Ever wanted a career in the Equine Industry? OEEEP is for you! We welcome individuals 15 + and provide them with the education and tools needed to get started in the industry.
Student Eligibility to Participate in the Ontario Equine Education and Employment Program:
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PASSION/INTEREST in working with/caring for horses
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Unemployed or underemployed
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Not in full-time education/training
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15+ years of age
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Ontario resident and legally entitled to work in Ontario
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Complete online registration Click here to Register
Once registration is complete:
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You will be scheduled to start in the next cohort (cohorts start every 7 weeks.) You will be provided with access to online courses developed by Equine Guelph and the University of Guelph
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Each week you will meet with Equine Career Specialist Gabriella Dan to review
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The Horse Portal is an interactive website that will be utilized for your online training experience
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You will receive an e-manual that will assist you in completing the online training
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The online training will take place over a 6-week period and include 6 units
Job Skills:
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During online training, VPI will be working with you on completing your resume and understanding your role and responsibilities as an employee
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Placement:
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After completing online training the VPI and the OHHA team will work alongside you to find a placement
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A list of eligible farms will be provided to you where resumes can be sent
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Students will be responsible for tracking hours through a timesheet, signed by the employer to ensure completion of hours are accurate