) is encouraged.

The Virginia Administrative Code regulates the class size for this course. For additional information, see 8VAC20-120-150, "Maximum class size," or contact the Virginia Department of Education Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education at cte@doe.virginia.gov.