Equine Technology - Martin Community College

Equine Technology from Martin Community College is a Campus Associate Equine degree that prepares you for a Agriculture career. Curriculum The Equine Technology curriculum is designed to prepare students for positions within the horse industry. The curriculum is management oriented, preparing graduates for the widest range of available equine jobs; areas of specialization may be pursued during a summer internship and co-op program. Farm management, breeding, nutrition, selection/judging, and health are covered in detail; training, teaching, and riding are also included. Students are assigned a horse and practice day-to-day management at the college's equine facility. Martin Community College is the only community college in North Carolina that offers this program. Careers The equine graduates' wide spectrum of knowledge suits them for jobs with many different types of equine operations. Typical entry-level positions include: Assistant Breeding Farm Manager Assistant Trainer Barn Manager Equine Equipment Salesperson Groom Pharmaceutical Salesperson Riding Instructor Tack Salesperson The summer Co-op program provides students the opportunity to work in the horse industry and expand skills in his/her area of interest. Past Co-op experiences have included summer riding camps, private farms, and training operations covering all breeds and equine areas of employment. View more details on Martin Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Equine courses.