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Horse Careers

Learn all about the horse careers available to horse people and those desiring to work with the horse industry. The horse industry has such a variety of vocational options. It's not just about being a barn manager, trainer, or riding instructor. Horse Illustrated and Young Rider explore careers as an equine business marketer, equine body worker, veterinarian, novelist, nutritionist, equine extension specialist, horse photographer, mounted police officer, horse rescue director, horse show judge, university equine faculty, course builder, equine lawyer, show manager, horse camp counselor, saddle fitter, owner of a horse boarding facility, and much more. Find your perfect horse vocation.

Mastering the basics of good photography will help you create appealing sales photos, keepsake portraits of your friends and their horses, or beautiful works of art to decorate your home. Every year, we ask our Horse Illustrated photo contest...
Riding with a qualified instructor who meets your needs and skill level can help you reach your goals and work to your full potential. The demand for qualified instructors seems to be growing, and there are many educational programs...
 Q: My wife and I would like to start up a breeding and boarding operation. What do we need to know before starting our farm?A:Combining a love for horses with a family-run business venture sounds like an appealing...
Q: I am currently in high school, and I'm interested in becoming an equine vet. What should I look for in a college program? Can I do internships or anything else now that will help me with this career...
As April 15 looms, horse owners and equine business owners join the millions of other U.S. citizens preparing their annual tax returns. With many people around the country struggling due to the challenging economy, it only makes sense to...
For Associate's Degree programs, click here. For Bachelor's Degree programs, click here. Back to College Equine Studies Programs >> California State University Fresno, CA www.csufresno.edu Degree: B.S. Equine Science; M.S. Animal Science Intercollegiate Team: NCAA Hunt Seat; NCAA Western Accreditation: Western Association of Schools and Colleges Colorado State...
For Associate's Degree programs, click here. For Post-Graduate Degree programs, click here. Back to College Equine Studies Programs >>Asbury University Wilmore, KY www.asbury.edu Degree: B.S. Equine Management; B.S. Equine Facilitated Therapies Intercollegiate Team: None Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and SchoolsAuburn University Auburn, AL www.auburn.edu Degree: B.S. Animal Science...
For Bachelor's Degree programs, click here. For post-graduate degree programs, click here. Back to College Equine Studies Programs >>Black Hawk College Kewanee, IL www.bhc.edu Degree: A.A.S. Equestrian Science Intercollegiate Team: None Accreditation: North Central Association of Colleges and SchoolsBluegrass Community and Technical College Lexington, KY www.bluegrass.kctcs.edu Degree: A.A.S....
In the old days, horse trainers, breeders and managers learned their trade solely through apprenticeships or from family members. A high school education wasn't considered necessary, much less a specialized degree. Today, internship and working student positions are still...
Q: I'm interested in becoming a riding instructor and I'd like to find a good certification program. Do I need to go through a college or University?A: It has often been pointed out that most states require hairdressers to...
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