Equine Studies / North American Racing Academy

Coordinator

Mike McMillen
Coordinator for Equine Education
Thoroughbred Training Center
3380 Paris Pike
Lexington, KY 40511
Phone: (859) 293-0209
Fax:  859-293-0225
michael.mcmillen@kctcs.edu

Program Information

The Equine Studies program will prepare students for a career as an equine professional such as jockey, horseman, or racing official. Students will learn basics of horse care; principles and techniques for riding as it relates to racehorse exercise, requirements for advancing to a professional jockey career; anatomy and physiology of horses; and life skills necessary for a successful career in the Equine industry. See program plan for more information.

• Program Plan 

Program Checklists

• Equine Studies, AAS (Horsemans Option) 
• Equine Studies, AAS (Jockey Option) 
• Equine Studies, Certificate (Exercise Rider Option) 
• Equine Studies, Certificate (Industry Workforce Option) 
• Equine Studies, Certificate (Racehorse Care Option)
• Equine Studies, Certificate (Veterinary Assistant Option)
• Equine Studies, Diploma (Horseman Option)
• Equine Studies, Diploma (Jockey Option)

Program Website