Training Courses & further details
Dedicated to improving knowledge, standards and professionalism within the trade, BETA organises training courses covering a wide variety of topics. These include courses on Rider Safety Equipment, including Hat and Body Protector Fitting, Equine health which is a course leading to the qualification to sell equine and pet wormers, Business Management, Lorinery Retailing (horse bits and bitting), Digital Marketing and Social Media and Saddle Fitting (booked through the Society of Master Saddlers).
Some of these courses are available to BETA members only, while others have no restriction.
Click below to view our ‘Opening Doors to Success’ leaflet which includes a brief profile of each of the courses currently being offered on a regular basis by BETA.
Opening the doors to success Leaflet
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BETA is regarded by retailers as the primary source of training courses for those involved in the equestrian industry. Our courses are run for the trade, by those involved in the trade, specifically designed to suit the needs of the equestrian and country retailer in developing business and satisfying customer needs.
Courses are open to the whole of the equestrian industry, although BETA members will receive discounts where charges apply.
2026 dates can be found below, or for more details about a specific course, check the tab on the top bar ‘training courses’, then click on the booking form link or email agy@beta-uk.org.
BETA is regarded as the primary source of training courses for those involved in the equestrian industry. Our courses are run for the trade, by those involved in the trade, specifically designed to suit the needs of the equestrian and country retailer in developing business and satisfying customer needs. *All prices are subject to VAT and are per delegate, not device*
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NOPS Technical Course: This course covers the requirements of the scheme itself, including supplier risk assessment. It is intended for those either new to or intending to join the scheme, and could be of interest as staff training.
Zoom webinar:
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28th October 2026
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16th March 2025
Or watch the recording on Equitoolz.
Members- £160 + VAT; Non- members- £250+ VAT
Book here>>> https://forms.gle/h3cx5MtUQmS4k6KN7
Feed Marketing, Claims & Labelling in the UK Course. This short course is intended as an overview of the rules and regulations governing the marketing of equine feed products in the UK. It has been substantially revised.
On demand (Equitoolz) available from the end of November 2026
Members- £140+VAT; Non-members- £250+ VAT
Book here >>> https://forms.gle/ni7MYzgTKJaj5VuK9
NEW!!! BETA Retail Feed Adviser Training Course
This is a modular course designed for anyone working in feed retailing. It is also a good precursor to undertaking the assessments to join the Equine Nutritionist and Feed Adviser registers.
You can book the training one module at a time or commit to all 10 modules at once. On completion of all 10 modules you will receive a certificate of completion and be eligible for a discount on the joining fee for ENFAR.
Topics: Digestive System; Feed ingredients and what horses eat; Cut calories not nutrients – importance of a balanced diet; Feed claims awareness; Storing equine feed; Understanding a feed label; NOPS; Core feeding calculations; Advising horse owners; Dealing with feeding myths and jargon-busting
Book now https://forms.gle/x3mqxFWdAjVVVPxMA
Price for members:
For a limited-time offer, the full 10-module series for £100+VAT. Available for courses booked and paid for before 31/12/2026.
Costs thereafter:
£20 per module
Full series- £200 with 25% discount- £150
Price for non- members:
£50+ VAT per module
Price for members of SMS/BHS/RDA/ABRS
£30 per module
Training Courses
