The Association of British Riding Schools have partnered with Lingfield Equine Distance Learning to offer an affordable, certificated Equine CPD course for ABRS+ Riding School grooms and staff.
A professionally produced CPD course designed specifically for ABRS+ Riding School grooms and staff, supporting safe, efficient, and professional working practices within a commercial equine yard environment.
Equine Yard Work – a practical, work-based course for staff members working in, or preparing to work in, a commercial riding establishment. Ideal for those developing confidence, competence, and consistency in day-to-day yard duties.
- Distance learning to future-proof your business
- Build skills for today, tomorrow and beyond
- Fast, economical, flexible completion dates
- Easy and user-friendly
Note: The course is aimed at those working beyond foundation level in equine care. Adjustments can be arranged for those with more limited experience—please contact Lingfield at enrolment.
Course Overview
Employer-led, flexible training that can be tailored to fit your yard’s daily routine.
This distance learning course focuses on the core practical responsibilities of working on a professional equine yard, ensuring staff understand not only how tasks are carried out, but why they are essential for horse welfare, safety, and business efficiency.
- Daily yard routines and organisation
- Safe horse handling and working practices
- Mucking out standards and stable management
- Maintaining a safe and tidy yard environment
- Feeding routines and monitoring horse condition
- Tack care and equipment management
- Awareness of horse behaviour and welfare indicators
- Working effectively as part of a team in a commercial setting
- The course covers key aspects of equine yard work, including:
Content is designed to complement, not duplicate, practical riding or horse care training, with a strong emphasis on real-world yard responsibilities, consistency, and professional standards.
Outcomes
On completion, staff will:
- Demonstrate improved confidence in routine yard tasks
- Understand the importance of consistency, efficiency, and safety
- Work more effectively within a team environment
- Apply higher standards of care to horses and equipment
- Contribute positively to the smooth running of the business
The course supports employers in maintaining high welfare standards, safe working practices, and structured staff development.
Benefits
For Staff
- Guided, structured online training
- Flexible completion around working hours
- Immediate start
- Lifetime access to course materials (PDF format)
For Employers
- Evidence of staff training and CPD
- Training integrated into the working day
- Minimal employer input required
- Provider-assessed assignments
- ABRS+ certificated recognition (digital and printable)
- No need for travel or external training days
Additional Information
- Staff require access to a laptop or similar device to download course materials
- Support may be provided by a responsible adult if needed
Lingfield offers a discounted rate for group enrolments from the same yard, subject to coordinated enrolment and completion.
Enrolment
The Riding School proprietor must enrol and pay for their staff member(s) on this ABRS+ course.
For non-riding school participants or individuals self-funding, alternative open-access courses may be available via Lingfield.
