Agricultural Workforce Development Programs in Nebraska

A self-directed online course allowing learners to proceed at their own pace and revisit any module. Covers four modules on horse judging contests, delivering oral reasons, conformation evaluation with practice classes, and foundational knowledge including gait mechanics and horse anatomy. Includes a final exam for certificate of completion.

Versión en español del curso de seguridad y cuidado de caballos para pen riders y procesadores. Diseñado para enseñar el manejo seguro de caballos mediante videos, actividades interactivas y cuestionarios, con un examen final de certificación. Los temas incluyen selección del caballo, cuidado básico, aseo y primeros auxilios, alimentación, trabajo con ganado y manejo general en el corral de engorda.

Designed to teach pen riders and processors safe horse handling and care through videos, interactive activities, and quizzes, with a final certification exam. Topics cover selecting the right horse, basic care, grooming and first aid, tacking up and equipment, foot care and shoeing, feeding and condition scoring, working cattle, and general horse-keeping in the feedlot.

Part 3 of a 3-part introduction to horses course covering five units with 1–2 lessons each, quizzes after each lesson, and a final certification exam. Topics include Horse Health (Parts 1 and 2), Reproduction and Breeding, Genetics, and Environmental Management. Complete all three parts to earn a comprehensive equine education certificate.

Part 2 of a 3-part introduction to horses course covering five units with two lessons each, plus quizzes and a final exam. Units include Horse Senses, Behaviors and Body Language; Horse Nutrition Parts 1 and 2; and Equine Exercise Physiology. Earn a certificate of completion upon passing the final exam.

Part 1 of a 3-part foundational equine course covering the basics of horses across four units with two lessons each. Students complete quizzes after each lesson and a final exam to earn a certificate of completion. Topics include the historical context of horses, breed identification, physical characteristics, and selection criteria.

Earn your BQA certification online or in-person to demonstrate your commitment to responsible beef production and gain access to premium markets.

Prepare for commercial or noncommercial pesticide certification with Nebraska Extension’s targeted training - covering safety, regulations, and application techniques for professional use.

Get certified to apply restricted-use pesticides on your farm with Nebraska’s private applicator training - available online or in-person to meet state and federal requirements.

Learn how to safely apply pesticides through irrigation systems with this Nebraska-based training. Covers state regulations and best practices. Required for certification in chemigation.