MCCCD Program Description

Major: 5025
Effective Term: 2020 Fall

Award: CCL
Total Credits: 44-45
CIP Code: 01.0307

Instructional Council: Agriculture/Equine Science
GPA: 2.00

SOC Code: Upon completion of this certificate, students may pursue a career as:
45-2021.00 Animal Breeder (Horse Breeder, Stallion Manager)
45-1011.08 Equine Facility Manager
39-2011.00 Horse Trainer; Racetrack Outrider
39-2021.00 Horse Groomer; Horse Show Braider
27-2021.00 Professional Rider
27-4021.00 Equine Photographer

Upon completion of additional occupational or higher education programs, students may pursue a career as:
19-1011.00 Equine Scientist
19-1023.00 Zoologist and Wildlife Biologist
39-2021.00 Farrier; Equine Massage Therapist
27-2023.00 Horse Show Judge
29-2056.00 Horse Veterinary Technician
41-3021.00 Equine Insurance Agent
41-4011.00 Equine Product Sales and Marketing Representative
25-9021.00 Equine Extension Specialist
27-3022.00 Equine Journalist
25-2031.00 High School Equine Science Teacher
29-1131.00 Veterinarian
25-1041.00 Postsecondary Equine Science Teacher
33-3051.00 Mounted Police
33-3031.00 Fish and Game Wardens
19-1031.02 Land Management Supervisor

Description: The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Equine Science is an innovative and balanced approach to learning, designed to prepare students for various careers in the equine industry. The program combines a broad-based curriculum of equine science classes with practical hands-on experiences. Students have the opportunity to work with renowned horse professionals while learning the skills and knowledge it takes to be a professional in the equine industry. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Equine Science is also available.

Required Courses

BPC110 Computer Usage and Applications (3) OR
CIS105 Survey of Computer Information Systems (3) 3

EQS105 Principles of Equine Science 3
+ EQS120 Equine Anatomy and Physiology 4
EQS130 Equine Business and Law 3
+ EQS140 Equine Behavior 3

EQS162 Equine and Stable Management I (2) OR
+ EQS162VT Equine Management for the Veterinary Technician (2) 2

+ EQS200 Principles of Equine Nutrition 3
+ EQS220 Equine Reproduction 3
+ EQS225 Equine Health and Disease Management 3
+ EQS250 Equine Evaluation 3
+ EQS264 Equine and Stable Management II 4
+ EQS275 Equine Lameness 4

+ EQS280 Equine Science Internship (3) OR
+ EQS285 Equine Science Practicum (2) 2-3

+ EQS283 Special Event Internship 1

Credits: 41-42

Restricted Electives
ASL+++++ Any ASL American Sign Language course(s) 4 EQS175 Introduction to Equine Therapies 3 + EQS283 Special Event Internship 1 MGT253 Owning and Operating a Small Business 3 MKT110 Marketing and Social Networking 3 MKT263 Advertising Principles 3 SPA+++++ Any Spanish language course 3	Credits: 3

General Electives
	Credits:

Learning Outcomes
1. Implement safety protocols in the health, care, management, and handling of individual or groups of horses at various life stages according to industry standards. (EQS105, EQS120, EQS130, EQS140, EQS162, EQS162VT, EQS175, EQS200, EQS220, EQS225, EQS250, EQS264, EQS275, EQS280, EQS283, EQS285) 2. Apply equine related business, facilities, and event management best practices within the industry. (EQS130, EQS162, EQS162VT, EQS175, EQS200, EQS220, EQS225, EQS264, EQS275, EQS280, EQS283, EQS285, MGT253, MKT263) 3. Utilize emerging technologies for management, marketing, research, and communication. (ASL+++++, EQS105, EQS120, EQS130, EQS140, EQS162, EQS162VT, EQS200, EQS220, EQS225, EQS264, EQS275, EQS280, EQS283, EQS285, MGT253, MKT110, MKT263, BPC110, CIS105, SPA+++++) 4. Apply scientific knowledge, including health and disease, nutrition, reproduction, and anatomy and physiology, to critically evaluate the various components of equine management. (EQS120, EQS140, EQS162, EQS162VT, EQS175, EQS200, EQS220, EQS225, EQS250, EQS264, EQS275, EQS280, EQS283, EQS285, BPC110, CIS105) 5. Identify legal issues and safety standards within the equine industry. (BPC110, CIS105, EQS105, EQS130, EQS140, EQS162, EQS162VT, EQS175, EQS200, EQS220, EQS225, EQS250, EQS264, EQS275, EQS280, EQS283, EQS285, MGT253, MKT110) 6. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with diverse populations on equine related subjects. (ASL+++++, BPC110, CIS105, EQS105, EQS120, EQS130, EQS140, EQS162, EQS162VT, EQS175, EQS200, EQS220, EQS225, EQS250, EQS264, EQS275, EQS280, EQS283, EQS285, MGT253, MKT110, SPA+++++) 7. Apply anatomical evaluation techniques to successfully manage serviceability of the equine based on form and function. (EQS105, EQS120, EQS162, EQS162VT, EQS175, EQS200, EQS220, EQS225, EQS250, EQS264, EQS275, EQS280, EQS283, EQS285) 8. Identify preventive protocols and rehabilitative modalities for continued equine health and performance. (EQS120, EQS162, EQS162VT, EQS175, EQS200, EQS220, EQS225, EQS250, EQS264, EQS275, EQS280, EQS283, EQS285) 9. Practice industry accepted professional standards and ethical behavior as a steward for equine welfare. (EQS105, EQS120, EQS130, EQS140, EQS162, EQS162VT, EQS175, EQS200, EQS220, EQS225, EQS250, EQS264, EQS275, EQS280, EQS283, EQS285, MGT253, MKT110)
+ indicates course has prerequisites and/or corequisites. ++ indicates that any suffixed course may be selected. MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: April 23, 2019

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