Growing your career: Apprenticeships in the thoroughbred breeding sector

For many young people and career switchers, the world of the thoroughbred breeding industry can sound exciting but also a bit unknown. Fortunately, there are several pathways you can follow to earn while you learn, gain practical experience and start building a career in breeding, yard management, stud work and beyond.

The National Stud

The National Stud is one of the most recognised training hubs for the breeding world in the UK. They offer a range of education and apprenticeship pathways including the Level 2 Equine Groom Apprenticeship and the advanced Level 3 workplace programmes. Find out more here.

Careers in Racing

This website offers lots of valuable advice on careers and apprenticeships. This is a great place to get an overview of opportunities and industry expectations. Explore the website here.

The Racing Schools

The British Racing School (BRS) and the National Horseracing College (NHC) have been a cornerstone for training in racing and associated equine disciplines. They host a foundation course and yard-based apprenticeships to give you practical experience in horse care and stable work. Find out more here.  

To get to know more about the learning and development options in the stud farming sector, visit the TBA website here. Not ready to make the change just yet? Why not check out some of the free resources on TB-Ed or visit a stud farm during National Racehorse Week to discover more.