Bhs??

[laurenluvsmonty]

Just wondering how old do you have to be to do you BHS exams?
lauren :D

[tracey_C]

you need to be 14 for the stage 1. have a look at www.bhs.org.uk under exams and training

tracey

[NuttyMare]

And there's me thinking you had to be 16 :rolleyes: :p

[laurenluvsmonty]

yea im 14 soon so thats good i also thought you had to be 16. Do you have to be 16 to to stage 2?
lauren x :D

[Volvic]

Here is what the BHS say about it:

Stage 1 (minimum age 14 years. It is envisaged that candidates under the age of 15 years may not have accrued the required skills/knowledge for this professional qualification.)

The candidate must understand the basic principles of horse care and, working under supervision, he/she must show some knowledge and practice of looking after a well-mannered horse in the stable and at grass. He/she must be capable of riding a quiet, experienced horse or pony in an enclosed space. Please see HERE for the full syllabus.

Stage 2 (minimum age 16 years)

Before entering the Riding section of this exam, the candidate must have passed the BHS Riding and Road Safety Test, see HERE for further details. Please note: Stage 2 exam candidates need to plan well ahead for their Riding & Road Safety Test, particularly during the winter months when not so many take place.

The candidate must understand the general management and requirements of horses for their health and well-being. Working under regular but not constant supervision, the candidate should be able to carry out the care of stabled and grass kept horses during all seasons of the year. He/she must have an understanding of how the horse adjusts his balance to carry a rider. The candidate must be capable of riding a quiet, experienced horse or pony in the countryside and on the public highway as well as in a manege, or indoor school. Please see HERE for the full syllabus.

For any other info from the BHS click here (http://www.bhs.org.uk/Examinations/Exams%20explained.htm#Stage%20exams)

[Colorado Sunset]

Nuttymare- you used to have to be 17 to do your stage 1, then the age went down to 16, now all of a sudden 14! Its changed very quickly, no wonder your confused :p

[laurenluvsmonty]

thank you everyone