AT CAFRE Enniskillen Campus the Equine Apprenticeship students had plenty to smile about at the end of 2020 as they completed their British Horse Society (BHS) Stage 2 exam.

The Level 2 Apprenticeship offers students the opportunity to ‘earn as they learn’ whilst achieving a recognised qualification.

This programme helps students develop valuable skills and gain a recognised qualification whilst employed in the industry. Apprentices on this programme attend CAFRE Enniskillen Campus for short training blocks throughout the year as well as completing weekly online theory sessions.

Kerry Creighton from Carrickfergus who is employed at Dalways Bawn Livery Stables said: “I am just thrilled to get my BHS Stage 2 exam. I really enjoy my time at CAFRE. The blended learning approach really suited me and allowed me to work full-time as well as gaining a qualification. During lockdown it was brilliant that we could carry on learning online which meant we could complete our exam as soon as restrictions eased.”

For more information on the wide range of equine courses on offer at CAFRE, visit https://www.cafre.ac.uk/disciplines/equine/.