Equestrian Coach or Instructor Level 1

The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as an Equestrian Coach or Instructor Level 1. Equestrian Coach or Instructor Level 1 trains Equine and Equestrian for fundamental purpose. A competent learner shall display the following attributes: tenacity, interpersonal skills, punctuality, integrity, honesty, and loyalty. This qualification will benefit learners by providing them with knowledge and skills that will enable them to render their services with confidence, riding on the flat and over fences and the initial principles of teaching and coaching, and will enable coaches to work independently but managed by a senior coach with a higher level qualification. A qualified learner will be able to: • Train horses for fundamental purposes in accordance with the Equine and Equestrian standards. • Train riders for fundamental purpose in accordance with the Equine and Equestrian standards. • Display personal proficiency of identified task(s), within scope of work, for purpose (purpose may include but is not limited to the following: Equine, Equestrian and/or Equine and Equestrian combination).

In 2004 the then Equine Management and Equestrian Instruction Standards Generating Body (SGB) conducted research on the current status of the industry at that time, which found that the Equine and Equestrian Industry was fragmented. The mission was to provide for recognised South African qualifications for all occupations within the Equine and Equestrian industry. These qualifications will ensure that all Equine and Equestrian stakeholders align themselves with basic to advanced unified minimum national standards which are measured against international best practices. The Equine and Equestrian Industry is a high risk for both the Equine and Equestrian and it is critical to equip learners with appropriate skills and knowledge to ensure the safety of Equine, Equestrian and the public. This qualification is an entry qualification and will be accessed by learners that wish to progress in their career within the Equine and Equestrian Industry as an Equine or Equestrian instructor, continuing their learning within the industry for further job opportunities and to have past learning and industry experience formally recognised. Target learners are those who have completed an NQF Level 4 Equine or Equestrian related qualification and are currently involved in a range of equine and equestrian practices within the equestrian industry. Such practices may include but are not limited to leisure organisations; competition yards; racing stables; riding schools; tourism establishments; the mounted service organisations and riding for the disabled. Learners who successfully complete this qualification can advance their careers by enrolling in higher level equine or equestrian related qualifications. This will provide them with knowledge and skills that will enable them to take more responsibilities. The availability of qualified Equestrian Instructors within the Equine and Equestrian industry will ensure efficient and effective service delivery.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): RPL for access to the External Integrated Summative Assessment: Accredited providers and approved workplaces must apply the internal assessment criteria specified in the related curriculum document to establish and confirm prior learning. Accredited providers and workplaces must confirm prior learning by issuing a statement of results or certifying a work experience record. RPL for access to the Qualification: Accredited providers and approved workplaces may recognise prior learning against the relevant access requirements. Entry Requirements: The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is: • Further Education and Training Certificate: Equine Practices, NQF Level 4. Or • An NQF Level 4 Equine or Equestrian related qualification.

• Train horses for fundamental purposes in accordance with the Equine and Equestrian standards.
• Train riders for fundamental purposes in accordance with the Equine and Equestrian standards.
• Display personal proficiency of identified task(s), within scope of work, for purpose (purpose may include but is not limited to the following: Equine, Equestrian and/or Equine and Equestrian combination).