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Scheduled Online CPD Courses

  • Last reviewed: 1st April 2025
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Live webinars and training to improve your knowledge and understanding.

Online scheduled CPD courses

Woodlands Training - Sarah Simpson - Various Courses

All courses start at 7pm count as 2 CPD points

For more information please visit Woodlands Training

18 Mar - Equine Nutrition, Competition Horses, Young Horses, Veterans 

20 Mar - Bits and Biting

25 Mar - Getting Competition Horses Fit

26 Mar - Coaching Skills relevant for all BHS qualifications

2 April - BHS Stage 4 Business Management Presentation session 1 of 4 

9 April - BHS Stage 4 Business Models Session 2 of 4.

16 April  - BHS Stage 4 Business Models. Session 2 of 4.

30 April - Grassland Management Session 4 Business Management 

1 May - Coaching Dressage 

6 May - BHS Stg 2 Coaching Lesson Plans 

7 May - Coaching Show Jumping 

12 May - BHS Stg 3 & Stg 2 Coaching Theory 

15 May - Coaching XC 

21 May - BHS Stage 3 Coaching Lesson Plans

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Dressage Ringcraft Training for Trainers various dates

These interactive webinars will be particularly useful to Stage 3 and 4 candidates as we will look at the movements from Intro to elementary.

During the Zoom we will cover …


- exactly what the Dressage Judge needs to see in a variety of movements

- breaking down training, warm up and test riding for individual types

- how the Scales of training marry up and reflect scores

- clear definitions

- the new dressage tests and what this means for us as trainers

- an opportunity to ask well established List 3a and FEI judge (Alex Gingell) anything you like! 

25th Mar 1pm-5pm Book Now

8th Apr 1pm-5pm Book Now 

Foundations for Excellence in Equestrian Coaching programme - 3rd, 10th,17th,24th February 2025

7pm - 8:30pm |  5  CPD points  | Special price available only to & BHS APCs & Centre APCs & Happy Brain Centres.
£139 pp

Full Price: £150pp

The Hindquarter – The Power Engine - 22nd March 2025

2 CPD points  | £30 

2 - 4pm 

The hindquarter is where the power for the forward motion should come from. The lumbo-sacral- pelvis junctions are complex and the biomechanics can be impaired for many reasons. It can alternate the normal posture and motion. The pathology of the area will be described and related to the Equine Myofascial Kinetic Lines.

 

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BHS Argyll Bit Fitting Online Talk By Jane Cumberlidge - 25th March 2025

2 CPD points  | £5 

7 - 9pm 

The bit and bridle act as a communication interface between horse
and rider. Correct fit is essential for clear communication, comfort, welfare
and performance – but how do you know whether or not your bit and bridle fit
well? In this talk, Jane will cover the anatomy of the head and mouth in
relation to bit and bridle fit; how bits work and what needs to be considered
when selecting a bit; how bit and bridle fit effect the horse’s way of going and
how to assess if your current bit and bridle fit well. 

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Anthelmintic resistance and the importance of fibre for digestive health - 27th March 2025

1 CPD point  | Free

7 - 8:30pm 

In the first half of the session, Professor Jacqui Matthews BVMS PhD FRSE FRCVS, the Director of Veterinary Science at Austin Davis Biologics, will be talking about anthelmintic resistance in equine parasites, including an introduction to equine helminths and how resistance to wormers occurs. She will also cover an overview of approaches horse owners can take to help reduce resistance risk.
In the second half of the session, Katie Reeve MSc (Dist.), an Equine Nutritionist at Dengie Horse Feeds, will cover the importance of fibre for digestive health in the horse. This will include a background on the differences between fibre and forage, as well as a look into some of the key parts of the horse’s digestive system and the problems that may occur if insufficient fibre is consumed.
After the presentations there will be a live Q&A, and following the webinar, attendees will be sent a link to complete 15 multiple choice quiz questions to assess their knowledge and understanding.

 

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Pain in the neck, which equine cervical issues can cause poor performance? - 27th March 2025

2 CPD points  | £25

7 - 8pm 

The cervical spine plays an integral role in the biomechanics of equine
locomotion. There are various pathological conditions that can affect the region of the neck in the horse. Not all radiographic findings are related with clinical problems for the horse. The aim of the webinar is therefore to give an overview on the pathological conditions that can occur and interpret them in light of the clinical picture.

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better weaning for mare and foal - 1st April 2025

2 CPD points  | £15

Understand Horses presents a webinar with equine scientist Dr Aline Bouquet on weaning practices and their implications for health and welfare. In this webinar, equine scientist Aline Bouquet explains that a greater understanding and consideration of artificial weaning practices can empower horse owners and carers to make better informed choices. Key topics covered: What is the difference between artificial weaning and natural weaning? What are the short and long-term consequences of artificial weaning on equine physical and psychological health and welfare? How different management practices may alleviate or worsen artificial weaning stress What happens to mares during artificial weaning? Debunking myths: common misconceptions surrounding artificial weaning Practical solutions: how do I wean my foal(s) to maximise short- and long-term welfare and what can I do to help their weaning stress recovery

7 - 8:30pm 

 

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Sustainable worm control and further benefits of fibre for equine health - 2nd April 2025

1 CPD point  | Free

7 - 8:30pm 

Professor Jacqui Matthews BVMS PhD FRSE FRCVS, the Director of Veterinary Science at Austin Davis Biologics, will be talking about sustainable worm control in horses, including why it is important and methods that we can all implement to reduce infection risk in our horses through risk assessments and testing. In the second half of the session, Katie Reeve MSc (Dist.), an Equine Nutritionist at Dengie Horse Feeds, will outline on the importance of fibre for digestive health in the horse, but the presentation will primarily focus on the other benefits that fibre can bring to the horse’s diet. This includes as a key source of energy and nutrients, but also for supporting other aspects of horse health such as dental health, hoof health, thermoregulation, behaviour, immune function and the lymphatic system. After the presentations there will be a live Q&A, and following the webinar, attendees will be sent a link to complete 15 multiple choice quiz questions to assess their knowledge and understanding.
Equine Grass Sickness - 2nd April 2025

1 CPD point  | £5

Intro to EGS and prevalence. EGS Biobank,
reporting and interactive platform, current research. Effects of weather
conditions & risk model. Organoids, progress and potential use in diseases including EGS. EGS is the largest killer with an unknown cause in horses, yet it is still wildly unknown about. The BHS has supported the EGS biobank and is now looking to raise awareness of this disease and encourage owners through our APC's to learn more about the disease and to offer samples to the biobank if EGS is suspected.

7 - 8:30pm 

HORSE TRAINER FOUNDATION CERTIFICATE - 5th April 2025

6 CPD points  | £1349 (Early bird £999) - 20 week course starting 5th April 2025

This unique training programme is delivered over 20 weeks by horse trainer and behaviourist Trudi Dempsey, who has more than 30 years experience training horses and horse owners. This comprehensive course provides the knowledge and
practical skills necessary to become a skilled horse trainer who can effectively train and support equines and their human caregivers. It covers a wide range of training objectives, from specific tasks to general behaviours, and includes equine learning theory, non-ridden activities, preparation for ridden work, and essential husbandry care practices. Selected course content is also provided by equine behaviourist Justine Harrison. Students will benefit from a thorough
understanding of how horses learn and how to safely and effectively apply a wide range of training techniques while ensuring optimal equine welfare. You will learn how to:

• Apply the principles of equine learning theory and its practical
application.

• Train a variety of tasks including in-hand and preparation for
riding

• Creatively apply positive reinforcement techniques for a range of
clients

• Use chains and sequences to reduce reinforcement without stress

•Create cooperative care protocols for low stress husbandry

• Recognise and improve your creative training skills

• Set up the best training environment for your learner to succeed

• Coach humans in training their equines

• Create safe and effective training plans tailored to your learners

• Support the client
relationship

• Interpret equine body language and behaviour

• Build duration and distance in the behaviours you train

• Add cues and put behaviours under stimulus control

• Employ errorless learning techniques

• Apply frameworks that prioritise positive reinforcement-based techniques

• Troubleshoot problems your client may have

• Collect data to support training

• Conduct in-person and remote training sessions

• Set up, market and develop your business

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The Equine Craniomandibular Region: Assessment and Treatment Concepts - 6th April 2025

2 CPD points  | £30 6th April 2025

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and cranial cervical region is a complex area, and can be the site of clinical issues and poor performance. The session will cover the anatomy and function of the equine temporomandibular joint and cranial cervical region. The session will explore a physiotherapist's perspective on assessment of the region, and how we can manage symptoms related to dysfunction of the same.

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Navigating Employment Law: Best Practice for Coaches and Yard Owners - 8th April 2025

1 CPD point  | Cost £7

7pm - 8pm

Do you run a yard and employ staff? 
Are you aware of the recent changes to National Minimum Wage? 
Are you aware of the consequences of misclassifying staff and providing incorrect employment contracts?

This event will help you identify and mitigate risks, ensuring your business is protected and you avoid costly legal issues. 

Understanding and Assessing Equine Pain - 12th April - 10th May 2025

6 CPD point  | Cost £279 (Early bird £199)

9am 12th April to 9am 10th May. 

This instructor-led course will give you a practical understanding of equine pain. Veterinary behaviourist Roxane Kirton, equine
behaviour consultant Justine Harrison and veterinary physiotherapist Holly Gallacher will look at how to recognise and assess equine pain and discomfort from physiological and behavioural perspectives. You will have access to 4 weeks of learning – including video lessons, group Zoom meetings for weekly live chat, discussion in a dedicated forum, real-life case studies and practical advice.
You will learn: • What pain is and how it affects the horse • The relationship between pain and behaviour • The behavioural indicators of pain • How to identify subtle signs of discomfort in the horse • How to recognise pain in the ridden horse • How to perform a clinical assessment • How to identify forelimb and hindlimb lameness • How to identify biomechanical dysfunction • The biomechanics of engagement • Case studies.
Can horses suffer from PTSD - 6th May 2025

1 CPD point  | Cost £15

7pm - 8:30pm 

- Understand Horses presents a webinar with neuroscientist and equine behaviour consultant Emma Lethbridge on post traumatic stress in horses.

Key topics covered:

How trauma impacts the horse’s brain and behaviour

Behavioural signs that might indicate PTSD in horses

The mechanisms of trauma and stress in animals.

What research tells us about trauma, memory, and stress regulation in both human and animals.

Differences between human PTSD and trauma in horses

The role of training, management, and environment in recovery

Practical ways to support horses who have experienced stress or trauma

The Coach’s Role in Clean Sport - 6th may 2025

1 CPD point  | £7

You will learn tips to reduce the chances of contamination 
The quantities of substances which can be detected 
Where to find the latest information on banned substances.

7pm 

Diploma in Equine Training & Coaching - 2nd June 2025

6 CPD points  | £3250  - 10 Month course starting 2nd June 2025

NOCN, ABTC & UKRS Accredited Level 4 Equivalent Equine Behaviour Equine Training Coaching & Coaching Principles Health & Welfare.

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Veterinary 'Spring Time for Horses' Online Talk - 19 March 2025

In this talk, Shaun will cover laminitis, common causes of lameness and back pain. Spring time not only brings a peak in laminitis, but also in general orthopaedic problems as horses rested over the winter are brought back into more regular riding.

Aiming to help horse owners to recognise the early signs of foot and back pain, so that they can manage and potentially prevent these conditions recurring in horses. He will also highlight the important signs that would indicate when a vet’s help should be sought.

£5 per person

Time - 7-8pm

1 CPD Point

To book- https://bookwhen.com/bhswales/e/ev-sb1a-20250319190000