Foundation

In this online and accessible course, you'll gain a sound understanding of the core themes of environmental sustainability through the shared experience of Peter and Emma Hockenhull, who have been at the helm of Shade Oak Stud in Shropshire for three decades.

The course will guide you through five interactive, video-based modules, with interviews at Shade Oak showcasing what sustainability looks like in real time at a stud farm.

You'll understand what steps they make in building a resilient, self sufficient and financially sustainable stud, while casting a careful eye on sound stewardship of the land as part of their day-to-day operations.

Plus, there's also a podcast at the end of the course featuring Phillip Norden (Associate Partner at Ceres Rural) and Paul Overton (independent equine agronomist) in conversation with TB-Ed discussing land management subsidies for stud farms.

Intermediate

Post Birth is the final course in the Foaling the Mare Programme, exploring the period immediately after birth and the first 24 hours.

This in-depth online course is designed to support individuals with the knowledge to assist the safe and healthy foaling of Thoroughbred mares.  

Written by industry experts, Post Birth explores what you should be observing and checking post birth, how to spot areas of concern in the first 24 hours and how to safely and sympathetically handle a mare and newborn foal.

You’ll gain guidance on observing key indicators of the mare and foal’s health, understanding signs that could require veterinary intervention and how to ensure the well-being of both mare and foal post birth. 

There's also bonus content at the end of the course, with a Foaling the Thoroughbred Mare podcast. An experienced Stud Groom provides a fascinating insight from an established stud farm in the UK.

This course is currently free for current TBA members and ACCESS subscribers.

Intermediate

Three Stages of Foaling is the second course in the Foaling the Mare Programme and provides a comprehensive understanding of the Thoroughbred foaling process. 

The course focuses on safe handling practices, the three stages of labour, and post-foaling care for both mares and foals for the first 24 hours.  

You’ll learn about the natural behaviours and sensitivities of mares, recognise labour stages and understand when to perform routine care and seek veterinary intervention.  

Emphasis is placed on ensuring the safety and welfare of both the mare and foal, understanding signs of potential complications and applying measures to support the healthy delivery and early care of the newborn foal. 

This course is currently free for current TBA members and ACCESS subscribers.

Intermediate

Preparing for Foaling is a comprehensive online course designed to equip individuals with the knowledge to support the safe and healthy foaling of Thoroughbred mares.  

This first course in the Foaling the Mare Programme covers the essential preparation stages of the foaling process, from understanding the mare’s gestation period to preparing the foaling environment and recognising early signs of foaling.  

Learners will gain guidance on managing the mare’s health, understanding key indicators of readiness for foaling, and arranging suitable facilities and equipment to ensure the well-being of both mare and foal. 

This course is free for current TBA members and ACCESS subscribers.

Intermediate

Following the development of young stock from wobbly foals to supreme athletes is one of the great pleasures of Bloodstock breeding, so let us take you on a birth-to-sales-ring journey, courtesy of "Bella".

Watch the physical journey of our young star from her spring birth here in the UK, through weaning and sales preparation, to striding out in the yearling sales ring. This video-based short-course documents her physical development and features three videos that demonstrates her growth over an 18-month period. 

Foundation

Exclusive to TB-Ed, this online course is designed for anyone assisting in the preparation of yearlings for the sales.

Designed to equip you with the essential knowledge required for successful yearling sales preparation, this modular course covers every aspect of the process.

From conditioning to final presentation, this course offers a comprehensive approach tailored to allowing yearlings to thrive at the sales.

Intermediate

Outlining the main responsibilities and the essential elements of a role, a well written job description will help you with recruitment, staff development and staff retention on a stud farm.

Any job description should not be specific to a person, but instead to the job itself. In this short course, we'll help support your knowledge of: 1. How to create a job description, 2. What should be included in a job description, 3. When to use a job description, and finally 4. When to review a job description.

Intermediate

Want to learn how to conduct effective performance reviews (often called appraisals) on a stud farm? Are you managing employees in your role and want to understand more about performance management?

Crucial to the success of any breeding operation are your employees and getting the most out of your team is critical in providing the best care and welfare for your horses and clients.

This short course will you improve your understanding and knowledge of preparing for and conducting an effective performance review, whether it’s your first time conducting one, or you simply want to brush up on your skills as a manager.