Course overview

In order to apply to BHA for a Trainer's Licence you must have completed the Trainers Course

This has been designed specifically for the racing industry and is a nationally recognised, skill-based qualification. The awarding body for the qualification is 1st 4 Sport.

About the course

Course overview

In order to apply to BHA for a Trainer's Licence you must have completed the Trainers Course

To achieve Module 1, applicants for licences and permits to train must complete the following in the order outlined:

1. Attainment of Level 3 Diploma in Work Based Racehorse Care and Management

This Diploma has been designed specifically for the racing industry and is a nationally recognised, skill-based qualification. The awarding body for the qualification is 1st 4 Sport.

To obtain a Level 3 Diploma you first need to register yourself for the qualification by contacting the BRS. You will then be sent log in details for OneFile for you start working through at home. You are advised to plan well ahead (minimum two months) and contact The British Racing School as soon as possible regarding your assessment.

2. Attendance on and completion of a one-week course in Racehorse Management at the BRS in Newmarket

The course will give you an insight into:

Recognition and diagnosis of lameness
Feeding and nutrition
Farriery and remedial shoeing
Handicapping
Purchase and selection of bloodstock
Training and fitness
Licensing/racecourse procedures
Gallops construction and maintenance
Role and responsibility of the NTF
Vets in racing
Horse health including cardiovascular health, infectious respiratory disease and EIPH

3. Attendance at a one-day seminar at Weatherbys in Wellingborough.

No exemptions from undergoing Module 1, as outlined above, will be considered unless the applicant has trained 50 runners and five winners under the Rules of a recognised Turf Authority.

Course requirements

Applicants must have already attained their Level 3 Diploma in Racehorse Care and Management

This has been designed specifically for the racing industry and is a nationally recognised, skill-based qualification. The awarding body for the qualification is 1st 4 Sport.

Course Costs

£810

This cost covers tuition, materials and sustenance. Accommodation is available at an additional cost.

Dates

Course Dates

  • Apply 10/02/2025 - 14/02/2025
  • Apply 13/10/2025 - 17/10/2025
  • Apply 09/03/2026 - 13/03/2026

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To find out more information or for an application to attend the Trainers Module – 1 with The British Racing School please contact Beth Sullivan on elizabeth.sullivan@brs.org.uk or telephone 01638 675907.

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