A.A.S. Equine Studies
Why Equine Studies?
This two-year degree is designed to give students a foundation in natural horsemanship and the ability to apply that knowledge in a practical manner to train working horses. Graduates will be prepared for a career in equine business and management, colt training, assistant trainer and facilities management, or allied industries such as feed, tack and equipment sales. The program is designed to give a broad base for any equine field. Internships are encouraged and will be available within all the different disciplines. Students should consult the catalog of the institution to which they expect to transfer and select appropriate courses in consultation with their advisor.Upon completion of this program graduates will be able to:
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A.A. Equine ManagementA.S. Livestock ManagementA.S. Pre-VeterinaryFirst Year - Fall Semester     14 Credits | Credits | |
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Business Mathematics | 3 | |
Intro to Ag & Env Resources | 1 | |
Introduction to Natural Horsemanship | 3 | |
Introduction to Equine Studies | 4 | |
Introduction to Animal Science | 3 | First Year - Spring Semester     16 Credits | Credits |
Horse Conformation and Selection | 2 | |
Horse Conformation and Selection Lab | 2 | |
Hoof Care Science | 1 | |
Hoof Care Science Lab | 1 | |
Natural Horsemanship: Building a Relationship | 3 | |
Starting Colts | 3 | |
Discover Biology | 3 | |
Discover Biology Lab | 1 | Second Year - Fall Semester     15(16) Credits | Credits |
Natural Horsemanship: Harmony with your Horse I | 3 | |
Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals | 3 | |
Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals Lab | 1 | |
Livestock Feeding & Nutrition | 3 | |
Livestock Handling and Ranch Roping | 3 | |
Communicating in a Dynamic Workplace | 2 | |
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Oral Communications Core Requirement | (3) | Second Year - Spring Semester     15 Credits | Credits |
Natural Horsemanship: Harmony with your Horse II | 3 | |
Developing the Young Horse | 3 | |
Equine Sales and Marketing | 3 | |
Intro to Technical Writing | 3 | |
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Intro to Business Writing | (3) | |
Accounting Procedures | 3 |
Please refer to the the Current Catalog for specific program details.