Equine Studies
Program Manager:
Jim Knight
Student Success Advisor Name:
Catrina Chapple
Student Advisor Phone:
208-732-6253
Student Advisor Email:
cchapple@csi.edu
Program Overview:
This program prepares students to work in many aspects of the horse industry and it prepares students for managing their own horses. This program will equip the student with a solid foundation in horse health, anatomy, breeding and nutrition and other topics vital to employment in today’s equine industry.
Gainful Employment:
Gainful Employment data for this program may be found on the department web page: https://www.csi.edu/ge/Equine
Program Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the Equineprogram, a student will be able to:
- Classify, evaluate, select, and manage horses based on anatomical and physiological characteristics.
- Evaluate a horse’s body condition and identify the common causes of unsoundness and possible treatments.
- Identify the bones and muscles of the horse and their location and insertion points.
- Explain the scientific principles of equine reproduction and the process of fetal development.
- Provide the proper health care for horses including disease prevention and minor treatment procedures.
- Apply principles of horse nutrition to ensure the proper growth, development, reproduction and economic production of horses.
- Apply principles of business including management, marketing, tax issues, contracts, and insurance.
Program Requirements for Admission:
Program Application Required
Career Information:
Animal Trainers