Course Overview
This course draws on the expertise of equine health and management specialists at Michigan State University to build essential horse care skills. Participants will learn how to recognize early signs of illness or injury, assess a horse’s health on a routine basis, and make informed decisions about preventative care. Emphasis is placed on developing the knowledge and confidence needed to respond effectively to health concerns and emergency situations, supporting the overall well-being of the horse.
Each unit consists of an overview, informative topics including pictures and short video clips, plus optional activities. It is estimated to take 5 hours to complete the course.
Course Format
This self-paced online course provides participants with nine months of access to all course materials starting from the purchase date.
Price
$15.00
Certificate of Completion
Upon completion of the course, participants receive a downloadable certificate of completion. This course is not eligible for university credit.
Questions
For general questions about course access, course content, etc. please email msue.online@msu.edu. Questions relating to the registration process can be directed to the MSU IT Help Desk at 517-432-6200 which is available from 7am to 7pm Monday through Friday except for University holidays.
Outline
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Unit 1: Evaluating Horse Health
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Unit 2: Routine Health Care
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Unit 3: Horse Health Records
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Unit 4: Biosecurity
Key Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Assess a horse’s overall health through observation and routine evaluation
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Recognize early signs of illness, injury, and abnormal behavior
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Apply key components of routine preventative health care
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Maintain accurate and useful horse health records
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Explain basic biosecurity practices to prevent disease spread
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Respond appropriately to common health concerns and emergency situations
Course Instructor: Dr. Christine Skelly
The Horse Health 101 course is based on the knowledge of equine experts at Michigan State University and nationally recognized equine professionals. For questions regarding this course, please contact Dr. Christine Skelly at skellych@msu.edu.
