Industry courses

National Stud Apprenticeship Course

The Apprenticeship Course, in partnership with the British Racing School offers schools leavers a direct route into the Thoroughbred breeding industry Apprenticeships are an excellent way of gaining qualifications and workplace experience. The full time, residential course is completely FREE and allows you earn as you learn … more

The National Stud Diploma Course

The Diploma is a five month, full time residential training programme dedicated to the Thoroughbred breeding industry. The course combines practical experience working on a commercial stud during the busy breeding season (February to June) with theoretical lectures, visits, workshops and demonstrations relating to Thoroughbred breeding and racing. Students are supported and assessed during the programme using appraisals, projects, assignments and examinations relating to practical and commercial aspects of the industry. Successful students are awarded the National Stud Diploma certificate, in addition high achievers are presented with awards and prizes including significant travel bursaries..more

Racing industry courses

If you are interested in attending a training course that will enable you to work in a racing yard, you should contact:

The British Racing School

The Northern Racing College

Alternatively for work-based learning on a stud or in a racing yard contact:

Haddon Training