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Explore how evolution and domestication have shaped equine behaviour, influencing how horses respond to training and management.
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Learn to interpret body language, understand herd dynamics, and apply this knowledge to training and management.
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Develop an in-depth understanding of how horses communicate using body language, facial expressions, and vocalisations. Learn to recognise and interpret these signals to improve handling and training techniques.
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Gain a thorough grounding in learning theory, reinforcement methods, and associative learning to develop reliable, ethical training strategies.
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Understand the core principles of developing reliable behaviours. Learn how to shape responses, implement reinforcement schedules, and troubleshoot common training challenges.
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Examine the fundamental behavioural needs of horses and how to ensure training methods support their well-being. Learn about the NAC Training Matrix and the ESAW (Ethics, Suitability, Action, Welfare) framework for ethical decision-making in training and management.
J Allen –
It’s helped deepend my understanding of behaviour & training
I really enjoyed it. I’ve been using positive reinforcement as a training method for years but I believe you can always learn more. I’ve now learned the correct terminologies used and I have more of an understanding of negative reinforcement. It’s helped deepen my general understanding of behaviour and training and given me ideas for a different approach in some of my work. I mainly use r+ with donkeys and have done work with horses as well but I’ve never considered the impact of the use of aids or r- in ridden work as I’ve always done ground work training. Overall, very informative and very enjoyable!
F Walker –
I would definitely suggest this course, even as an experienced equestrian.
My expectations being an introductory course were that it wouldn’t contain as much information as it did or be in depth.
I was really surprised and also glad that I have done the course and would definitely recommend doing this before the diploma course, If training in this way is new I would definitely suggest this course even if an experienced equestrian, there is so much to learn.
The depth and length is just right coupled with the explanatory videos and links to references makes it a really comprehensive course. Haven’t quite finished yet but it gives you a taste for more and makes you appreciate the depth of knowledge and understanding that The NAC have.