What is an apprenticeship in the horseracing industry and how can you get involved? This week (8th – 12th February 2021) we are celebrating National Apprenticeship Week and throughout the week we will be guiding you through the process on our social media channels of how to gain an apprenticeship in the horseracing industry. At the National Horseracing College (NHC) we …
Two National Horseracing College (NHC) Foundation Course graduates, Tiegan Alexander (group 20.03), and Georgia Fenwicke-Clennell (group 20.02), have both made excellent progress in their portfolio work as part of the Level 2 Apprentice in Racehorse Care qualification. Both graduates, who work for trainer Micky Hammond Racing in Middleham, North Yorkshire after graduating from the NHC in December 2019 (Georgia) and …
Since the return of learners at the NHC early in July, we have ensured that correct measures and strict safety procedures are put in place throughout the college, as the health and safety of both learners and staff are paramount. Our decision to re-commence Foundation Course training was taken after careful and detailed deliberation on a host of factors including, …
Our instructor team and yard supervisors work tirelessly each and everyday teaching, supporting, nurturing, and sharing with our learners their extensive knowledge and experience of the horseracing industry. They know what a racehorse trainer requires in a member of their stable staff team because they have dedicated many years of their own careers to working in hands-on positions in racing …
Gemma, who joined Middleham trainer Micky Hammond on graduating from the National Horseracing College (formally Northern Racing College) in 1998, at the age of 17, was given the highest accolade available to stable staff in 2016 when she was named ‘Employee of the Year’ at the annual Godolphin Stud and Stable Awards and received her trophy and cash prize from …
Come along to one of our Open Mornings, where you will: – Meet the NHC team – Enjoy watching a riding demonstration on the gallops (weather permitting) – Explore our unique facilities – Have a go on the simulators – Meet the horses – Get an overview of what the foundation course involves The Open Morning starts at 10am prompt …
The Doncaster Equine College holds open days throughout the year. They provide young people, their parents, guardians, carers and career advisors with the opportunity to have a look around the College and to meet the learners who are currently on the equine courses. The day starts with a tour of the yards, a presentation and meet the team. You will …