BHS Examinations at DelVal
May 16-18, 2012
The Delaware Valley College Equine Studies Department is proud to announce our status as a Certified British Horse Society (BHS) Testing Center. With this accreditation, DelVal offers BHS Examinations for certificates in Stage 1 through International Instructor Level 1 at the DVC Equestrian Center.
The BHS is recognized in 32 countries world-wide for its esteemed certification programs for instructors and managers. Through the evaluations performed by the BHS, equine facilities are evaluated and recognized for their excellence in their standards for safety, horse management, and instruction. BHS testing covers riding in the disciplines of dressage, show jumping and eventing in addition to horse knowledge and care.
Delaware Valley College will be holding a British Horse Society examination this spring at the Equestrian Center. Through obtaining these certifications, your marketability in the equine industry is enhanced as your qualifications are recognized around the world. Please visit the British Horse Society online at www.bhs.org.uk for information regarding each examination's individual requirements outline in syllabus format.
UPCOMING DATES
February 27, 2012: Progressive Riding Skills Test (Stage 1 Equivalent) This certificate is needed to take the Stage 2 Exam in May.
9:00am-2:00pm
$200.00/candidate
Registration forms and check payable to Delaware Valley College must be received by 2/17/12.
Please contact breann.depietro@delval.edu with any questions.
Delaware Valley College
Equestrian Center
700 East Butler Avenue
Doylestown, PA 18901
- BHS Stage 1 Stable Management and Riding
- BHS Stage 2 Stable Management and Riding
- BHS Stage 3 Stable Management and Riding
- BHS Preliminary Teaching Test
- BHS Level 1 International Instructor
- $550.00 PER EXAM FULL EXAM
- Check out the Individual Module/Unit Cost Sheet
- Checks payable to Delaware Valley College
- Please click here to see a registration form.
- Collared shirt with sleeves (short or long)
- ASTM F1163-04A/SEI Certified Helmet Properly Fitted
- Neutral Color Breeches
- Tall boots for riding (no half chaps)
- Suitable barn shoes for stable management sections
- Gloves must be worn for riding, lunging and leading.
- Body Protector: Mandatory for examinations with Cross Country Jumping (Stage 3), and recommended for Stadium Jumping
- Spurs: Permitted for Stage 3; short; blunt with shank set centrally to rear.
- Whips: 14-30" for jumping sections
- 39" Maximum for flat
- Jewelery: Must not be worn. Only watches and wedding bands are permitted. All piercings must be removed.
- Hair: Shoulder length or longer. Must be tied back and a hair net worn with helmet.
TRAINING DAY: May 14, 2012
Exam candidates have the opportunity to ride and lunge horses at the Equestrian Center under the watchful eye of DVC Equine Studies Faculty. Please contact Breann DePietro at breann.depietro@delval.edu regarding cost, times, and registration.
For questions regarding BHS examinations, please contact the Delaware Valley College Equine Studies Program at 215-489-2370.