Have you achieved your Level 2 Equine Groom Apprenticeship (Racing)? Or, are you already working as a senior or experienced racing groom? If so, then you’re ready to commence the next step, the Level 3 Senior Equine Groom Apprenticeship (Racing).
Turn the work and responsibility you undertake every day into a Level 3 qualification that supports real career progression.
WHAT YOU GET:
✔ A nationally recognised Level 3 qualification
✔ Earn while you learn — no course fees
✔ Training done in the yard, not a classroom
✔ Support from a qualified tutor
✔ Increased confidence, leadership and decision-making skills
✔ Improved career prospects within the racing industry
✔ Formal recognition of your experience and responsibility
✔ Functional Skills in English and Maths (if you’re under the age of 19 and don’t already hold a GCSE Grade 4 (or above))
WHO’S IT FOR?
✔ Racing staff of all ages
✔ Experienced grooms taking the next step into senior-level positions
✔ Staff already taking on responsibility in the yard
✔ People serious about long-term careers in racing
✔ Those seeking senior roles, leadership and progression
📍 Yard-based training, on the job
⏱ Fits around normal yard hours with some self-study
🗓️ Start at a time that suits you
⏱ Typically 18 to 24 months to complete
ABOUT THE APPRENTICESHIP
The Level 3 Senior Equine Groom (Racing) Apprenticeship is an advanced, work-based qualification for individuals employed 15 hours or more per week in a Licensed Racing Yard or *Point-to-Point Yard in England.
* Racing experience must be gained on a licensed racecourse; a Point-to-Point racecourse does not meet the qualification criteria.
The programme supports development in:
✔ Managing the daily care, fitness and welfare of racehorses
✔ Planning and overseeing routines, exercise and yard organisation
✔ Preparing horses for racing and supporting race-day operations
✔ Monitoring health, soundness and condition, and reporting concerns
✔ Maintaining high standards of horse welfare and biosecurity
✔ Applying advanced safe working practices to industry standards
The Level 3 Diploma is a mandatory requirement for all prospective licensed racehorse trainers and permit holders.
