Equine Management

Equine Management is a progressive four- or five-year program, depending on when a student enters The Stables. It introduces them to agriculture, teaches horsemanship skills, and prepares them for successful careers in the equine industry. 

Students start out by learning about the agriculture industry, the different sectors and career options while concurrently learning the basics of horse care, handling, and nutrition.  As they progress through the program, students learn intermediate and advanced skills in horsemanship, veterinary science, and business administration.  As juniors and seniors, they can gain hands-on job training in co-op placements as well as direct internships in the local equine industry. 

This program provides each student with life skills and works directly with local organizations, businesses, and community supporters to facilitate a smooth transition into a skilled workforce.  

At the Horse Park

The Stables is housed within the Kentucky Horse Park on the property of Central Kentucky Riding for Hope (CKRH), a PATH Premier accredited therapeutic riding center.  FCPS students are not only enrolled in the Equine Management program, but also immersed in a culture of equine-assisted learning where the benefits include skills related to problem solving, analysis of activities, tolerance, effective communication, and reflection. The work here facilitates social, emotional, and cognitive development. 

Our students can see the value in what CKRH provides to the local community and participate in community outreach activities.  In addition, CKRH is a fully operational horse farm where students get to work hands-on with the animals and see what it takes to run an equine business.