FIELD AGRICULTURE, FORESTRY AND FISHERIES
Review of Equine unit standards
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Subfield |
Domain |
Id |
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Equine |
Equitation |
1619-1622, 6587, 6589, 6592, 6596-6602, 6604-6610, 6616 |
The NZ Equine Industry Training Organisation has completed the review of the standards listed above.
Date new versions published July 2008
Planned review date December 2013
Summary of review and consultation process
A review of the equine unit standards listed above was required to determine whether the standards remained fit for purpose for a further five years. The NZ Equine Industry Training Organisation consulted stakeholders, namely sector, moderation groups, and accredited providers, seeking feedback on the effectiveness of the standards.
A group of 28 equine tutors met at the national equine tutor's moderation meeting held in Palmerston North in November 2006, as a precursor to the review of Equine standards scheduled for 2007. The group of equine providers and tutors reviewed the standards to ensure the content was consistent with industry practices and to draw upon the practical experience gained from assessing and training trainees against the standards. The review was also aimed at improving the clarity of the standards, removing inconsistencies, and ensuring content was relevant, continued to keep abreast of current industry practice, and was fair and equitable for trainees. The resultant feedback was minuted and forwarded to the NZ Equine Industry Training Organisation.
No feedback was obtained throughout the review process on the standards contained within this review. Therefore it was determined that all stakeholders were satisfied that these standards continue to meet industry, assessment, and training needs. However, the Editorial Committee updated addresses, websites, and publication details where necessary and references to the New Zealand Equestrian Federation to the Association's new name of Equestrian Sports New Zealand, and removed the specific year from dressage tests to ensure the standards remain up-to-date between review processes. These last two aspects have impacted on the titles of the following standards 6589, 6597, 6598, 6604, 6605, and 6606.
Main changes resulting from the review
· Dressage test years removed.
· Level on standard 6616 increased to level 4 to reflect the level of responsibility recognised by the standard.
· Titles of standards amended to better reflect standards' content or to improve punctuation.
· Elements modified to ensure clarity of outcomes.
· Performance criteria altered to better meet element requirements and clarify evidence requirements.
· Changes made to ranges to clarify the parameters for assessment.
· Special notes updated.
· Terminology standardised for consistency across standards.
· New Zealand Equestrian Federation and their address and contact details updated to Equestrian Sports New Zealand.
Impact on existing provider accreditations
None.
Impact on Accreditation and Moderation Action Plan (AMAP)
None.
Impact on existing qualifications
Qualifications that contain the reviewed standards or classifications are tabled below.
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Affected |
The qualification lists a reviewed classification (domain or subfield) in an elective set The qualification lists a standard that has changes to level or credits The qualification lists a C or D category standard |
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Not materially affected |
The qualification lists a standard that has a new title The qualification lists a standard that has a new classification |
The following NZ Equine Industry Training Organisation qualification is not materially affected by the changes. It will be updated when it is next reviewed.
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Qualification title |
Standard in the qualification |
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National Certificate in Equine (Level 4) with strands in Breeding, Harness Racing, Sporthorse and Thoroughbred Racing [Ref: 0216] |
1619, 1621, 6589 |
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National Certificate in Equine (Stable Practice) (Level 3) with strands in Harness Racing, Sporthorse, Thoroughbred Racing, and Track Riding [Ref: 0654] |
1619 |
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National Certificate in Equine (Grade 1 Coaching) (Level 4) [Ref: 0656] |
6616 |
Review Categories and changes to classification, title, level, and credits
All changes are in bold.
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Key to review category |
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A |
Dates changed, but no other changes are made - the new version of the standard carries the same Id and a new version number | |
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B |
Changes made, but the overall outcome remains the same - the new version of the standard carries the same Id and a new version number | |
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C |
Major changes that necessitate the registration of a replacement standard with a new Id | |
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D |
Standard will expire and not be replaced | |
Subfield Equine
Domain Equitation
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Id |
Title |
Level |
Credit |
Review Category |
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1619 |
Ride a horse in a balanced position at different gaits on the flat and over 50-60cm fences Ride a horse in a balanced position at different gaits on the flat and over 50 to 60 cm fences |
2 |
4 |
B |
|
1620 |
Ride with the horse accepting the bit on the flat and over fences |
3 |
6 |
B |
|
1621 |
Ride movements with horses on the bit, on the flat and over fences, and build a simple course Ride movements with horses accepting the bit, on the flat and over fences, and build a simple jumping course |
3 |
9 |
B |
|
1622 |
Ride controlled forward movements on different horses on the flat |
4 |
20 |
B |
|
6587 |
Build a gymnastics grid that improves the horse's way of going |
4 |
12 |
B |
|
6589 |
Ride NZEF Novice Dressage Test 2.4, and describe collection Ride ESNZ Novice Dressage Test 2.4, and describe collection |
4 |
4 |
B |
|
6592 |
Analyse equine movement and enhance performance in specific equestrian disciplines |
5 |
6 |
B |
|
6596 |
Describe collection and working a horse 'in hand', recognise problems, and suggest solutions |
5 |
4 |
B |
|
6597 |
Ride NZEF Open Medium Dressage Test 5.3 Ride ESNZ Open Medium Dressage Test 5.3 |
5 |
6 |
B |
|
6598 |
Ride the individual movements for NZEF Medium Dressage Test 4.5 Ride the individual movements for ESNZ Medium Dressage Test 4.5 |
5 |
6 |
B |
|
6599 |
Ride a horse over a course of obstacles, 1.1 to 1.3 metres in height with distance variations |
5 |
8 |
B |
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6600 |
Train a horse to jump a course of obstacles, 1.2 to 1.3 metres in height with distance variations |
5 |
6 |
B |
|
6601 |
Ride a horse over a Novice cross country course |
4 |
6 |
B |
|
6602 |
Design a showjumping course, and assess an existing course, 1.3 to 1.4 metres in height |
5 |
6 |
B |
|
6604 |
Ride NZEF Intermediate II Dressage Test Ride ESNZ Intermediate II Dressage Test |
6 |
8 |
B |
|
6605 |
Ride the individual movements for NZEF Open Medium Dressage Test 5.3 Ride the individual movements for ESNZ Open Medium Dressage Test 5.3 |
5 |
6 |
B |
|
6606 |
Ride NZEF Advanced Dressage Test 6.1 on an unfamiliar horse Ride ESNZ Advanced Dressage Test 6.1 on an unfamiliar horse |
6 |
6 |
B |
|
6607 |
Ride a horse over a course of obstacles, 1.4 to 1.6 metres in height |
6 |
10 |
B |
|
6608 |
Ride a course of obstacles, 1.3 to 1.5 metres in height on an unfamiliar horse Ride a course of obstacles, 1.3 to 1.5 metres in height, on an unfamiliar horse |
6 |
10 |
B |
|
6609 |
Ride a horse over a cross country course of maximum height 1.2 metres, at CCN or CCI 3 star level Ride a horse over a cross country course of maximum height of 1.2 metres, at CCN or CCI 3 star level |
6 |
8 |
B |
|
6610 |
Design a showjumping course, and assess an existing course, Table A, 1.4 to 1.6 metres in height |
6 |
6 |
B |
|
6616 |
Supervise riders to ride a horse and lead another horse simultaneously Supervise a rider to ride a horse and lead another horse simultaneously |
3
4 |
2 |
B |