Provide appropriate hoof care for horses

Challenge reference: 5777

Notional learning hours  20
Level Entry 3
Subject area
Preparing for Adulthood pathway
Vocational area
Skill
Learning aim

The learner will be able to safely provide appropriate hoof care to horses.

Learning context

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Learning outcomes

What the learner needs to know, understand or be able to do

The learner will:

  1. Be able to provide appropriate hoof care to a horse.

  2. Be able to work safely.

Assessment criteria

What the learner need to demonstrate in order to meet the learning outcome

The learner can:

    • Demonstrate that they are able to identify parts of the hoof
    • Explain what two parts of the hoof are for
    • Explain the importance of appropriate hoof care
    • Demonstrate that they can clean out a hoof using a hoof pick
    • Demonstrate cleaning and storing PPE and other equipment safely
    • Demonstrate maintenance of the health and safety of self, others, and animals during the activity