
Careers

Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
All Levels
Online Learning/Online Course
Lesson Plans, Hands-on Learning Instructions
Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
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Keywords
Online, curriculum, certificate
AQHLearn
American Quarter Horse Association
AQHLearn: Education Beyond the Barn. A comprehensive online learning platform with horse studies courses for beginners to advanced, quizzes and certificates with free access for AQHA and AQHYA members!
Free

Collegiate or older
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
Advanced
Online Learning/Online Course
N/A
Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
N/A
Keywords
judging, management, professional-development
AQHUniversity
American Quarter Horse Association
Combining innovation with tradition to create a digital learning tool, American Quarter Horse University has something for everyone. Your courses are available at any time from any location with internet. You can reference materials as often as needed and tackle the course at your own pace.
$$$

All ages
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Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
All Levels
Digital publication
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eBooks, downloads, charts
AQHA eBooks
American Quarter Horse Association
Explore the free ebooks available from AQHA and download one today to start learning more about your favorite subject the Horse. Charts, coloring sheets, booklets and articles are free for download.
Free

Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
Beginner/Intermediate
Printed publication
Lesson Plans, Hands-on Learning Instructions
Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
N/A
Keywords
activities, curriculum, series
Junior Master Horseman
American Quarter Horse Association
Junior Master Horseman is a book series that uses activities to teach kids all about horses! These books are a perfect supplement for 4-H horse and pony clubs as well as classroom and rainy day craft sessions for any horse-crazy kid.
$

Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
Beginner/Intermediate
Online Learning/Online Course, Referral Service (i.e. directory of farms, stables, trainers, etc.), Website
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Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
N/A
Keywords
Equine Riding Hippology
IEA Resources
Interscholastic Equestrian Association
IEA offers multiple resources for online learning and beginning to ride. Online Hippology course access is $35/youth member. Lesson barn listings available on website as well as introductory program to showing horses.
Hippology Course $$ / Other resources Free

Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Collegiate or older
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
All Levels
Brochure, booklet, pamphlet (Digital), Online Learning/Online Course, Podcast, Referral Service (i.e. directory of farms, stables, trainers, etc.), Website
Hands-on Learning Activities
Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
N/A
Keywords
mentorship, podcast, curriculum
Amplify Horse Racing digital resources
Amplify Horse Racing
Amplify Horse Racing provides mentorship, online resources, a job board, and a podcast to help youth explore careers in the Thoroughbred industry.
Free

Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Collegiate or older
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
Intermediate/Advanced
Brochure, booklet, pamphlet (Printed), Brochure, booklet, pamphlet (Digital)
N/A
Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
N/A
Keywords
careers, horse racing
A Guide To Careers In Horse Racing
Harness Horse Youth Foundation
30 pages with brief description of careers in flat and harness racing, full color
Free

Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
Intermediate/Advanced
Educational Kit or Game
Hands-on Learning Activities
Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
N/A
Keywords
harness racing activities
HHYF Activity Box
Harness Horse Youth Foundation
box is full of 44 different fun fact sheets, word puzzles, games and more most of which have a harness racing theme
$$

Grades 9-12
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
Intermediate, Advanced
Website
N/A
Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
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Keywords
Leadership, Development, Youth
Equine Ambassador Program
Texas 4-H
The Texas 4-H Equine Ambassador Program strives to provide high school aged 4-H members the opportunity to develop and practice advanced leadership skills related to mentoring other youth, and to become advocates for the equine industry.
$$$$

Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Collegiate or older
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
All Levels
Website
Hands-on Learning Activities
Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
N/A
Keywords
equine health, veterinary, horse care
UC Davis Center for Equine Health
UC Davis Center for Equine Health
Variety of up-to-date equine health resources for owners, riders and trainers
Free

All ages
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
All Levels
Online Learning/Online Course, Video, Website
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Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
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Keywords
Video, Education, Free
USEF Learning Center
US Equestrian
US Equestrian’s Learning Center offers a vast library of videos featuring top athletes, trainers, and industry experts.
Free

Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Collegiate or older
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
All Levels
Podcast
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Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
N/A
Keywords
global equestrian industry
The Pegasus Podcast
Pegasus App
Conversations and interviews about the global equestrian industry, including equestrian macro and micro-economic trends and opportunities
Free

Collegiate or older
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
All Levels
Publication, book, textbook, magazine - Digital Material
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Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
N/A
Keywords
equine-assisted education research
Equine Assisted Services Research Report
Equine Assisted Services Research Report
A quarterly interactive digital directory lists and links to new peer-reviewed research in equine assisted services and horse-human interaction. The index sorts research notifications into more than 50 EAS and horse-human interaction topics. Designed for mobile and computer use, the index is ideal for higher education, professional, or personal reference.
$$$/year (4 issues)

Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
Beginner/Intermediate
Digital Course
N/A
Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
N/A
Keywords
Homeschool, horsemanship, morganhorse
Homeschooling Curriculum: A Journey through learning
American Morgan Horse Association
This is a binder-folder tailored specifically to the horsemanship program. It also counts as a 4-H credit.
$

Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
All Levels
Downloadable online
N/A
Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
N/A
Keywords
Morgan Horse, Merit program, AMHA Youth
AMHA Youth Merit program
American Morgan Horse Association
A 6 successive level program designed help you become a better horse person, increase your knowledge of the Morgan horse all while receiving recognition of your accomplishments
Free

All ages
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
All levels
digital publication
N/A
Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
N/A
Keywords
Dressage, Youth Dressage, Young Riders
YourDressage
United States Dressage Federation
YourDressage is a place for dressage enthusiasts across the country and beyond to share their adventures in dressage at every level, with every horse!
Free

All ages
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
All levels
Printed publication
N/A
Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
N/A
Keywords
Magazine, Education, Dressage News
USDF Connection
United States Dressage Federation
USDF Connection offers a thoughtful and informative mix of USDF and dressage-community news, educational articles, features on the issues and personalities who are shaping the sport of dressage in America, and essays and commentary by many of the most recognized and respected names in the sport.
$ (Free for USDF Members)

Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Collegiate or older
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
All levels
Online learning/online courses
N/A
Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
N/A
Keywords
Education, Health, Performance
USDF Virtual Education Series
United States Dressage Federation
The USDF Virtual Education Series hosts education sessions with industry professionals over a variety of dressage and equine education topics. USDF Members are eligible to sign up to receive the webinar link and access to the session.
Free (for USDF members)

Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Collegiate or older
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
All levels
Online learning/online courses
N/A
Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
N/A
Keywords
Judging, Dressage,
You Be The Judge
United States Dressage Federation
New USDF member benefit - View and judge a dressage test and then see how your scoring compares with a Licensed Dressage Judge. New tests added throughout the year and webinars will be scheduled to discuss the scoring with the presiding judge.
Free (for USDF members)

Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Collegiate or older
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
All levels
Online learning/online courses
N/A
Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
N/A
Keywords
Dressage
Masters Symposium, presented by Black Horse One
United States Dressage Federation
With hours of exclusive educational content, you can choose from topics including Degree of Difficulty, Road to Paris, Difficult Situations, and more! Explanation, discussion, and video examples provide an excellent resource and learning tools for the various topics.
Free (for USDF members)

Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Collegiate or older
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
All levels
Online learning/online courses
N/A
Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
N/A
Keywords
Training, Health
USDF Virtual Events
United States Dressage Federation
USDF Virtual Events provide members with the opportunity to expand their knowledge beyond the ring. USDF Education credits are awarded for completion.
Free (for USDF members)

Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Collegiate or older
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
All levels
Online learning/online courses
N/A
Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
N/A
Keywords
Judging, Sports Psychology, Education
USDF General Education Courses
United States Dressage Federation
USDF General Education Courses provide members with the opportunity to expand their knowledge beyond the ring. USDF Education credits are awarded for completion.
Free (for USDF members)

Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Collegiate or older
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
All levels
Online learning/online courses
N/A
Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
N/A
Keywords
Trainer, Instructor, Lungeing
USDF Instructor/Trainer Development Courses
United States Dressage Federation
USDF Instructor/Trainer Development Courses provide members with the opportunity to expand their knowledge beyond the ring. USDF Education credits are awarded for completion.
Free (for USDF members)

Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Collegiate or older
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
All levels
Podcast
N/A
Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
N/A
Keywords
Training, Dressage, podcast
Dressage Radio Show
United States Dressage Federation
The world’s premier and longest running podcast about the elegant world of dressage and the official podcast of USDF. Hosted by two Grand Prix riders the Dressage Radio Show is a training based show laced with exciting interviews, book reviews and news from the world of dressage.
Free

All Ages
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
All Levels
Publication (print & digital)
N/A
Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
N/A
Keywords
Paint Horse Journal, PHJ
Paint Horse Journal
American Paint Horse Association
ThePaint Horse Journal is APHA’s quarterly flagship publication that takes you to the heart of the Paint Horse industry. We celebrate APHA members and their horses, while striving to help you enjoy meaningful experiences with your Paint.
$-$$

All ages
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
All Levels
Website/App
N/A
Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
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Keywords
horseIQ, interactive learning
horseIQ.com
American Paint Horse Association
horseIQ is an interactive equine learning platform that brings you quality content by collaborating with equine associations, organizations, and institutions. Our courses are designed to help exhibitors, professionals, judges, and competitive horse judgers reach their goals at the barn and in the show pen!
Free-$$$

All ages
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
All levels
Podcast
N/A
Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
N/A
Keywords
Podcast, Hunter Jumper
On Course podcast
United States Hunter Jumper Association
Free

All ages
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
All levels
Digital publication
N/A
Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
N/A
Keywords
Equine, Hunter Jumper
USHJA Resources
United States Hunter Jumper Association
Free

Collegiate or older
Type of
Resource
Target Audience
Skill Level
Advanced
Online learning
Lesson Plans/Hands-on Learning Instructions
Additional Resources
Additional
Languages
N/A
Keywords
Trainer, Coach, Instructor
Instructor Credential
United States Hunter Jumper Association
$$
