BHS certification
British Horse Society certifications are recognised across 26 countries.

Alterreno is one of two BHS approved centres in Italy authorised to prepare students for official British Horse Society examinations. Stage 1, 2, 3 and 4 qualifications provide internationally recognised professional credentials that permit lawful practice as a riding instructor, stable manager or equestrian business operator in Europe and other regions.

From BHS Stage 1 to BHS Stage 4, qualifications are recognised globally

British Horse Society certifications are recognised as the top professional equestrian qualifications. Alterreno prepares students for each examination level to ensure they develop competence needed to sustain careers across equestrian roles and markets.

Stage 2 - Professional Foundation
Entry-level professional qualification

BHS Stage 2 provides foundation-level professional qualification covering essential horse care, stable management, lungeing and riding competence through basic lateral work and jumping. Students learn horse behaviour, health assessment, nutrition fundamentals, fitness training and safe handling. This certification represents first step toward professional equestrian career, demonstrating capability for employment in riding schools, livery yards, or as assistant instructor.

STAGE 2 COMPETENCIES:
Horse care fundamentals including feeding, grooming, health monitoring, stable management procedures
Lungeing competence with understanding of equipment, safety protocols and training purposes
Riding ability through lateral work, transitions, basic jumping, demonstrating independent balanced seat
Theoretical knowledge of horse behaviour, anatomy, physiology, nutrition and fitness training
Safe horse handling, tacking procedures, field care and emergency response protocols
Stage 3 - Advanced Professional Development
Intermediate professional qualification with coaching certification

BHS Stage 3 builds advanced riding competence including complex lateral movements, refined jumping technique and cross-country skills. Students develop coaching ability earning Stage 2 teaching certification alongside advanced horsemanship. Curriculum includes yard management, staff supervision, advanced health assessment, fitness programme design and business fundamentals. This level enables independent coaching practice and senior stable management positions.

STAGE 3 COMPETENCIES:
Advanced riding including half-pass, counter-canter, refined collection, complex jumping courses
Stage 2 coaching certification enabling legal teaching practice for novice through intermediate riders
Yard management including staff supervision, facility operations, legal compliance, client relations
Advanced horse care including fitness programme design, competition preparation, specialised nutrition
Comprehensive health knowledge including lameness assessment, therapy modalities, preventive care protocols
Stage 4 - Mastery and Leadership
Highest professional qualification level

BHS Stage 4 represents professional mastery encompassing refined classical riding, advanced coaching methodology, complete business management and strategic leadership capability. Students develop personal teaching philosophy, advanced training techniques for difficult horses, comprehensive yard operations knowledge. This certification enables senior coaching positions, equestrian business ownership, examiner pathways and international professional opportunities at highest levels.

STAGE 4 COMPETENCIES:
Refined classical riding demonstrating collection, advanced lateral work, sophisticated aids application
Advanced coaching certification including teaching methodology, client assessment, programme design
Complete business management covering financial planning, marketing strategy, legal compliance, staff leadership
Specialised knowledge including breeding basics, young horse development, therapeutic modalities
Professional leadership skills enabling senior management, business ownership, industry influence
International Recognition & Equivalencies
Professional practice across 26 countries

BHS certifications are recognised across 26 European and international countries, enabling professional practice throughout vast geographical area. Many countries offer equivalency examinations allowing BHS-certified professionals to obtain national federation credentials. In Italy, BHS certifications can be converted to FISE qualifications through examination process. This international recognition provides career mobility impossible with single-country certifications.

GLOBAL PROFESSIONAL MOBILITY:
Recognition in 26 countries across Europe enabling legal professional equestrian practice internationally
Equivalency pathways with national federations including FISE in Italy through examination processes
Career mobility across international markets including UK, Ireland, Europe and beyond
Professional credibility with international clients seeking qualified instructors and facility managers
Access to international professional networks, continuing education and career advancement opportunities

EXCELLENCE RECOGNISED INTERNATIONALLY

Global Standards. Rigorous Examinations. Credentials That Travel.

At Alterreno, BHS examination preparation is thorough and systematic. Nothing is rushed. Nothing is superficial. Every student receives comprehensive training ensuring they possess genuine capability, not just exam-passing memorisation. Our status as BHS international training centre reflects commitment to maintaining highest global standards.

Founded on decades of professional excellence

British Horse Society, founded 1947, represents decades of professional standard development. BHS qualifications evolved through continuous refinement, incorporating best practices from classical tradition and modern research. This heritage ensures credentials carry weight with employers, clients and regulatory bodies internationally.

Rigorous examinations, global standard

BHS examinations are conducted by certified examiners travelling from UK, maintaining consistent standards across all international training centres. Examinations assess theoretical knowledge, practical skill, teaching ability and professional judgement through comprehensive multi-hour assessments ensuring credential integrity.

Progressive levels, systematic development

Stage 1, 2, 3, 4 progression allows professionals to develop capability systematically. Each level builds upon previous, creating solid foundation. This progressive structure prevents overwhelming students while ensuring complete professional competence by Stage 4 mastery level.

WHERE INTERNATIONAL PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS MEET ITALIAN EXCELLENCE

Here, BHS certification is earned through thorough preparation and demonstrated capability

At Alterreno, we take BHS examination preparation seriously. Our status as one of only two BHS international training centres in Italy reflects commitment to maintaining global standards while providing exceptional training experience in inspiring Tuscan environment.

Credentials respected globally

Earning BHS certification at Alterreno means joining international network of qualified professionals whose credentials enable practice across 26 countries, providing career flexibility and professional credibility impossible with lesser qualifications.

Professional mobility across borders

BHS certifications provide passport to international equestrian career. Whether teaching in UK, managing facility in Ireland, or operating business in Italy, BHS credentials open doors and provide professional legitimacy globally.

Standards that matter worldwide

BHS certifications will provide students with international recognition, professional credibility and access to opportunities reserved for highly qualified professionals.