EQUINE STEWARDSHIP (EQS I): Students will develop their ability to act as stewards for the horse through the utilization and integration of knowledge, critical analysis of standards of operation, and ethical decision-making.
Outcomes: The student’s ability to be an equine steward will be demonstrated through:
TEACHING PROFICIENCY (EQS II): Through a progressive course of study and mentorship, students will learn to become competent and safe instructors of a basic equitation class.
Outcomes: The student’s competency as a basic-level riding instructor will be demonstrated through:
EQUESTRIAN SKILLS (EQS III): Students in equitation classes will progress their skills in a safe and effective manner following the training standards in one or more disciplines/seats of riding.
Outcomes: Students will develop and demonstrate skills in progressively challenging levels of classes. Progression of skills will be demonstrated by: