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The Teagasc Authority approved the introduction of means testing of maintenance grants for students attending Further Level Courses at Teagasc and Private Agricultural Colleges in 2012.

Means testing will apply to Teagasc Level 5 and Level...

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The Teagasc Authority approved the introduction of means testing of maintenance grants for students attending Further Level Courses at Teagasc and Private Agricultural Colleges in 2012.

Means testing will apply to Teagasc Level 5 and Level 6 full-time courses for the academic year 2022/2023.

Teagasc student maintenance grants are paid through Teagasc and the grant scheme is managed by Teagasc. The Teagasc grant scheme will be implemented along the lines of the National Student Grant Scheme 2021 but varies in respect of what 'add backs' are used to determine overall reckonable income.

Please note that applicants cannot apply to Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) to be means tested for a Teagasc Student Maintenance Grant.

All queries on Teagasc Student Maintenance Grants should be directed to:

Email: teagascmaintenancegrant@southwestern.ie
Phone: 0818 161 000

Additional information can be accessed at: https://www.teagasc.ie/education/going-to-college/student-maintenance-grants/

Expand+Qualifications: These programmes are validated by QQI and lead to a Level 5 Certificate in Horsemanship Award (5M3371) and a Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Equine Breeding (6M3507).

Covid19 Contingency Planning
In line with government/HSE guidel...

Hide-Qualifications: These programmes are validated by QQI and lead to a Level 5 Certificate in Horsemanship Award (5M3371) and a Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Equine Breeding (6M3507).

Covid19 Contingency Planning
In line with government/HSE guidelines, your college or centre will advise you on specific COVID-19 requirements as they arise including social distancing requirements, COVID-19 hygiene and etiquette best practice, and if necessary personal protection equipment that you yourself may need to provide and wear.

Elements of your course will involve remote delivery and online learning. To engage with the programme and to facilitate learning you should have access to the internet, a working email and a desktop/laptop/notepad or other suitable device.

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Teagasc, Kildalton College, Piltown, Co. Kilkenny. Students attend Kildalton College for course work prior to completing a practical learning period on some of the best stud farms in Ireland.

Stud Management Industry
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Teagasc, Kildalton College, Piltown, Co. Kilkenny. Students attend Kildalton College for course work prior to completing a practical learning period on some of the best stud farms in Ireland.

Stud Management Industry
The Irish thoroughbred industry contributes an estimated €1.9 billion to the economy and close to 29,000 direct and indirect jobs. Stud management career opportunities include stud hand, head person, barn manager, foaling manager, sales preparation manager, assistant stud farm manager, bloodstock agent, pinhooker and stallion handler.

Aim: To equip the learner with the knowledge and skills to find employment in responsible positions in the equine industry, gaining experience in breeding, young stock production and the management of an equine enterprise.

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Sample Content for Teagasc Level 5 Certificate in Horsemanship (Stud Management) Programme
QQI Code / Title / Level / Credits
5N3355 Stable and Yard Routine 5 30
5N1433 Work Practice 5 15
5N0690 Communications 5 15

Plus 6...

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Sample Content for Teagasc Level 5 Certificate in Horsemanship (Stud Management) Programme
QQI Code / Title / Level / Credits
5N3355 Stable and Yard Routine 5 30
5N1433 Work Practice 5 15
5N0690 Communications 5 15

Plus 60 credits from the following electives
5N3357 Young Horse Training Techniques Elective 5 30
5N3360 Anatomy and Physiology Elective 5 15
5N3364 Horse Breeding Elective 5 15

Sample content for Teagasc Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Stud Management Programme
QQI Code / Title / Level / Credits
6N3482 Horse Breeding (Stud Mgt) 6 30
6N3483 Pasture Management Stud 6 15
6N1947 Work Practice (Stud Mgt) 6 15
6N3389 Conformation and Evaluation* 6 15
6N3388 Anatomy and Physiology* 6 15
LP001 Leadership 6 30
AE005 Equine Business 6 15

*Choice of module will be at the discretion of the college/centre

Expand+There are a number of career opportunities in supporting or service provider roles. There are good employment opportunities in the industry in Ireland and internationally, including work on stud farms, training yards and other equestrian enterprises....

Hide-There are a number of career opportunities in supporting or service provider roles. There are good employment opportunities in the industry in Ireland and internationally, including work on stud farms, training yards and other equestrian enterprises. Former students have found employment in the UK, USA, Japan & Australia.

Progression
Students with this Level 5 award may apply to the Teagasc Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Stud Management programme. Progression to a higher education course may be possible through the higher education links scheme. Please contact the relevant higher education institute for further information.

Graduates of the Advanced Certificate progress into employment in the industry