The Level 2 Technical Certificate in Equine Care and Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Equine Management graduation ceremony included recognition of special achievements of the students.
Dr Eric Long, head of education, CAFRE, introduced guest speaker Danielle McKeever, Coolmore Ireland; Martin McKendry, CAFRE director; Phillip Holdsworth, work-based agriculture programme manager, and Shelley Stuart, further education equine programme manager.
Martin McKendry acknowledged the significance of CAFRE’s strong industry links, which contribute to the education and knowledge transfer provision.
In her address, Shelley Stuart congratulated top students, Michaela Doran, Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Equine Management and Tai Wilton, Level 2 Technical Certificate in Equine Care.
Danielle McKeever talked about her journey as a student and entering the world of work. She advised students to take every opportunity that came their way.
9. Graduation Day
Orlagh Barrett (Armagh) and Shauna Mahoney (Newry) were awarded 1st4sport Level 2 and Level 3 Certificates in the Principles of Horse Care and Management at the Enniskillen Campus. Photo: Submitted by DAERA
10. Graduation Day
Caitlyn Nicholson (Markethill) and Nicole McClements (Ballymena) celebrated their completion of the City and Guilds Level 2 Technical Certificate in Equine Care programme at the Enniskillen Campus awards ceremony. Photo: Submitted by DAERA