Equine Studies Degree

Feather River College Equine Studies was approved as a two-year Associate Degree program by the
California Community College Chancellor's office in 1987. This unique program offers college-level
coursework to students who wish to become professionals in horse-related enterprises.

         Career Opportunities and Assistance

Students gain the skills needed for jobs such as horse trainers, stable/pack station managers,
wranglers for guest ranches and resorts, packers/guides/outfitters for hunting and fishing
expeditions, mining and construction companies, and a variety of public agencies such as the
U.S. Forest Service.

Other horse related job opportunities include:

Courses combine balanced practical and scientific approaches to horsemanship and emphasize the business principles and skills necessary to successfully operate any horse enterprise. Among the topics specifically covered are:

• Western riding techniques
• Selection and care of equipment and tack
• Grooming and general care
• Horse behavior and psychology
• Equine anatomy and physiology
• Equine diseases and nutrition
• Breed characteristics and horse selection
• Breeding and reproduction
• Training philosophies and techniques
• Skills in guiding pack trips and horseback rides
• History and status of the equine industry

Equine Studies • Feather River College equinestudies@frc.edu • 530-283-0202 ext. 272 570 Golden Eagle Avenue • Quincy, CA 95971